About this Event
About this Event
The Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) and Venturepark, are thrilled to host a special Founder Meetup during CHFA NOW Vancouver—bringing together some of the most innovative and entrepreneurial minds in the food industry.
Whether you’re new to CHFA or a longtime attendee, this is a chance to step away from the show floor, grab a drink, and connect with fellow founders who understand what it means to grow a food business.
What to Expect
- Relaxed, post-show networking with fellow food and beverage entrepreneurs
- Drinks and appetizers to keep the conversations flowing
- Free drink for the first 75 guests
Registration
This free event is open to founders and food industry professionals attending CHFA NOW. Space is limited—register now to secure your spot!
About CFIN
The is a national organization that’s stimulating transformative and transferrable innovation within the Canadian food sector. With over 8, 000 members and counting, CFIN has built the fastest growing. and most engaged food business community in the country. Our members come from across the globe, representing all parts of the food value chain. CFIN’s free membership includes access to exclusive funding programs, the networks of five Regional Innovation Directors, and access to a unique 24/7 innovation connector platform called .
CFIN was established in 2021 and is supported by a number of government agencies including Government of Canada’s Strategic Response Fund.
About Venturepark
is a non-profit organization helping Canada’s most innovative CPG founders build and scale their consumer food, beverage & health and wellness businesses.
Founded in 2015 by visionary entrepreneur Arlene Dickinson, Venturepark has helped more than 350 early-staged food and wellness businesses through our Accelerator and Concept to Market Sprint programs. Our alumni include some of the fastest-growing CPG companies in the country, collectively generating over $200M in annual sales. Venturepark’s free membership, the , offers access to expert-led webinars, industry-specific learning resources, and a connected community of peers and vetted industry partners.
Our work is made possible by the support of industry leaders including Sobeys, BMO, Tree of Life, as well as Prairies Economic Development Canada and the National Research Council.
Discover Venturepark’s programs, events, and learning opportunities designed to help you connect with likeminded entrepreneurs and industry leaders in Canadian CPG. Explore all the ways we can help your CPG brand grow !
Discover more of CFIN's events, webinars, and networking opportunities that will help you connect with industry leaders and innovators in foodtech. Explore CFIN's events calendar here!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mahony's Tavern Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Place #36, Vancouver, Canada
CAD 0.00
