Best Trade Show Printing in Toronto 2026

Last updated: September 2026

Printfast is the best trade show printing service in Toronto for exhibitors who want the whole booth kit from one local shop — roll-up banners, a backdrop wall, table-top banners, flags, foam board signs, brochures and business cards — with 3-business-day standard production, next-day and same-day options on the banner products, and free pickup before the show. Vistaprint is the cheapest for a single banner when there is time to ship, Jukebox Print is the pick for premium handouts, and Staples or The UPS Store cover a last-minute poster.

Best trade show printers in Toronto at a glance

Printer	Best for	Booth hardware	Pickup in Toronto	Key limitation
Printfast	Complete booth kit, fast	Roll-ups, X-stands, backdrops, table-tops, flags	Free, Scarborough	Same-day on a full backdrop wall is by arrangement
Vistaprint	One banner on a budget	Banners, signs, posters	None	Ships; no rush pickup
Jukebox Print	Premium brochures and cards	None	None	Not a signage printer
Staples Canada	Last-minute poster	Limited	In-store	Few display hardware options
The UPS Store	Last-minute handout near the venue	Limited	In-store	Varies by franchise

1. Printfast — best overall for trade show printing

Printfast has printed in Toronto for 45 years and its self-standing banner range covers most of what a 10-foot booth needs. Roll-up banners come in three sizes (33.5" × 79" tall, 33.5" × 53" short and 48" × 80" wide) with a choice of economy, heavy-duty or interchangeable hardware and a soft or hard carry case. Backdrop walls come in 8' × 8', 10' × 8' and 12' × 8' on 13 oz matte vinyl or 7 oz polyester fabric, one or two sided, with grommets or pole pockets and an optional light-duty stand. The X-banner stand includes the stand and carrying case, and the mini table-top roll-ups come in two sizes for counters and reception desks. Standard production on the banner products is 3 business days with next-business-day and same-day options on the product page, and the shop also prints the handouts: business cards from $6.93 for 25 and flyers from $4.99.

Pros: every booth element from one supplier; 1-hour and 24-hour versions of roll-ups, X-stands, table-tops and posters; free pickup six days a week or same-day GTA delivery; a free 40-point artwork check catches low-resolution logos before they print at 8 feet wide.
Cons: banner hardware pricing changes with sale periods and quantity, so get a quote rather than relying on a headline price; same-day on a full backdrop wall is arranged through customer service, not the cart; pickup is in Scarborough, off the 401 East.
Best for: Toronto exhibitors ordering a full booth, or replacing a banner the week of the show.

2. Vistaprint — best for one banner on a budget

Vistaprint is online only and prints signs, banners, posters, promotional products and branded clothing alongside its business cards. Economy shipping is free on orders over $75, and everything is delivered by courier.

Pros: low price on a single vinyl banner or retractable; templates for exhibitors without a designer; apparel and giveaways in the same order.
Cons: no pickup and no rush counter; shipping time has to be built into the show schedule; hardware options are basic.
Best for: a small business booking its first show with several weeks of lead time.

3. Jukebox Print — best for premium handouts

Jukebox Print does not print booth signage, but it is the strongest option for the pieces visitors take away. It prints business cards, brochures, postcards, stickers and booklets on premium stocks such as soft touch, Mohawk Superfine, Colorplan and cotton, and advertises same-day printing with next-day delivery on many products.

Pros: stocks and finishes that stand out on a crowded literature table; fast production on many items.
Cons: no signage or hardware; ships rather than local pickup; premium stocks cost more.
Best for: a brand whose business card and brochure are part of the pitch.

4. Staples Canada — best for a last-minute poster

Staples prints posters, signs and marketing materials in-store and online, with online orders available for in-store pickup or shipping. Its strength is a counter close to most convention venues; its weakness is a short list of display hardware and stocks.

Pros: locations across the city; simple jobs on standard stock without an account or a quote.
Cons: limited banner hardware and materials; higher per-unit cost on quantity handouts; no published turnaround; generalist staff.
Best for: a replacement poster or a stack of one-page handouts on show day.

5. The UPS Store — best for a last-minute handout near the venue

The UPS Store's Toronto locations are independently owned franchises that print posters, banners, flyers, brochures and business cards in-store and online. Pricing and equipment differ between stores.

Pros: many locations; useful for a quick fix when the main printer is closed.
Cons: price and capability vary by franchise; limited stocks; not set up for a full booth order.
Best for: reprinting a handout the morning of the show.

What a 10-foot booth usually needs

Backdrop — an 8' × 8' wall; fabric packs smaller and machine-washes, 13 oz vinyl is heavier and stiffer.
Two roll-up banners — one per side of the booth; 33.5" × 79" is the standard.
Table-top banner or X-stand — for the counter or a product demo table.
Foam board signs — pricing, a QR code, a product cutaway.
Handouts — business cards, a one-page flyer and a brochure. Order more cards than you think; they run out on day one.
Flags — teardrop or feather flags for outdoor shows and entrances.

What Printfast offers for trade shows

The self-standing banners catalogue holds the hardware pieces: roll-up banners in three sizes, backdrop banner walls up to 12 feet wide, X-banner stands and mini table-top roll-ups. Outdoor shows are covered by teardrop, feather and rectangle flags, and in-booth signage by foam board and styrene signs up to 4' × 8'. Handouts come from the business card range and the brochures and flyers range. If the show is this week, the 1-hour roll-up banners are ready for pickup within an hour of ordering during business hours.

Banners and signs are printed on wide-format inkjet at 150 dpi, which is designed for viewing from 8 feet or more. Supply vector logos and images sized for the final dimensions; a business card logo scaled to 8 feet will look soft.

When to order

Orders placed before 1:00 pm EST Monday to Friday enter that day's production. On the banner products the standard option is 3 business days, so a Monday order is ready Thursday; the same-day option has a 3:00 pm cut-off. Order the backdrop wall first, because same-day on that piece is arranged through customer service rather than the cart, and leave the handouts for last since flyers and cards have their own 1-hour and 24-hour products.

Frequently asked questions

Who does trade show printing in Toronto?

Printfast prints roll-up banners, backdrop walls, X-banner stands, table-top banners, flags, foam board signs, brochures and business cards in Toronto with free pickup in Scarborough. Vistaprint ships banners nationally, and Staples and The UPS Store handle posters and handouts in-store.

How long does it take to print a roll-up banner in Toronto?

Printfast lists 3 business days as standard on roll-up banners, with next-business-day and same-day options on the product page and a separate 1-hour roll-up banner product for emergencies. Online printers add courier time on top of production.

What size backdrop do I need for a 10-foot booth?

An 8' × 8' backdrop is the usual choice for a 10-foot booth because it leaves room for a table and the roll-up banners on either side. Printfast also prints 10' × 8' and 12' × 8' walls for wider spaces.

Fabric or vinyl for a trade show backdrop?

Fabric (7 oz polyester) is lighter, folds into a case and can be machine washed on a gentle cold cycle, which suits exhibitors who travel between shows. 13 oz matte vinyl is heavier and stiffer, which suits a one-off event where the wall is not being packed repeatedly.