The 17th edition of the International Food & Beverage Tradeshow (SIAL Canada) and its section for the equipment and technology sectors (SET Canada) was 100 per cent virtual this year, allowing the industry to come together and do business despite…
Since its launch in 2015, La Dee Da Gourmet Sauces has been known for its gourmet sauce line that specializes in plant-based, vegan, dairy-and gluten-free and nightshade-free products. Their popularity even drew the attention of investor and Dragons’ Den regular Arlene…
Cascades, a leader in eco-friendly recycling, packaging and hygiene solutions, is the winner of two 2020 Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ) Food Innovation Awards for its unique product in North America: a 100% recycled and recyclable thermoformed…
I love the thrill of the hunt for new products and nibbling through food trade shows. This year SIAL Canada presented an entirely new experience that meant cruising the show virtually, without the customary sensory stimulation. Healthier eating and indulgence…
Diving deep into the CHFA Connect virtual trade show, these innovative foods grabbed my attention. Unfortunately, there’s no opportunity for food sampling when browsing virtual shows. Products were selected based on ingredients, nutrition data, claims and product attributes and benefits. However, appealing…
Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can work with Niagara College’s Research & Innovation division to advance their product development, improve their performance or take an innovative leap forward, thanks to government funding from various sources, and service opportunities available with…
Note: This event has been postponed until Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2020. SIAL Canada is the only national tradeshow offering up a complete range of food products, food-related equipment and technologies for the food processing, foodservice and food retailing industries. Each…
The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing in a new project to further support innovation, commercialization and growth in the province’s agri-food sector. Ontario Agri-Food Technologies will receive up to $100,000 in cost-share funding to design and launch a…
Puratos announced the opening of its newest Innovation Centre in the up-and-coming Pilsen neighbourhood of Chicago. The company invested $1.5 million into this new 6,700-square-foot facility, Puratos’ sixth innovation centre in the United States. Puratos operates 88 such Innovation centre…
SASKATOON — Eight University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have been awarded $1.3 million by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) for equipment to support leading-edge projects in human health, food security, environmental protection, public safety and computer technology. “This critical…
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