About

Canada’s handmade showrunner, run by artists for artists.

Celebrating Canadian Creativity Since 1980

At Signatures, we believe that every artisan has a story to tell and every visitor deserves the chance to experience it. For more than four decades, we’ve brought together Canada’s finest independent artists, artisans, makers, and designers to showcase their work at craft shows across the country.

A Marketplace for Discovery

Our shows are more than shopping—they’re cultural experiences. Visitors can explore one-of-a-kind, handmade products, meet the makers behind them, and take home something truly meaningful. From timeless jewellery to innovative home décor, gourmet foods to wearable art, Signatures events are a place where creativity thrives.

Supporting Independent Artisans

As Canada’s largest producers of fine craft shows, we’re proud to provide artisans with a trusted platform to grow their businesses, connect with new audiences, and share their passion. Each year, our shows attract hundreds of thousands of visitors who are eager to discover authentic Canadian craftsmanship.

A National Tradition

With shows in major cities across Canada, Signatures has become a tradition for both artisans and attendees. Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts, seeking inspiration, or looking to join as a vendor, our events offer something special for everyone.

Our Promise

At Signatures, we’re committed to celebrating creativity, supporting artisans, and creating memorable experiences. When you visit or exhibit with us, you become part of a community that values artistry, authenticity, and connection.

Family Owned Since 1980

 

We are Canada’s largest and most experienced producers of handmade marketplaces.

 

The story of Signatures begins with glass blower John Ladouceur and jeweller Casey Sadaka in the late 1970s. With limited options for professional Canadian artists, artisans and jewellers to sell their work, John and Casey saw an opportunity to make handmade goods more accessible for creators and the public. In 1980, they founded Signatures to provide quality marketplaces where artisans and buyers could come together in a shared love of handmade.

The Team

John Ladouceur

Co-Founder, President

Peter Harbic

Vice President

Kenzie Ladouceur

Vice President

Davis Ladouceur

Vice President

Christina Obuch

Artisan Relations Manager

Christine Mathieu

Show Manager — Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon

Samantha Milner

Show Manager — Medicine Hat, Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer

Kristine Barton

Show Manager — Vancouver, Winnipeg

Natacha Louisseize

Show Manager - Toronto (By Hand, Beaches Arts & Crafts)

Dawn Paquette

Show Cordinator

Francine Leduc
Elyse Drouin

Financial Manager

Jessica Roy

Administrative Assistant

Signatures Through Time

As Signatures has grown, we have never lost sight of our founding principles: to help Canadian artists sell their work in a major setting and to treat them with the utmost respect and consideration.

The love of handmade is at the heart of what we do, and we are proud of our achievements in making Canadian handmade as popular, exciting, and vibrant as it is today.