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Mark your calendars! Introducing the YODL Weekly Roundup! Every Friday, we'll bring you a curated list of upcoming opportunities that you simply can't miss. From events to competitions and more, stay in the loop and unlock exciting prospects.

  • Apply now for our Innovation Booster Program - We're looking for innovative companies to apply with projects centered around Personalized Nutrition and Enhancing Human Health through Food. The deadline to apply is June 26, 2023.

  • Delegation Trip to Germany: Join the Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CGCIC) on a trip to Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany's high-tech location for food innovations from Monday, Sept 18 until Friday, Sept 22, 2023, for a week of business meetings, site visits, networking and learning about opportunities in Germany. Use the online registration form linked here to indicate your interest in joining the delegation. The deadline to register is Friday, July 14.

  • The Arrell Food Institute invites you to the Virtual Wall Street Journal Global Food Forum - Join senior leaders from every corner of the food industry and global agricultural economy at The Wall Street Journal's Global Food Forum on Tuesday and Wednesday (June 20-21). Register for your complimentary online pass with code ARRELL.
  • Le Match DUX 2023 - The Match DUX returns for a 4th edition on October 11th! Start-ups and young companies that have developed new innovative products, submit your application from June 1, 2023!

  • Food Innovation Award - A unique award opportunity for the food industry. Nomination period: June 6, 2023 to October 6, 2023 at 5 p.m. Awards will be announced at the 2023 Marketing Event gala dinner in November. Questions? Write to concours@conseiltaq.com.

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Continuing on with our Upcoming Opportunities. Here are five events and opportunities you don't want to miss this week! 

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Here are a few more upcoming events and opportunities you need to know about! 

  1. OBIO® Capital Access Advisory Program (CAAP®) -  The Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization is looking for health science companies looking to start their Series A financing in late 2023 to early 2024 for their competitive 9-month program. Applications are closing on August 6 for the 2023-24 cohort.

  2. Future of Food Webinar - Learn about the geopolitical impact on global food supply chains & the Canadian economy. Attend Prepr's webinar and gain invaluable insights from their panel of experts, including CFIN's CEO @Dana McCauley. Online | August 16

  3. Max Uptime V2 event - Boost your company's productivity and bottom line with game-changing technology like automation, robotics, and AI! Learn from Linda Fox, @Alex Barlow, and other industry experts at MRO Maintenance's next virtual event! August 29 | 1:00 EST

  4. Founded in Canada, Food & Agtech Edition - The Canadian Women's Network is bringing you a Founder Showcase designed to provide pitch feedback and support to Canadian-based female founders in a specific industry or technology area. Applications close September 2
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Level up with this week's opportunities and events. Act fast, as time is running out to apply or register!

  1. The Startup Canada Tour is looking for Speakers. They are seeking experienced speakers to complement these sessions. Topics include but are not limited to, funding fundamentals, winning sales strategies for attracting your first customer, cultivating resilience and a growth mindset, how to know when to make your first hire, local partners supporting new founders, later-stage entrepreneurs, and what they wish they knew before starting a business.

  2. BC Food and Beverage Awards -Nominate yourself or another deserving company/individual for a BCFB Award. Submissions close on August 4, 2023.

  3. Future of Food Webinar. Learn about the geopolitical impact on global food supply chains & the Canadian economy. Attend Prepr’s webinar and gain invaluable insights from their panel of experts, including CFIN’s CEO @Dana McCauley. Online | August 16

  4. CDAP Info Session - Join ISED, BDC, and Magnet to learn how the Government of Canada can help you Grow Your Business Online and Boost Your Business Technology. In this session, you'll learn about setting up or improving your online presence to increase sales and how to get grants and 0% financing to adopt technologies that will help your business reduce manual labour and increase productivity. Online | July 31| 12:00 PM ET

  5. FoodTech Next Info Session - Our FoodTech Next program 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. Online | August 2 | 12-1 PM EST.

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We have gathered a selection of upcoming events and promising opportunities that are worth your attention-don't miss out on the incredible experiences and potential they offer!

  1. Swing by the Kitchen: Sustainable Self-Employment in the Food Sector - Session 1. You are invited to a free workshop focused on skills focused on self-employment in the food sector. This is a free event with limited spots available. Please reserve your tickets to save your spot. July 10 | 10:30 to 12:30 (ET) | Artscape Weston Common 34 John Street Toronto, ON M9N 1J3

  2. Mark your calendars! Food Day Canada 2023 is just around the corner on August 5th. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, FoodDayCanada is an excellent opportunity to show appreciation for Canadian Agriculture, Local Foods, Farmers, and Producers!

  3. Protein Industries Canada issues a $10 million call for food-focused artificial intelligence projects. Companies interested in applying are encouraged to visit www.proteinindustriescanada.ca/artificial-intelligence for more information.

  4. CDAP Info Session - Join ISED, BDC and Magnet to learn more about how the Government of Canada can help you Grow Your Business Online and Boost Your Business Technology. In this session, you'll learn about setting up or improving your online presence to increase sales and how to get grants and 0% financing to adopt technologies that will help your business reduce manual labour and increase productivity. Online | July 31| 12:00 PM ET

  5. Join us on Wednesday, July 12, at noon ET for our Member Meetup, the ultimate networking opportunity! Connect with like-minded CFIN Members & our Regional Innovation Directors (RID). Get insights, answers, and expand your network nationwide!

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Here are the upcoming events and exciting opportunities that deserve your attention this week...

  1. CDAP Info Session - Join ISED, BDC, and Magnet to learn how the Government of Canada can help you Grow Your Business Online and Boost Your Business Technology. In this session, you'll learn about setting up or improving your online presence to increase sales and how to get grants and 0% financing to adopt technologies that will help your business reduce manual labour and increase productivity. Online | July 31| 12:00 PM ET

  2. FoodTech Next Info Session - Our FoodTech Next program 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. Online | August 2 | 12-1 PM EST. 

  3. Start Exporting with Government Funding - With our new digital landscape, it's never been easier for consumers to purchase products from around the world, and the Canadian government is offering grant and tax incentive programs to help Canadian businesses start exporting their products and services to foreign markets. Attendees will learn about specific government funding programs designed to help businesses start exporting to foreign markets, like CanExport, FedNor, and SR&ED. Online Webinar | August 9 | 1:00 PM ET

  4. Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) Program - Offering no-interest, repayable contributions from $250,000 up to $5 million per project for incorporated businesses (including Indigenous businesses), the CEDD For-Profit Stream supports projects that boost economic development and diversification to increase competitiveness and employment opportunities in small and rural communities in southern Ontario.
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This week we have five exciting events from across the country that we think you should check out!

  1. NGen's Workforce Transformation Project Info Session - Learn how NGen’s Future Ready program will help you create a balanced roadmap to transform your future! September 18, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM PDT | Online

  2. CHFA NOW Toronto Conference and Trade Show - Registration is free. Immerse yourself in things natural, organic and wellness at this event. Over 1,000 brands will be showcasing their latest innovations spanning natural health, organic food, better-for-you snacks, clean beauty, and healthy home and lifestyle. Toronto | September 21 -24

  3. Inaugural Advanced Summit on Food Law and Regulation Canada - Register today to obtain the tools and techniques you need to meet the evolving legal and regulatory challenges that the food industry is now facing as well as anticipating in Canada. 10% off coupon code: A10-200-200L24.ACD. Mississauga | October 4-5, 2023

  4. #IGNITE: Accelerating your Path to Commercialization - #IGNITE will take attendees through the commercialization path, from development and validation to securing customers, while showcasing the support available to B.C. innovators at each stage and featuring success stories from those who have been there, done that. September 25, 2023 | Vancouver Convention Centre

  5. Terroir Symposium 2023 - Meet the industry leaders and visionaries from the food, tourism, and hospitality sectors, sharing their insights, ideas, and experiences at the Terroir Hospitality Symposium. Calgary |September 30 - Oct 2


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Here's this week's handpicked selection of upcoming opportunities that are too good to overlook. Make sure to check them out! 

  1. FoodTech Next EOI Submission Deadline - Our FoodTech Next program is a unique funding opportunity (Up to $250K) for early-stage Canadian technology firms seeking to be part of or sell to the broader 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. September 6, 2023 

  2. Max Uptime V2 event - Boost your company's productivity and bottom line with game-changing technology like automation, robotics, and AI! Learn from @Linda Fox, @Alex Barlow, and other industry experts at MRO Maintenance's next virtual event! August 29 | 1:00 EST

  3. The Lunch Room | Good to Grow - The Lunch Room is an advanced cohort of 12 selected participants in the late Sprout / early Growth stage of business that meet 2x/month for six months to discuss shared topics of interest and everyday needs related to growing their businesses. The Lunch Room is an opportunity for companies to gain expert education, pointed one-on-one coaching, and peer-to-peer networking best to prepare for their transition to the next stage of success. Application Deadline: September 5, 2023

  4. How Alternative Protein Drives a More Sustainable Food System Webinar - Join leaders from the alternative protein industry for an enlightening interview-style webinar as they explore the fascinating world of alternative protein and its pivotal role in driving a more sustainable food system. September 14 | 2 pm EST 

  5.  Future Food-Tech is back in London, bringing together over 800 leaders from food brands, ingredient providers, pioneering entrepreneurs, and investors to address the challenges in creating foods that are nutritious, accessible, and climate-smart. September 28-29| London 

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Happy Friday, YODLers! Here are this week's upcoming opportunities and events.

  1. Food Inflation: Where are we now? - Learn from industry experts Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab, Dalhousie University, and Colleen Martin, Chief Revenue Officer, Caddle, to learn why and in what food product categories inflation is beginning to cool. Register now! Online | August 17 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

  2. Become a FoodGrads Campus Ambassador - As a Campus Ambassador, you will be an advocate for the food & beverage industry by sharing your experience, aspirations, and the benefits of carving out a progressive career with your peers and a wider audience. This is Aa fantastic opportunity to highlight your education, skills, experience, and career goals to industry employers too!

  3. Startup Women: Women in Packaged Food & Beverage - This month’s Startup Women Industry Advisory Circle will be focusing on Women in Packaged Food & Beverage. Join us to learn from industry experts and later-stage founders in the Packaged Food & Beverage space! August 16| 12:00 PM ET | Online

  4. caterToronto is seeking to engage a consultant to conduct a comprehensive Needs Assessment, develop an Outreach Plan, and create a strategic Roadmap to guide our organization for the 2024-2026 period. The deadline to apply is August 28, 2023 - 11:59pm ET.

  5. CIFST Ontario Section 48th Annual Golf Tournament - Hit the links and meet food industry experts and entrepreneurs. September 13 | Deer Creek Golf Club in Ajax

  6. Future of Food Webinar - Learn about the geopolitical impact on global food supply chains & the Canadian economy. Attend Prepr's webinar and gain invaluable insights from their panel of experts, including CFIN's CEO @Dana McCauley. Online | August 16

  7. Max Uptime V2 event - Boost your company's productivity and bottom line with game-changing technology like automation, robotics, and AI! Learn from Linda Fox, @Alex Barlow, and other industry experts at MRO Maintenance's next virtual event! August 29 | 1:00 EST

  8. Founded in Canada, Food & Agtech Edition - The Canadian Women's Network is bringing you a Founder Showcase designed to provide pitch feedback and support to Canadian-based female founders in a specific industry or technology area. Applications close September 2

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Are you ready for another round of Upcoming Opportunities? Here’s our picks for this week.

  1. Foodtech Canadian Tech Accelerator Program Webinar - This webinar is open to Canadian early-stage startups and partners interested in applying for the Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) in FoodTech. Join Trade Commissioners from our Consulates General in Minneapolis and San Francisco to get the inside scoop on this program for high-growth foodtech companies looking to raise a seed or series A round within the next 12 months. September 12 |10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT | Online

  2. FoodShift Program - Open call for applications. With the Government of Canada's support through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Bioenterprise Canada is relaunching its FoodShift program. FoodShift is a $2.4-million green initiative to help southern Ontario food and beverage processing organizations future-proof their businesses by adopting and integrating clean technologies and/or process optimization projects. Applications open Sept 5 - October 6.

  3. NGen's Workforce Transformation Project Info Session - Learn how NGen’s Future Ready program will help you create a balanced roadmap to transform your future! September 18, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM PDT | Online

  4. #IGNITE: Accelerating your Path to Commercialization - #IGNITE will take attendees through the commercialization path, from development and validation to securing customers, while showcasing the support available to B.C. innovators at each stage and featuring success stories from those who have been there, done that. September 25, 2023 | Vancouver Convention Centre

  5. Benefiq - The 6th edition of BÉNÉFIQ, a major event focused on healthy ingredients and food, will take place in the beautiful city of Quebec, Canada. Supported by the expertise of INAF and Quebec in sustainable food, BÉNÉFIQ is a crucial gathering that connects researchers, the bio-food industry, the health ingredients sector, and the entire innovation community. October 4-5 | Quebec City

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Here are a few more upcoming opportunities you need to know about!

  1. FoodTech Next EOI Submission Deadline - Our FoodTech Next program is a unique funding opportunity (Up to $250K) for early-stage Canadian technology firms seeking to be part of or sell to the broader 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. September 6, 2023

  2. The Aqua Connect Conference - Are you ready to shape the future of aquaculture alongside like-minded visionaries? Join the World's #1 Aquaculture Conference with over 250 aquaculture visionaries: Connect, Collaborate, and Elevate the Future of Aquaculture. Dive into the heart of innovation and sustainability at AQUA CONNECT 2023, where we unite the industry's pioneers and create the world's first-ever aquaculture community. September 8 - 9

  3. Grow Your Food Business - One Day Workshop - If you're starting a new food and beverage business, the Grow Your Food Business workshop is essential to keeping your business out of the weeds and growing to success. Online | September 7

  4. The Lunch Room | Good to Grow - The Lunch Room is an advanced cohort of 12 selected participants in the late Sprout / early Growth stage of business that meet 2x/month for six months to discuss shared topics of interest and everyday needs related to growing their businesses. The Lunch Room is an opportunity for companies to gain expert education, pointed one-on-one coaching, and peer-to-peer networking best to prepare for their transition to the next stage of success. Application Deadline: September 5, 2023

  5. Pack Expo Las Vegas - Every two years, PACK EXPO Las Vegas brings together packaging and processing solutions suppliers and end users from 40+ vertical industries. Exhibitors launch products, showcase their latest innovations and problem-solve with customers. Attendees explore thousands of packaging and processing technologies on display and discover game-changing solutions to their packaging and processing challenges. September 11 -13 | Las Vegas

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Here's another compilation of upcoming opportunities that you don't want to miss. Whether it's events, competitions, or other exciting prospects, we'll keep you informed and connected to a world of endless possibilities.

  1. CDAP Info Session - Join ISED, BDC and Magnet to learn more about how the Government of Canada can help you Grow Your Business Online and Boost Your Business Technology. In this session, you’ll learn about setting up or improving your online presence to increase sales and how to get grants and 0% financing to adopt technologies that will help your business reduce manual labour and increase productivity. Online | July 31| 12:00 PM ET

  2. Applications NOW open: TiE Incubation Lab - TiE Vancouver is thrilled to announce the upcoming cohort of TiE Global Angels’ Canadian Incubation Lab. The lab is focused on providing high-potential Canadian startups with mentorship and advisory from local, US and global experts from TiE's worldwide network, hands-on support in the fundraising process, and access to TiE's worldwide investor network.  Apply by July 31, 2023. 

  3. IFT FIRST Food Expo - Immerse yourself in the future of food at the #IFTFIRST Food Expo Hall! Over 850 exhibitors will be there to share their latest technologies and solutions impacting the global food system. Chicago | July 16-19  

  4.  Join us on Wednesday, July 12, at noon ET for our Member Meetup, the ultimate networking opportunity! Connect with like-minded CFIN Members & our Regional Innovation Directors (RID). Get insights, answers, and expand your network nationwide! 
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It's time for another round of upcoming opportunities. Make sure to check them out and mark your calendar!

  1.  Two New Pitch & Plate Events Are Now Open!  Pitch & Plate is a FeedBC initiative, delivered by the MAF in collaboration with B.C. food industry educators, Good to Grow and FeedBC public institutions. The event provides B.C. brands with the opportunity to access and learn more about the institutional food service market channel. Deadline to Apply: Friday, September 8, 2023
  2. University of Guelph's The Hub Incubator is accepting application. The Hub Incubator is for students and alumni who want to be entrepreneurs and develop their own start-up business. We help student founders develop their early-stage venture ideas through the programs we provide.  In our programs, we offer the skillsets, strategic advice, industry mentorship, and funding to lay the groundwork of what it takes to make a viable business. Deadline to Apply: Thursday, August 24th at 11:59 PM

  3. #StartupChats | Government Relations for Entrepreneurs - Government Relations (GR) is often considered an “intimidating” space. Still, as an entrepreneur, it’s important to have your voice heard by government officials and know what resources are available to you through the government. In this special edition of #StartupChats, we will discuss key GR tools and resources for entrepreneurs and how to better engage with government officials in your area. Aug 28, 2023 from 13:00 to 15:00 EST
  4. caterToronto is seeking to engage a consultant to conduct a comprehensive Needs Assessment, develop an Outreach Plan, and create a strategic Roadmap to guide our organization for the 2024-2026 period. The deadline to apply is August 28, 2023 - 11:59pm ET. 
  5. Max Uptime V2 event - Boost your company's productivity and bottom line with game-changing technology like automation, robotics, and AI! Learn from Linda Fox, @Alex Barlow, and other industry experts at MRO Maintenance's next virtual event! August 29 | 1:00 EST

  6. Founded in Canada, Food & Agtech Edition - The Canadian Women's Network is bringing you a Founder Showcase designed to provide pitch feedback and support to Canadian-based female founders in a specific industry or technology area. Applications close September 2