Registration is open·100 African delegates·22–29 April 2027
Brampton, Canada · 22–29 April 2027

Canada–Africa Real Estate, Tourism & Hospitality Exchange

100 African Professionals. One Room in Canada.

A high-level meeting for 100 African real estate, tourism and hospitality professionals and stakeholders with Canadian industry experts — for business exchange, partnerships for sustainable growth, capacity building and development.

22–29 April 2027Brampton City Hall, Ontario100 African delegates

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What this is

A working delegation, not a conference audience.

Four areas of work run through the entire programme.

01

Business Networking

Structured introductions between African professionals and Canadian counterparts, facilitators and institutional partners.

02

Technology Transfer

Building and construction technology, methods and systems — presented by the people already deploying them.

03

Project Finance

Financing structures, partners and pathways for cross-border real estate and hospitality projects.

04

Training & Capacity

Working sessions designed to leave delegates with applicable skills, not just contacts.

Who is in the room

Both sides of the table, in one place.

African Real Estate Professionals

Developers, brokers, project managers and construction firms seeking partners, methods and finance.

African Tourism & Hospitality Operators

Hotel groups, operators and destination businesses exploring cross-border partnership and investment.

Canadian Counterparts & Facilitators

Canadian firms, institutional partners and facilitators positioned to collaborate and transact.

Side attractions

The Ali Baba Show — live in Canada.

Alongside the business programme, the delegation week carries an evening with Ali Baba, a guided city tour and delegate dinners.

The Ali Baba ShowHeadline

An evening with Ali Baba — the headline entertainment of the delegation week, live in Canada.

City Tour

A guided tour giving delegates real context for the market they are doing business in.

Delegate Dinners

The informal conversations where most partnerships actually begin.

Organizers / Partners

Organizers & Partners

CARTHE 2027 is a Get Elevated Inc. initiative. Tap any name to read more.

Dr. Kennedy Iden

Dr. Kennedy Iden

Convener & Chief Host

Founder of Get Elevated Inc. Canada, GET ELEVATED TV and ELEVATE YOUR STYLE. A global leader, author, speaker and TV host recognised by the Premier of Ontario and the Mayor of Brampton, and endorsed by His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi CFR, Ojaja II. Curates the dialogues, investment showcases and partnerships at CARTHE.

Amb. Dr. Carlos Sousa

Amb. Dr. Carlos Sousa

International Real Estate Professional & Peace Ambassador

A Toronto-based real estate professional with over 20 years in Canadian real estate, specialising in international property investment, pre-construction and inclusive city-building. Past President of FIABCI Canada, Secretary General of UNIPGC Canada and Senior International Advisor to the Nigeria & Canada Business Network.

Nadine Lajoie

Nadine Lajoie

Tax Strategy Consultant & Real Estate Investor

A CPA team-based model consultant and #1 best-selling author with 31 years in finance, holding a degree in Actuarial Sciences. Featured on Forbes, USA Today, ABC, FOX and CBS MoneyWatch, and has shared stages at TEDx and the California Women's Conference. Leads on financial literacy, tax strategy and investment education.

Cheryl Rankin, MPhE

Cheryl Rankin, MPhE

Business Consultant, Marketing & Sales Strategist

Principal Consultant of Fit For Business in Mississauga, known as a "personal trainer for your business" for practical low- and no-cost growth strategies. Her No Dollars Marketing workshops have grown memberships, doubled profits and tripled monthly sales for organisations across Canada. An organiser of the Business Connection Exchange.

Rose-Cathy Handy

Rose-Cathy Handy

Founder, Canada International Black Women Excellence

A Cameroonian-born Canadian entrepreneur who turned personal adversity, including homelessness, into a platform for impact. Founder of BilingualLink, which has supported over 50,000 newcomers, CEO of H.E.R. Consulting & Services and founder of Connecture Canada. Author of "Going From Homeless to CEO."

Scholar Acha, RCIC-IRB

Scholar Acha, RCIC-IRB

Founder & Lead Consultant, Upside Immigration Consulting

A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant with Immigration and Refugee Board authorisation, in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Her North York practice covers Express Entry, provincial nominee and skilled worker routes, study and work permits, family sponsorship and citizenship — supporting talent mobility between Canada and Africa.

Engr. Dr. Olusegun David Oludayo

Engr. Dr. Olusegun David Oludayo

Founder, Dave Care & Shelter Foundation · Co-Founder, Perfection Real Estate Group

An engineer and humanitarian leading work across education, healthcare, shelter and disability inclusion, and co-founder of Dave & Kirti's Care Foundation providing affordable artificial limbs through Project Legacy. Brings real estate development, construction management and infrastructure delivery expertise. A committed Rotarian.

Dr. Niyi Adeleye

Dr. Niyi Adeleye

Founder & CEO, Perfection Real Estate Group

A real estate developer, project manager and wealth coach with over 15 years in Nigeria's real estate industry, leading estate development, land banking, housing and structured investments for diaspora and professional clients. Author of "From Monthly Income to Real Estate Wealth" and mentor through the Perfection Real Estate Wealth Club.

Ali Baba

Ali Baba

Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, FCAI

The Grandfather of Stand-Up Comedy in Nigeria and the pioneer who made comedy a respected industry across Africa. Creator of the annual January 1st Concert and Spontaneity. Honours include the Presidential Award of Excellence at the National MSME Awards and the Silverbird Lifetime Achievement Award.

The programme

Eight days of business and the evenings in-between.

Day 1Thu 22 AprilArrival & Welcome
  • Meet and greet
  • Canada–Africa cultural performance
  • Organisers' welcome address
  • Introduction of delegates
  • Distribution of information booklets
Day 2Fri 23 AprilCapacity Development & Networking
  • Capacity development training session
  • Business networking
  • Evening outing
Day 3Sat 24 AprilThe Ali Baba Show
  • Shopping and sightseeing — Downtown Toronto
  • The Ali Baba Show
  • Music and entertainment
Day 4Sun 25 AprilFree Morning & Sightseeing
  • Morning free until 12 noon
  • Sightseeing from 1:00 pm prompt
Day 5Mon 26 AprilTraining & Business Networking
  • Capacity development training
  • Business networking
Day 6Tue 27 AprilInvestment & Partnership Dialogue
  • Canada–Africa Investment and Partnership Dialogue
Day 7Wed 28 AprilDialogue & Gala Night
  • Canada–Africa Investment and Partnership Dialogue
  • Gala night
Day 8Thu 29 AprilDeparture
  • Departure

Tap any day to see what it holds. Session times and venues are confirmed with delegates ahead of the event.

FAQs

Before you register.

What is CARTHE?

The Canada–Africa Real Estate, Tourism & Hospitality Exchange — an eight-day delegation convening 100 African professionals with Canadian counterparts and facilitators in Brampton, Ontario, for business networking, technology transfer, project finance and capacity development.

Who is it meant for?

African real estate, tourism and hospitality professionals — developers, brokers, project managers, construction firms, hotel groups and operators — together with the Canadian firms, institutional partners and facilitators who work with them.

What are the benefits and transformation I'll experience?

Direct relationships with Canadian counterparts and facilitators, exposure to building and construction technology you can deploy at home, a working understanding of cross-border project finance pathways, applicable skills from the training sessions, and pre-arranged partner meetings designed to become real commitments.

What are the side attractions that make the event memorable?

The delegation week is headlined by an evening with Ali Baba, alongside a guided city tour and delegate dinners — the informal side of the trip where many of the strongest partnerships actually begin.

What categories of attendance are available?

Three. Delegate — full in-person attendance across the eight days. Exhibitor — present your firm, technology or project to the room, with priority access to structured meetings. Virtual Attendee — join selected sessions remotely and receive delegate communications.

Will a certificate be issued for my participation?

Yes. Delegates who complete the programme receive a certificate of participation in the Exchange.

Is there a provision for virtual attendance?

Yes. Virtual Attendees join selected sessions remotely and receive delegate communications. In-person capacity is limited to 100; virtual access is not.

How do I register for the event?

You can register in one of three categories. A Delegate attends in person for the full eight days, with access to the business programme, networking sessions and the delegate experience. An Exhibitor presents their firm, technology or project to the room, with priority access to structured meetings. A Virtual Attendee joins selected sessions remotely and receives delegate communications. Choose your category, complete the short form on this page, and our team will get in touch to guide you through the rest of the process.

The delegation is capped at 100. Once the places are allocated, registration moves to a waiting list.

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Choose how you attend.

The delegation is capped at 100 African professionals. In-person and meeting capacity closes first.

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Full access to the business programme, networking sessions and the delegate experience across the eight days.

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Virtual Attendee

Join selected sessions remotely and receive delegate communications.

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The venue

Brampton City Hall.

2 Wellington St W
Brampton, Ontario L6Y 4R2
Canada

Thursday 22 – Thursday 29 April 2027

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