2025 Christmas Section Applications

WHAT TO SUBMIT

Below are the materials you’ll need to submit—they help our jury get to know your business and how we can succeed together. Show off your personality and attention to detail!

We receive a high volume of applications, and the jury selects vendors based on category, production methods, product mix, and regional diversity. If you’re applying in a popular category like jewellery or apparel, be sure to make your brand and story stand out!

• BIOGRAPHY
  Tells us about yourself, your brand, what inspires you, your business goals, and your education/training (if applicable).
• PRODUCT & PRICE LIST
  This will help the jury understand your products and pricing, and how it compares in the marketplace. Make sure to include the price (or price ranges) for all the products you are applying with.
• PHOTOS OF YOUR WORK (5-10 photos)
  Submit 5-10 well-lit photos representing each type of work you want to sell at the show. We cannot stress the importance of good images, as they will be the jury's introduction to your work and may be used for marketing and PR opportunities if accepted to the show.
• STEP-BY-STEP DESCRIPTION OF YOUR PRODUCTION PROCESS(ES)
  This is the most important part of your application. Every item you plan to sell must be made by you or your company and meet our production criteria. Walk us through your process – how you design, where it's made, your role, and when help is involved. This information will not be shared with anyone outside of the jury.
• STUDIO PHOTO
  Show us where you make the magic happen–whether it's your studio, a maker space, a commercial kitchen or a dining room table! This helps give the jury a sense of the scale of your production.
• BOOTH DESIGN
  Include a photo, sketch, inspiration board or rendering of your booth display. Your design should include plans for signage, lighting, and merchandising. Your plans should also consider how your booth will tell your brand story. Not Sure Where to Start? Read more about booth design considerations below.

Enclosed Christmas Hut - 10% of sales before tax with a minimum rent of $2,500* + HST

Enclosed Christmas Hut with Corner - 10% of sales before tax with a minimum rent of $2,800* + HST

Christmas Table Top - 10% of sales before tax with a minimum rent of $1,500* + HST

*Whichever is higher

What does the booth fee include?

The fee covers your booth space and the structure (hut or table top). Additional tables, chairs, rolling racks and other design elements are the responsibility of the vendor. To ensure each space is uniquely designed to meet the standards of the rest of the One Of A Kind Show, each applicant is required to include a booth drawing in your application so we understand how you will utilize your space.

Access to lighting and electricity is not included and must be coordinated with the venue. Lighting is mandatory.

Wi-fi is free and is available through the venue.

Exhibitors within the huts will be required to provide a 5lb ABC fire extinguisher to keep within their booth space.

At One Of A Kind, your success is our priority—and a well-designed booth is one of the best ways to draw in customers and drive sales. Your booth should showcase your brand and serve as a strong sales tool.

To help you make the most of your space, please note that handwritten signs and grid walls are not permitted.

For inspiration, explore our Best Booth Pinterest Boards and consider these key design elements:

• Bright, focused lighting
• Smart use of vertical space
• A layout that invites browsing and interaction

Need help visualizing your setup? Try the Booth Design Puzzle Teaser created by visual merchandising expert (and friend of the show!) Ani Nersessian of VM ID.

• You Design AND Make Your Work
  You must be the designer and actively involved in making your products. We welcome all types of makers–from traditional to tech-driven. Production criteria vary by category, so each application is reviewed case by case. Clearly outline your process to show how your work meets our standards. We also value originality, innovation, cohesion, and respect for copyright and cultural appropriation.
  
  
• You Live AND Produce in Canada
  To support the local creative economy, all products sold must be made in Canada. Manufacturing help must also be Canadian-based, though raw materials can be sourced internationally. Products designed here but made abroad are not allowed.
  
  
• Your Work is Christmas Themed
  From handcrafted ornaments and festive home décor to seasonal treats and wintery wearables, everything must embody the spirit of the season.
  
  
• Your Work Stands Out
  In addition to the above, we are looking for creative, unique, innovative, and cohesive. Work that avoids saturated trends and respects copyright law and other cultures.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THIS SECTION?

To be eligible for this section, you must be the designer and actively involved in production, reside and produce your work in Canada, and ensure your art or craft is both made in Canada and Christmas themed.

CAN CURRENT EXHIBITORS MOVE TO THIS SECTION?

Yes – if you're already in the show and want to join the Christmas Market, you're welcome to apply. If accepted and you meet the criteria, we’ll move your booth to this section.

Please note: only Christmas-themed products are allowed in the Christmas Market, so keep that in mind when considering the switch.

CAN I EXHIBIT IN BOTH THE CHRISTMAS MARKET AND THE MAIN SECTION?

Yes – if your Christmas Market Application is accepted and you're already confirmed for the 2025 Winter Show (or your regular application is accepted), you can exhibit in both sections.

Just note: each booth must be staffed at all times.

CAN I SELL NON-CHRISTMAS ITEMS IN THIS SECTION?

No, all products in the Christmas Market must be Christmas-exclusive. This is a limited, curated section, and we want everything to fully reflect the spirit of the season. If you’d like to sell non-Christmas items, consider applying for a regular booth as well.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT?

August 8: Application deadline to be considered for our first round of jurying.

Late August to early September: Applicants should expect to hear back on the status of their application.

• After August 8, we’ll continue accepting applications until the show sells out. The Selection Committee meets bi-weekly, and applicants can typically expect a response 2–3 weeks after applying.
• We strongly encourage early submissions to maximize your chances of being accepted.

Note:

• All applicants will be contacted via email or phone call with a jurying response.
• Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not accepted.