Foodtech Next
Foodtech Next is a unique funding opportunity for early-stage Canadian technology firms who seek to be part of -- or sell to -- the wider food industry. The program allows companies to demonstrate and pilot their innovation in operational environments to prove their solutions and validate the return on investment for the food sector. The overarching goal of Foodtech Next is to accelerate the commercialization of Canadian innovation by generating first demonstration opportunities.
2027 – Resilient by Design: Transforming Canada's Food Supply Chain Through Innovation.
Discover how Canada's leading foodtech companies, manufacturers, retailers, and investors are designing smarter, more resilient food supply chains. Through real-world case studies and thought leadership, attendees will explore practical solutions that improve traceability, reduce waste, and strengthen food security. Registration opens this fall. Become a CFIN Member today for early access and be among the first to secure your spot.
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2026 - The Roadmap to Food 4.0 Canada’s food sector is ripe for transformation—and Food 4.0 is how we get there.
The Foodtech Next event celebrates early-stage companies and breakthrough technologies that are transforming Canada’s food sector. 2026’s theme — The Roadmap to Food 4.0 — dove into how innovation and smart tech can unlock greater productivity, sustainability, and global competitiveness across the value chain. Attendees experienced dynamic startup pitches, engaging tabletop exhibits, and networking with funders, government, and industry leaders.
2024 - Scaling Canadian Foodtech
Foodtech Next is a unique funding opportunity for early-stage Canadian technology firms who seek to be part of -- or sell to -- the wider food industry. The program allows companies to demonstrate and pilot their innovation in operational environments to prove their solutions and validate the return on investment for the food sector. The overarching goal of Foodtech Next is to accelerate the commercialization of Canadian innovation by generating first demonstration opportunities.
2023 - Pioneering Foodtech Innovators
The inaugural Foodtech Next introduced the first cohort of winners tackling issues like food safety, sustainable packaging, shelf-life extension, and kitchen automation. Attendees heard pitches, explored collaboration opportunities, and built connections with industry leaders, government, and funders. Keynote speaker Michael Grantmyre (Osler) pulled back the curtain on Canada’s deal-making landscape, underscoring how M&A, venture capital, and strategic alliances will shape the path from pilot projects to scalable foodtech companies.
