Why Canada? The Foodtech Ecosystem That Works

24 Sept 2026
Breakout Room
Breakout Sessions

Canada has built a highly collaborative food innovation ecosystem where start-ups, corporates, researchers, investors and industry partners work together to accelerate commercialisation, reduce risk and bring new solutions to market faster. 

This panel explores what makes the Canadian ecosystem unique and why a growing number of international companies are choosing Canada as a place to innovate, collaborate and expand.  

Through perspectives from the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN), market intelligence experts and international businesses that have established operations in Canada, the discussion will highlight the partnerships, insights and support systems helping food innovators succeed.

Host
Julie Daigle
Julie Daigle, Regional Director of Innovation
Speakers
Mario Ubiali
Mario Ubiali, CEO
Pierre-Marc Denault
Pierre-Marc Denault, Commercial Lead - NPI Canada