Ottawa Pet Expo — TruNorth Grooming Show
Competition & Seminars
- Dates
- Saturday October 24, 2026 Sunday October 25, 2026
- Times
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Venue
- Cohere Centre — Hall 2
- 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa PARKING ONSITE
About this event
A fully sanctioned TruNorth Grooming Show staged in collaboration with the Ottawa Pet Expo — the East-Coast's largest consumer pet event. Professional groomers and apprentices compete across full sanctioned rings for cash prize money, ribbons and points that count toward national standings, while a packed two-day seminar programme delivers continuing education from internationally recognized judges and educators. Held alongside the Pet Expo show floor, competitors and seminar attendees also enjoy access to a massive trade-show with leading product brands, demos and thousands of pet-loving spectators cheering on the rings.
Sponsors
Judging Panel
Colin Taylor
Featured Judge — Mastergroom 2026
One of the most dynamic and forward-thinking forces in the grooming world, Colin Taylor brings decades of global experience, innovation, and unmatched charisma to Mastergroom 2026. Beginning his career in the UK, Colin sharpened his skills in Hong Kong before spending 20 years in the U.S., becoming one of the most decorated competitors in grooming history. He later returned to the UK, where he wrote the bestselling "What Would Colin Do?", founded the Colin Taylor Academy, and created Mastergroom UK — one of England's most prestigious grooming events. A beloved television judge on Pooch Perfect Australia and Pooch Perfect UK, Colin is known for his fairness, humour, and heart for groomers. Today he continues to educate and inspire worldwide through seminars, judging, and his global product lines including Colin Taylor Products and FAME.
- ★Intergroom International Groomer of the Year
- ★World Cup Grooming Games Winner
- ★Countless Best in Show & Best All Around titles
- ★Multi-year Groom Team USA member
- ★Featured on the cover of Groomer to Groomer five times
Marnie Mathison
Featured Judge — Educator & Groom Team Canada Alumna
With over 30 years of experience in the grooming industry, Marnie is a respected educator, mentor, and the driving force behind Pets Beautiful School of Styling — Canada's longest-running grooming school. Throughout her career she has balanced running a nationally recognized school with competing at the highest levels of professional grooming, earning multiple international awards across North America and Europe. Known for her keen eye, thoughtful approach, and deep industry knowledge, Marnie continues to be a trusted leader and influential voice in professional grooming education, raising standards and supporting groomers at every stage of their careers.
- ★30+ years in the professional grooming industry
- ★Founder & lead educator, Pets Beautiful School of Styling
- ★Three-time member of Groom Team Canada
- ★Multiple international awards across North America & Europe
- ★Lifelong mentor to countless Canadian professional groomers
Barbara Prueckel
Owner & Producer — Mastergroom Canada & Doggie Style Inc.
Barbara Prueckel has been a passionate force in the grooming industry for over three decades. Owner of Doggie Style Salon in Calgary since 1997 and a respected international educator, competitor, and judge, she has built a reputation for excellence, creativity, and leadership across the global grooming community. Together with her husband Mark, Barbara co-founded and produces Mastergroom Canada — now recognized as Canada's largest grooming conference — in affiliation with Groomania, with the vision of bringing a true international grooming experience to Canadian groomers. Barbara is deeply passionate about supporting groomers, sharing knowledge, and strengthening the industry through kindness, encouragement, and a genuine love for both people and pets.
- ★International Grooming Educator, Judge & Coach
- ★EGA judge since 2004
- ★Multiple international Best in Show & Best All-Around Groomer awards
- ★Co-founder & producer of Mastergroom Canada
- ★Owner of Doggie Style Salon, Calgary — since 1997
Seminars
Reserve your seat in any seminar — add to cart and check out all your selections together with Stripe.
Seminar A — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Seminar B — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Seminar C — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Seminar D — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Seminar E — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Seminar F — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Seminar G — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Seminar H — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Seminar Certificates
$5 CAD + 13% HST per seminar — personalized PDF certificate of participation, emailed within two weeks after the event. Pick one certificate per session you attend.
Seminar Attendance Certificate
Electronic PDF Certificate of Participation
Purchase a personalized PDF certificate acknowledging your participation at the seminar of your choice. Each certificate is $5 CAD + 13% HST and will be emailed within two weeks after the event.
To validate your certificate, each groomer must confirm attendance with the TruNorth Grooming Show booth during the show. Buy one certificate per seminar attended — repeat the purchase for each session.
Every certificate order is logged on the Certificates tab of our registration sheet (opens in a new tab) so the TruNorth team can match your attendance check-in to your PDF before it goes out.
Choose one or more seminars
Select the seminars you attended.
$0 CAD + 13% HST
Workshops
Hands-on, small-group workshops with extended instructor time. Reserve your spot — add to cart and check out with Stripe.
Workshop 1 — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Workshop 2 — TBA
with TBA · Oct 24 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Workshop 3 — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Workshop 4 — TBA
with TBA · Oct 25 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Passes
Single-day, multi-day, and spectator passes for the show floor. Check out all items at once with secure Stripe payment.
1 Day Open Unlimited Event Pass
Full single-day access — show floor, competition viewing, and seminar floor.
$185 CAD
2 Day Open Unlimited Event Pass
Both days — full access to the show floor and all open sessions.
$285 CAD
Extra Event Wristband
Additional admission wristband for a guest or support person.
$25 CAD
Spectator Weekend Pass
General-admission entry to the show floor, both days.
$35 CAD
Prizes & Awards
Prize Money Schedule · Ottawa Pet Expo
Over $5,000 in Prize Money
Sanctioned rings across five divisions — cash, trips, ribbons and points that count toward national standings. Sponsored by our title partners.
BEST IN NOVICE DIVISION
Wire · Sporting · AOPB · Poodle · Freestyle
1st
$150
Plus Ribbon
2nd
$100
Plus Ribbon
3rd
$80 GIFT CARD
BEST IN INTERMEDIATE DIVISION
Wire · Sporting · AOPB · Poodle · Freestyle
1st
$150
Plus Ribbon
2nd
$100
Plus Ribbon
3rd
$80 GIFT CARD
BEST IN OPEN DIVISION
Wire · Sporting · AOPB · Poodle · Freestyle
1st
$175
Plus Ribbon
2nd
$125
Plus Ribbon
3rd
$100 GIFT CARD
CREATIVE STYLING SHOWCASE
Open to all competitors
1st
$150
Plus Ribbon
2nd
$100
Plus Ribbon
3rd
$50 GIFT CARD
MODEL DOG CATEGORIES
Purebred · Creative · Freestyle
1st
$100
Plus Ribbon
Runner Up
$50 GIFT CARD
We've Got Your Tables Covered
Grooming tables provided on site for every competitor.
Tables
Two Sizes Available
Setup
All Provided On Site
Sponsored by Ukal Canada · Royal Canin · Amazon · Canadian Pet Expo
Competition Categories
Select your competition ring, choose your class — Novice $72, Intermediate $85, or Open $125 — and the number of dogs you're entering. Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Each entry checks out together with your other items.
Saturday Oct 24
Freestyle
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •1:00 PM — Check-in begins
- •1:45 PM — Class closes
- •2:00 PM — Class begins
- •5:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$72 CAD
Saturday Oct 24
Sporting
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •8:00 AM — Check-in begins
- •8:45 AM — Class closes
- •9:00 AM — Class begins
- •12:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$72 CAD
Sunday Oct 25
Wire Coat
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •8:00 AM — Check-in begins
- •8:45 AM — Class closes
- •9:00 AM — Class begins
- •12:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$72 CAD
Sunday Oct 25
All Other Pure Breed (AOPD)
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •8:00 AM — Check-in begins
- •8:45 AM — Class closes
- •9:00 AM — Class begins
- •12:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$72 CAD
Sunday Oct 25
Poodle
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •1:00 PM — Check-in begins
- •1:45 PM — Class closes
- •2:00 PM — Class begins
- •5:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$72 CAD
Sunday Oct 25
Model Dog
Single ring entry — choose your skill level and how many dogs you're entering.
Schedule
- •1:00 PM — Check-in begins
- •1:45 PM — Class closes
- •2:00 PM — Class begins
- •5:00 PM — Awards presentation
Judges
- Entry: TBA
- Intermediate: TBA
- Open: TBA
Each entry includes use of one grooming table and one weekend pass for the participant. Levels follow Groom Team Canada definitions.
$40 CAD