Trade Mission | International Builders' Show 2026

Invest Nova Scotia, in collaboration with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and the partners of the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement – Opportunities NB, Innovation PEI, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Industry, Energy and Technology – are excited to invite export-ready building product companies to participate in the prestigious NAHB International Builders’ Show 2026 (IBS 2026), to be held in Orlando, Florida, from February 17-19, 2026.

Why participate in IBS 2026?

IBS 2026 is the premier event for the building and infrastructure sector, attracting decision-makers, builders, designers, architects, buyers, and industry professionals from around the world. In 2025, the event recorded an impressive attendance of 80,000 individuals, creating a thriving environment for networking, showcasing products, and forging new business relationships. The Atlantic Canada Pavilion, centrally located in the West Hall, provides an exceptional opportunity to spotlight our region's innovation, expertise, and potential.

Trade mission benefits?

Strategically Located Pavillion: Gain access to a 1,000-square-foot Atlantic Canada Pavilion, centrally positioned within the IBS West Hall with a lot of foot traffic.

• Co-exhibitor Option in a Prime Booth Space: Our turnkey exhibition package provides participants with the ideal setting to foster new business relationships. This package includes a traditional 10x10 pipe and drape booth layout, red carpet padding, a counter display featuring your company's colour wordmark, electrical outlets, and daily cleaning services.
• Exhibit Support Services: Enjoy enhanced visibility and branding opportunities within a high-traffic area, as well as the support of the Atlantic Infrastructure Sector working group and participating provinces.
• Curated B2B and Networking Program: Benefit from expert-facilitated B2B meetings, market intelligence sharing, and networking opportunities with industry peers and partners, all led by industry experts from Kisserup International Trade Roots Inc.
• Walking Program Option: Non-exhibiting companies can access consulting services to support lead generation.

Registration fees

The IBS 2026 registration fees* are as follows:

• Returning Co-Exhibitors: $3,990.00 ($3,500.00 + $490.00 HST)
• First-time Co-Exhibitors: $2,280.00 ($2,000.00 + $280.00 HST)
• Walking Program Fee: $570.00 ($500.00 + $70.00 HST)

* A non-refundable participation fee is also required upon application to confirm interest. Booth selection will be awarded in order of payment received. If booth space is filled, you will be placed on a waitlist.

Please note that the participation fees do not include transportation, shipping, and drayage costs for your products and booth equipment, as well as travel, food, and lodging. Official hotel arrangements are not provided for this mission. Participants will also be required to complete an exit survey to capture the IBS 2026 results within 7 days of receiving it.

How to register

Please note this a three-step registration process.

Step 1: Register with Invest Nova Scotia as a co-exhibitor or walker by selecting the "Get tickets" Eventbrite link on the top right.

Step 2: Complete and submit the following online application form:

Step 3: Submit registration fee payment to Opportunities NB. See next section.

How to submit registration fee payment

Make cheque payable to: The New Brunswick Minister of Finance

Send cheque* via mail or courier to: Barry Pope, Export Development Executive | Opportunities NB | Place 2000, 250 King Street, 4th floor | Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 9M9

*Please notify Barry Pope, Export Development Executive via email at once the cheque has been sent.

The registration deadline is Friday, October 10, 2025.

Confirmed participants will be invited to coordination meetings to facilitate planning and preparation for the event. These meetings will start in November 2025 and continue monthly until IBS Orlando 2026.

For more information, please contact:

Ben Forsyth, Export Development Executive

Invest Nova Scotia

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, United States