Waterloo Chapter Touch-A-Truck 2026

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Date:

July 11, 2026 9:00 am

Location:

Kitchener Memorial Auditorium | 400 East Ave, Kitchener (Parking Lot H)

Come together with fellow industry professionals for an engaging, educational event for families in your area. Both children and parents will have the chance to interact closely with different types of industry vehicles and equipment, enabling them to discover and learn about the fascinating world of landscaping. This event serves as an excellent platform to highlight your profession, promote the career opportunities, and showcase the numerous career paths available in this vibrant industry.

Display your equipment!

We’re looking for a range of equipment, from the powerful excavators that dig deep into the earth to the ride-on mowers that keep lawns looking pristine. Also, if you have a dump truck, skid steer, or loader, bring it along! Don’t miss out.

Exhibitor Pricing:

Stationary Exhibitors – $100 / $200 / $300

  • Small space (2 parking spaces)
  • Medium space (6 parking spaces) 
  • Large space (12 parking spaces)

Exhibitor Information:

  • Load-In: Friday, July 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
  • Overnight security is contracted from 8:00 p.m. Friday to 8:00 a.m. Saturday
  • Event Day: Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. is a silent hour, no horns or noise will be created to accommodate those with noise sensitivity and young children
  • Event will be marketed through Landscape Ontario’s social media channels, LO Weekly Enews and the local radio station
  • It will likely be HOT, please make sure to supply your own shade (tent) and wear hearing protection.
  • Please feel free to hand out or add to your space the following:
    • A fun game or play area (i.e. toy trucks).
    • Nut-free snacks, water, freezes, etc.
    • Balloons, branded items.

 

BE AN EXHIBITOR OR SPONSOR

Exhibitor List:

This Could Be Your Company!!!

Waterloo Chapter's Touch-A-Truck is Supporting Food4Kids Waterloo Region

Food4Kids Waterloo Region provides healthy food packages for children ages 1-14 from food insecure homes during weekdays, weekends and school breaks.

We’re keeping children nourished and ready to grow, whether they’re at school or at home.

Below, you will find a list of the most needed items. Food4Kids will accept any brand within the expiry date, so please consider donating the following items:

- apple sauce
- instant oatmeal
- pancake mix
- rice
- canned vegetables
- peanut butter
- pasta sauce
- pasta
- canned tuna/salmon
- canned meat

What the public will expect:

  • Assortment of trade equipment and interactions with trade professionals
  • Face painting and nearby food trucks (during the Midway at the Aud)

 


We are currently seeking volunteers!

We would greatly appreciate it if you could assist on the day of the event.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

 

For all event questions, connect with:

Jaleesa Rhoden

Jaleesa Rhoden

Membership Events Specialist, Chapter & Sector Groups

Directly support and serve as the main point of contact for chapter and sector group activities and events.

Email: jrhoden@landscapeontario.com
Phone Number: 1-800-265-5656 or 905-875-1805
Extension: 2333

 

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