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RC Show Registration Policy

AGE: You must be 19 years of age or older at time of admittance. There is an exception for babes-in-arms under 2 years old and minors 16-18 years of age. Badges will not be printed for anyone under the age of 16. NO EXCEPTIONS. Evening networking events are strictly restricted to attendees aged 19 and older. Please review our full policy here.

For minors aged 16–18, age identification will be verified during the online registration process. These attendees will be issued a yellow badge to ensure they are easily identifiable on-site. Our alcohol sampling guidelines distributed to exhibitors will include this information to ensure safety. Pets are not permitted; exceptions are made for guide dogs and service animals.

TRADE ONLY: Show access is restricted to foodservice and hospitality industry personnel only. Proof of industry affiliation may be requested from Restaurants Canada Staff. If you are not affiliated with the foodservice and hospitality industry, Restaurants Canada has the right to cancel your registration and provide a refund.

BADGES: Badges are non-transferable and non-refundable. Badge reprints will cost $149. Please make sure all information is accurate.

The RC Show attendee badge provides access to the Show floor only during official Show hours.

REFUNDS: Show passes or event tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

CONSENT: By attending RC Show 2026 in-person, you consent to the use of your name, title, and company name and/or image by Restaurants Canada and their partners in any registered publishing, broadcast and cable media, without charge or obligation.

ACCOMODATIONS: The RC Show is committed to providing a barrier-free experience for people with disabilities. A support person accompanying a paying attendee with a disability is admitted for free. Register at the on-site registration counters at the entrances of Halls 1, 2 & 5 at The International Centre. 

SOLICITING/SUITCASING: Soliciting/suitcasing (including employment) at the RC Show is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply to Show rules may result in expulsion from the Show and forfeiture of Show badge and monies paid.

2026 Attendee Refund Policy / Cancellation Policy:

Show passes and event tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.