Group One Associates

📢 TORONTO MARKET WEEK IS LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AWAY 📢

Can you believe that the hottest event of the summer - Toronto Market Week, of course - is less than two weeks away? We’re so excited to see you in the showroom and have so much amazing stuff planned that we are literally bursting to share. But in the meantime, make sure you have your trip all planned and book your appointments with your reps!

Drop an emoji in the comments to show us how excited you are for the show!

Summer may be in full swing but the countdown to autumn is on (61 days, for anyone who’s counting).
So it’s time to start thinking about those fall displays and DII has the very best in fun, whimsical, functional table decor with a perfect autumnal flair! 🍂

Some of our favourite pieces from the Fall and Halloween collections are still available and ready to ship but get those orders in fast before stock runs out for the season!

Want to see it in person? Come check out the DII section of our showroom during Toronto Market Week, starting August 6th! We know you’re going to FALL in love with these collections the moment you see them 😉

Get excited because Orange Tree is restocked in Canada - and we have tons of fun new stuff!

From the cutest pet collection, to construction vehicles, to the iconic and award winning playsets, the new releases are a must-see! Check out the full selection of new products plus restocked favourites now on markettime!

Haven’t been introduced to Orange Tree toys yet? Allow me! This UK based company makes whimsical and fun wooden toys, all produced with FSC certified wood and made to the highest standards. Their products have won multiple UK gift and toy awards and continue to be favourites on the shelves of stockists. Now is the perfect time to add them to your kids section shelves!

Toronto Market Week: Summer Edition is only a month away!

That’s right folks, it’s our favourite season of the year - show season! - and we are already scheming up ways to make this the best show yet! And you’re invited to come check out all the new product for fall PLUS eat from the best lunch spread in town PLUS potentially win some cool stuff to bring home with you PLUS get in on all the show specials and promos that’ll save you $ on your Q4 orders!!

There is NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED to access the ShowTO showrooms during market week but you should definitely book time with your Group One Associates rep to get the very best ordering experience. Not sure who your rep is? Head over to our website (🔗 in bio) to find out!

And don’t forget to check all the details for travel and hotel savings on the Toronto Market Week website!

We can’t wait to see you August 6-13! If you’re planning to visit, drop as a 👋 in the comments

Beautiful aesthetics with splashes of colour, all inspired by nature - say hello to Koustrup & Co.

Koustrup & Co is a Danish company that believes in combining elevated design with a knowledge of nature so that every piece tells a story. Their products are made in Europe with sustainable, eco-friendly materials, and artfully bring nature into the home.

All of their products are shipped directly from Europe and Canadian retailers enjoy capped freight and no duties on their orders! See the full line and order now on markettime through the 🔗 in our bio.

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

As a Canadian company, we are so privileged and proud to work with so many amazing Canadian small businesses that are the heart and soul of retail in our country! Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday!

A quick reminder that our offices are closed today for the holiday and we will reopen tomorrow with regular hours.

✨ Pic of our favourite little Canadian doggy Stanley courtesy of Happy Just Happy ✨

Let destiny decide what your new favourite bird-themed Professor Puzzle game is going to be! Pick a bird, follow the line, and see which game you get! (And then put that game and all the others onto your next order!)

If you haven’t dipped into the world of Professor Puzzle games yet, now is the perfect time to swoop in! Their line of games are innovative, super entertaining with their zany themes, and very portably making them perfect to bring along on all your summer getaways.

It’s giving… multidimensional brand energy!

Sure, Schylling might be a hot name because of a certain squish toy that is becoming a little bit popular lately… ahem, NeeDoh, ahem… but did you know that they carry hundreds of other amazing products, from retro toy classics to trending impulse items! Their catalogue is full of interesting, unique, and well-priced items that will fit any niche you’re looking to add to your shelves.

Plus, orders that do NOT include any NeeDoh products are in their own queue and are packed and shipped as soon as they are processed! No wait time, all fun time!

Swipe through for some collections we love and start your order online 24/7!

Tiger Tribe Baby: the best toys for the littlest tigers! 🐯

If you’re looking for baby products for your shelves that are thoughtfully designed, developmentally stimulating, and also cute as heck, look no further than Tiger Tribe! From first rattles to bath-time magic, their range of baby and toddler toys have a playful purpose that supports early milestones. Plus, they are made with the best materials including food-grade silicone and sustainable bioplastics so customers can feel confident about their choice of a Tiger Tribe product.

Swipe through for a sneak peak at the full baby and toddler line and get your order started on markettime or by contacting your Group One rep!

The Thames & Kosmos 2026 releases are out of this world 🚀

We are totally ✨ starry eyed ✨for the newest selection of kits and games from T&K which build on their 25 years of excellence producing the best STEM toys and knock it right out of the park. From brand new build kits (the SolarFlower is a rep fave!) to messy fun from Ooze Labs to new additions to the bestselling EXIT series to a Fourth Wing game (booktok girlies, pay attention 👀) there is something awesome to explore for everyone!

Get your orders in for these amazing new products that are launching in time for Q4 and are going to be hits for your fall/holiday shoppers!!!

Check out the full Thames & Kosmos assortment online on markettime or by reaching out to your Group One Associates rep!