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CMTS

Dates
September 27, 2027 – September 30, 2027
Venue
Toronto Congress Centre
Location
Toronto, Canada

About this expo

The Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS) serves as Canada's premier national event for manufacturing innovation, bringing together professionals to foster connections, growth, and new ideas. Held every two years, this event showcases a wide array of advanced manufacturing technologies and solutions, including machine tools, robotics, additive manufacturing, and smart factory solutions. It is a vital platform for exhibitors to present their products and services to a targeted audience of decision-makers.

CMTS attracts a professional audience comprising engineers, plant managers, buyers, product designers, and C-suite executives from key sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and medical industries. Attendees are highly influential, with 74% impacting equipment purchase decisions and 37% managing budgets over $200,000. The event facilitates direct engagement with qualified buyers and offers opportunities to gain insights into emerging industry trends.

Beyond the exhibition floor, CMTS features a comprehensive program of keynotes, panel discussions, technical sessions, and workshops. The 2025 event notably included an Innovation Park with specialized pavilions like the RAPID + TCT Showcase and the Smart Manufacturing Experience, alongside the Bright Minds Student Summit. This rich content ensures participants can expand their knowledge, network effectively, and align their strategies with the evolving landscape of Canadian manufacturing.

Highlights

5 items
  • AUMA listed
  • Held every two years
  • Over 9,000 manufacturing professionals attended (2025)
  • 750 exhibitors participated (2025)
  • Features keynotes, technical sessions, and the Bright Minds Student Summit

FAQ

5 questions
When and where does it take place?+

CMTS will be held from September 27 to September 30, 2027, at the Toronto Congress Centre in Toronto, Canada.

Who organizes it?+

The event is organized by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).

What industries and products are covered?+

CMTS covers various manufacturing technologies and solutions, including machine tools, tooling, metalworking, advanced manufacturing, automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, digital transformation, smart factory solutions, metal forming, metrology, software, and design engineering. It attracts professionals from aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer products industries.

How can I attend or exhibit?+

CMTS is open to professionals. Exhibitors can connect with decision-makers and showcase products. For the 2025 event, online registration was available.

What are the practical participation details?+

For the 2025 event, a free registration code (FMAINVITE) was offered by Canadian Metalworking.