Convention Awards
Young Professional Award
The Young Professional Award is given to a young professional who displays passion and dedication for the produce industry.
The award will be presented on Thursday, April 10, at the Awards Brunch.
Fresh Health Award
This prestigious award is presented to a company that has gone above and beyond in promoting the Half Your Plate program aligning with CPMA’s goal to increase the consumption of fresh produce in Canada for better health.
This award will be presented on Thursday, April 10, at the Awards Brunch.
The Packer's Produce Person of the Year Award
The coveted “Packer’s Produce Person of the Year Award” is presented to an individual who has excelled in all facets of their career in the past year including business success, fostering relationships in the produce industry, and giving back to the community. The winner of this award is selected annually by The Packer staff.
The award will be presented on Thursday, April 10, at the Annual Banquet.
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CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award
This award honours an individual who has been recognized by their peers for their significant contribution to the produce industry throughout their career and for their continuous support of CPMA activities and industry initiatives.
The award will be presented on Thursday, April 10, at the Awards Brunch.
Trade Show Awards
Best Booth Awards
The 2025 CPMA Trade Show will continue the tradition of recognizing exhibitors for their efforts in creating outstanding displays and providing a high-quality experience to Trade Show attendees. Winners will be named in three categories:
- Best Island Booth
- Best Inline Booth
- Best First-Time Exhibitor
Judging will be done by a panel of industry experts.
Best New Product Awards
These awards recognize exhibitors who are participating in the New Product Showcase, for their innovative new products. The winners will be announced on Wednesday, April 9, at the Delegate Lunch. New Product Awards are given for the following categories:
- Best New Product
- Best Snackable Product
- Packaging Innovation
- Best Organic Product