AIC Conference 2026

Agri-Food Innovation 2026 – Canada’s Unique Advantage for Nation Building brings together leaders, innovators, researchers, and policymakers to explore transformative solutions for the future of Canada’s agri-food sector. With a focus on leveraging science to unlock global trade opportunities, harnessing innovation to address persistent workforce challenges, and revitalizing the agri-food ecosystem, this conference will showcase Canada’s strategic strengths and provide pathways toward sustainable growth, resilience, and global leadership in agri-food. Join us to shape the next chapter in Canada’s nation-building journey through agri-food innovation.

Some key elements we will discuss:

• From Lab to Market to Global Impact: Connecting Innovation to Power Canada’s Agri-Food Sector Trade,
• Harvesting Innovation: Solving Workforce Challenges in Agri-Food
• Fixing the Agri-Food Science and Innovation Ecosystem: Challenges and Solutions

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sheraton Ottawa Hotel, 150 Albert Street, Ottawa, Canada

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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