Canada delegation to Singapore

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Hello, all wonderfully CFIN members: few weeks back someone floated a message re applying for Canada delegation to Singapore and I forgot to save details. Can that message be resend, it would be of immense help? Singapore is one of our target market and suc exposure will help. Have a nice day.

Dr. Tewari

www.tewarisystemsglobal.com

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Thanks so much.

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https://www.cfin-rcia.ca/discussion/opportunity-for-cfin-members-canadian-agri-food-innovation-delegation-to-singapore

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Call for Expressions of Interest

Canadian Agri-Food Innovation Delegation at Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW) 2026

Unlock ASEAN Market Opportunities

Canada is inviting expressions of interest from innovative agriculture and agri-food companies to join a curated cohort of 6 to 8 firms in a Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) Express Program from October 26 to 29, 2026, during SIAW 2026, Asia-Pacific's leading platform for agri-food innovation, investment, and partnerships. Designed as a short-term, accelerator-style program, the CTA Express Program supports Canadian companies to enter and scale in Southeast Asia, building strategic partnerships with corporates, investors, and public-sector stakeholders.

What Selected Companies Receive

  • Market readiness support: ASEAN-focused briefings, regulatory insights, and commercialization guidance
  • Direct access to partners: Curated B2B meetings with investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders
  • High-impact exposure: Opportunity to pitch at the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit
  • Canada showcase: Participation in a Canada agriculture innovation event
  • Ongoing support: Engagement with Canada's Trade Commissioner Service and partners

Who Should Apply

Canadian companies with scalable, market-ready innovations across the agriculture and agri-food value chain, including:

  • Food tech & ingredients: plant proteins, functional ingredients, novel processing
  • Sustainability solutions: regenerative agriculture, emissions reduction, climate resilience
  • Nutrition innovation: health-focused products, value-added foods
  • Agri-food system innovation: solutions that improve food production, supply chains, or resource efficiency

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking companies that:

  • Demonstrate strong commercial potential and readiness to scale
  • Have validated solutions (e.g., pilots, customers, or partnerships)
  • Are seeking international expansion, investment, or strategic collaboration
  • Offer solutions relevant to ASEAN market needs (cost efficiency, resilience, food security)
  • Are ready to engage with corporates, investors, and public-sector partners

Program Overview

Successful companies will receive the program components below at no cost (participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation):

  • Pre-departure preparation and advisory
  • In-market programming during SIAW 2026
  • Post-event follow-up support to advance pilots, partnerships, and investment opportunities

Expression of Interest

Please submit your Expression of Interest in approximately one page (or ~500 words). Shortlisted companies may be asked to provide additional information at a later stage. Companies will be assessed based on the strength of their solution, commercial readiness, and potential fit for the Singapore and ASEAN markets.

Please address the following:

  • Company overview
    What does your company do, and what problem are you solving?
  • Solution & differentiation
    What makes your solution unique or compelling?
  • Commercial traction
    (e.g., pilots, customers, revenue, partnerships)
  • ASEAN interest
    Why are you interested in Singapore/ASEAN, and what are you seeking?
    (e.g., partners, pilots, investment)
  • Key contact details

Submission Details

Please submit your Expression of Interest to:
francis.chan@international.gc.ca and martin.sullivan@international.gc.ca

Deadline: August 10, 2026