CFIN Hosted Events

CFIN’s exclusive events and webinars are designed to connect you with key industry leaders and innovators in foodtech. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of industry developments or gain valuable insights, our events offer thought leadership and knowledge on the latest trends and innovations.

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Upcoming Events

Financing the Future of Food: From IP to IPO

Explore IP, funding, and growth in foodtech—featuring expert insights, real-world success stories, and strategic industry connections.

Prototype to Plate: Foodtech Adoption in Action

Attendees will learn how food tech adoption happens, featuring real stories from Maia Farms and the customers embracing their solutions.

YODL 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Using the Platform (May)

Learn how to access exclusive content, find funding, connect with experts, and optimize your YODL profile for maximum visibility.


Learn what funders look for—and how to position your startup for investment success.

YODL 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Using the Platform (June)

Learn how to access exclusive content, find funding, connect with experts, and optimize your YODL profile for maximum visibility.


Learn how real-world sustainability practices can unlock value across your food business and strengthen your competitive edge.

YODL 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Using the Platform (July)

Learn how to access exclusive content, find funding, connect with experts, and optimize your YODL profile for maximum visibility.

Past Webinar Recordings

Unlocking Quebec’s Food Market: Key Consumer Insights for Innovation

Attendees learned about winning strategies for Canadian foodtech companies to succeed in the Quebec Market.

Scaling the Ecosystem: Canada's Path to Becoming a Foodtech Leader

Attendees learned key insights from two major reports on food innovation, investment, and global competitiveness in this expert-led webinar.

Empowering Women with Key Insights from Dana McCauley and Jo-Ann McArthur’s Journey in the Food Industry

Attendees learned from Dana McCauley and Jo-Ann McArthur's breadth of experience in the food sector.

Food Sector Automation Successes in Canada

Attendees learned how automation and technology is helping businesses throughout the food sector.

Foodtech Next Info Session

Alex Barlow, CFIN VP of Programs provides insights about this funding call for the Foodtech Next program and answers your questions.

Innovation Booster Info Session

Alex Barlow, CFIN VP of Programs provides insights about this funding call for the Innovation Booster program and answers your questions.

Intellectual Property (IP) Essentials for Food Innovators

Attendees learned practical advice on creating, protecting and leveraging intellectual property as a food business asset.