Media Partnership Details

The Media Partnership is an in-kind marketing exchange program between qualified print and digital media outlets and the PDAC. 

In exchange for advertising in Media Partner print, digital, televised publications/shows, and podcasts (primarily between October and March each year), PDAC will provide the following to approved Media Partners, depending on the level of exposure given to PDAC:

• Logo and link on PDAC convention website
• Media Partner name listed in the digital PDAC Preliminary Program
• Media Partner logo listed on Media Partner onsite signage in the North and South Buildings
• Media Partner will be provided with an official PDAC Media Partner icon for their use
• Media Partner will be provided with press releases for distribution or to assist with the writing of articles
• A thank you to Media Partners will be included in three (3) of PDAC's Convention e-newsletters (distribution 43,000+), including a link to the web page displaying all Media Partner logos on the convention website
• A thank you to Media Partners will be distributed on PDAC's social media channels, accompanied by a link to the Media Partners web page on the convention website

• Additional mentions in PDAC's Convention e-newsletters and social media channels may apply depending on the partner's package

   

• Digital publication distribution opportunities onsite during the convention (limited number available): 
  • Returning partners will be given first right of refusal if their application is approved and received before the deadline, and space permits
  • All participating partner images will be displayed at the two Digital Publication Stations, one in the North Building and one in the South Building
  • A PDAC QR code will be displayed at the stations, which will lead to a PDAC webpage where all participating publications will be housed
  • Media Partners must provide an 8.5” x 11 “ high-resolution PDF image that includes a logo, background image, description of the publication, and the publication’s website address

  • The partner must supply a URL that does not require users to subscribe or log in to access the publication

     

• Media Stage opportunities (limited number of stages available): 
  • Returning partners will be given first right of refusal if their application is approved and received before the deadline, and space permits
  • Media Partner will be provided with a raised stage with one duplex electrical outlet within the MTCC, which they must set up and staff as needed

  • Partners must have staff present for the full duration of the convention

     

• Tabletop opportunities (limited number of tables available): 
  • Returning partners will be given first right of refusal if their application is approved and received before the deadline, and space permits
  • Media Partners display materials during the convention at a 6 ft skirted table with two chairs provided by PDAC 

  • Staff must be present at the table for the full duration of the convention

     

• Podcast opportunities (limited number available): 
  • Returning partners will be given first right of refusal if their application is approved and received before the deadline, and space permits
  • Media Partners will be given space in the Podcast Hub, during pre-arranged times to record live podcasts each day
  • Media Partners will be provided with a 6 ft skirted table with two chairs for technical equipment, two interview chairs, a small coffee table, and one duplex electrical outlet

Media Partners provide some or all of the following items (if applicable):

• Placement of PDAC-provided web banners on their website with a link to PDAC’s convention website
• Placement of PDAC-provided web banners in Media Partner e-newsletters
• Print advertisements in publications (full page, colour)
• Digital online advertisements
• Promote PDAC via social media channels
• Publish pre and/or post-show articles (press releases will be available to assist with editorial)

Applications open for PDAC 2027: June 17, 2026