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Enter the Showcase
Confirmed GIC exhibitors submit eligible products to the New Product Showcase for additional visibility and award consideration.
Discover the Products Creating Excitement at GIC
Explore standout products in the New Product Showcase and discover the innovations selected by an selected jury for Top 10 in Grocery.
What Is Top 10 in Grocery?
Recognizing Standout Innovation at GIC
Top 10 in Grocery recognizes standout products entered in the Grocery Innovations Canada New Product Showcase.
Products participating in the showcase are automatically considered for the contest. An selected jury reviews the eligible entries and selects the products that demonstrate standout innovation, market relevance and potential within the grocery industry.
- Only New Product Showcase entries are eligible
- An selected jury evaluates eligible products
- Winners receive valuable industry recognition
- Participating exhibitors gain added visibility beyond their booth
Start at the New Product Showcase
Find participating products together in one convenient, high-traffic area.
Selection Process
How the Top 10 Are Selected
Eligible products entered in the New Product Showcase are reviewed through a structured jury selection process.
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Jury Review
An selected jury reviews the eligible products across a range of grocery categories.
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Products Are Evaluated
The selected jury reviews the eligible entries and casts its votes using the official Top 10 in Grocery judging process.
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Winners Are Announced
The selected 2026 Top 10 in Grocery products are announced during the Master Merchandiser Awards Reception.
Why Retailers Should Visit
Discover More in Less Time
The New Product Showcase makes it easy to compare products, identify opportunities and decide which exhibitors to visit on the show floor.
Find New Launches
Explore products making their debut and identify ideas that could bring something new to your stores.
Spot Emerging Trends
See how brands are responding to changing consumer preferences, categories and shopping behaviours.
Meet New Suppliers
Use the showcase to identify participating exhibitors and continue the conversation at their booths.
Compare Products
Review products from multiple categories together in one convenient destination.
Discover Jury-Selected Products
Discover products recognized by an selected jury for their ideas, relevance and market potential.
Plan Your Show Floor Visit
Make note of booth numbers and build a more focused route through the trade show.
Winner Announcement
Celebrate the 2026 Top 10 at GIC
The winning products will be recognized during the Master Merchandiser Awards Reception, bringing retailers, suppliers and members of the grocery community together to celebrate outstanding merchandising and product innovation.
2026 Event
Master Merchandiser Awards Reception
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
J. Mitchell Lobby
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
J. Mitchell Lobby
2026 Winners
The Top 10 Will Be Revealed at GIC
The 2026 winning products will be added to this page following the Master Merchandiser Awards Reception. Check back after the event to meet the brands and products selected by the 2026 Top 10 jury.
For GIC Exhibitors
Put Your Product in the Spotlight
Give your product a second location beyond your booth and place it directly in front of retailers, buyers, distributors and industry media.
Products entered in the New Product Showcase are automatically considered for Top 10 in Grocery.
Participation is available only to confirmed GIC exhibitors.
Application requirements, availability and fees apply.
October 27–28, 2026
Find Your Next Top Product at GIC
Visit the New Product Showcase, discover emerging opportunities and explore the products being considered for Top 10 in Grocery.