GLUTEN FREE EXPO TESTIMONIALS

"Spirit Hills Winery has been proud to participate in the Gluten Free Expo in Calgary for the past two years, and it has been an outstanding experience. The Expo consistently attracts an engaged and enthusiastic audience who are genuinely interested in discovering high-quality gluten-free products and local businesses.

As a winery specializing in flower wines that are naturally gluten-free, the event has provided an excellent opportunity for us to connect directly with consumers, share our unique story, and introduce attendees to products they may not find elsewhere. The organization, promotion, and overall professionalism of the Expo have been exceptional, creating a positive environment for both exhibitors and guests.

We've seen strong customer engagement, valuable brand exposure, and meaningful relationships develop through our participation. We highly recommend the Gluten Free Expo to any business looking to connect with the gluten-free community and showcase innovative products to a receptive audience."

-Carly Nathe, Spirit Hills Winery at Bearspaw Lions Farmers Market, Millville Farmers Market and more. 2025 and 2026 participant.

We first attended the Gluten Free Expo in 2025 and had great success with selling our products and gaining so many new customers who were not familiar with our granola yet. It paid out not only in new customers but were also gained 2 more retail stores from owners looking to stock gluten free products in their stores. We also attended the Gluten Free Expo this year (2026) and again had great success introducing our products to the public and letting people know which stores they can purchase our products from which then extends the momentum from the Gluten Free Expo.

-Tim Okkerse, High Mountain Granola at Crossroads Farmers Market. 2025 and 2026 participant.

As a small business, events like the Gluten Free Expo mean so much to us. It was incredible to meet so many people face-to-face, hear their stories, and share our products with a community that truly understands the importance of gluten-free living.

One of the highlights of the weekend was seeing the excitement on people’s faces as they discovered our products for the first time and hearing from returning customers who have made them part of their everyday lives. Those conversations remind us why we do what we do.

The atmosphere throughout the expo was warm, welcoming, and supportive. We felt genuinely encouraged by the connections we made with attendees, fellow vendors, and organizers alike. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared their experiences, and supported our business. We left the event feeling grateful, inspired, and even more excited about what lies ahead.

We’re already looking forward to the next Gluten Free Expo!

-Kennedy Hayes, Haywire Dry Rub

www.haywiredryrub.ca

 

Testimonials GF EXPO and CPG EXPO (Calgary ONLY)

Participating in both the Gluten Free Expo and the CPG Show was an excellent experience for Gemstone Tallow. The Gluten Free Expo attracted exactly the type of customer we serve—people looking for simple, natural products made with quality ingredients. The event generated strong sales, allowing us to cover the cost of exhibiting while introducing our ranch-crafted tallow skincare line to many new customers.

The CPG Show provided valuable networking opportunities and helped us connect with key grocery and retail buyers as we continue expanding our distribution across Western Canada. It was encouraging to see many of our existing customers from our Artisan Butcher Shop & Kitchen at Farmers' Market West in Calgary attending the events and supporting our brand.

Both shows delivered meaningful business opportunities, strong customer engagement, and excellent exposure. We look forward to participating again in the future.

-Robyn Anderson, Gemstone Tallow. First time participant in 2026.