Bioenterprise Canada has evolved, and our commitment to the sector remains steadfast. Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine is now the leading national organization driving transformational agricultural innovations toward commercialization and adoption. Over the last 20+ years, we’ve learned a thing or two. What we know to be true: commercial success of groundbreaking agri-food innovation depends on a precise and strategic combination of co-existing support mechanisms: Funding, of course. Mentors who’ve been through it. Experts who know their stuff. Access to trusted, sector-specific services. Connections to key players in the ecosystem. We also know that every startup company is unique. Depending on stage or area of focus, founders’ needs can be quite different. And finding the right support is a real challenge. That’s why we built Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine. If you work in Canada’s agri-food sector, and you want to plug-in, this community is for you. Share your ideas. Fill your needs. Find your people. Join Canada’s leading agri-food community to connect, innovate, and grow. bioenterprise.ca/become-a-me… @BioenterpriseCA #AgriTech #AgriFood #FoodTech #CdnAg #TheEngine

Have a solution that could help shape the future of food and agriculture? 🌱👀 The Carrot Ventures x XPRIZE Canada Hub Food & AgTech Innovation Challenge is seeking technologies that can make a real difference across Canada’s food and agriculture sectors! Innovators can compete for $150,000 in challenge prizes and may also be considered for up to $1.5 million in follow-on investment, subject to diligence and investment approval. 🏆 The Food & AgTech Innovation Challenge runs from October 6 to December 31, 2026! Find out more at carrotventures.com/xprize-ch… #FundingFridays #AgTech #AgriFood #Innovation

Are you looking to take your foodtech startup to the next level? 🤔 Join the Canadian Food Innovation Network for an engaging webinar with Riley Graydon, focusing on the essential aspects of navigating legal and operational due diligence. Learn how to protect your IP, identify potential deal-breakers and prepare your business for investor due diligence. To find out more and secure your spot, please visit: cfin-rcia.ca/events/cfin-eve… #FoodTech #AgriFoodInnovation #StartupFunding @CFIN_RCIA

Where are you in your market expansion journey? 👀 Bioenterprise Canada is exploring opportunities to strengthen support for Ontario agri-food, agri-tech, and food-tech companies looking to expand into new Canadian and international markets beyond the U.S. We want to hear where your company is in its market expansion journey, what challenges you’re facing, and what support would help you grow. Your input will directly shape our next stages of programming support for you and your innovation. Share your perspective and express your interest! 👉 Take the survey now at agritechcentre.wufoo.com/for… #TradeExport #AgriFood #AgriTech #MarketExpansion @BioenterpriseCA

Great conversations happened at #CAPIExchange2026! Bioenterprise Canada was glad to be part of the event, contributing to discussions and connecting with others working to advance Canada’s agri-food sector. CEO Dave Smardon joined a panel of discussion on “Sustainability, Value-Add, and the Evidence That Connects Them”, bringing his perspective to the table and exchanging ideas with other industry voices. Thanks to CAPI for bringing everyone together for a great day of discussion and connection! #CAPIExchange2026 #SustainableCdnAg #AgriFood @CdnAgriFood

It’s Small Business Week! 🤩 Small businesses play a vital role in the agriculture and agri-food sector, driving innovation and contributing significantly to the economy through their ideas, dedication and investments. Want to make the most of Small Business Week? BDC is celebrating this week with events and activities for small businesses across the country! Check out their lineup here: bdc.ca/en/about/small-busine… #SmallBusinessWeek #BDC #SupportLocal #AgriFood #Canada

The #AmericasAgForum is bringing together voices from across the agricultural sector to share ideas and perspectives! Our Director, Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine, Carla Berquó, will join the AgTech Plenary session on October 20 for a discussion on “AI for All Producers, Big and Small and Across Borders”. We’re looking forward to connecting with others in the sector and exploring the role of technology in agriculture! Learn more at americasagforum.org/ #AmericasAgForum26 #AgTech #AgriFood #Agriculture

Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow. In Canada, our agriculture and agri-food sector is thriving, with farmers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators collaborating to develop solutions that reinforce food systems and promote sustainability for a more promising future. At Bioenterprise Canada, we’re proud to connect the people and ideas driving innovation across the agri-food system. A more sustainable future for food starts with the work being done today. 🌱😉 #WorldFoodDay #Agriculture #Sustainability #Innovation #BioenterpriseCanada @BioenterpriseCA

Looking to explore new opportunities in Europe? Join a six-day trade mission to BIOKET 2027 to discover new markets, connect with European innovators, researchers, companies and technology developers, and build new international partnerships. The mission will give participants the opportunity to take part in B2B meetings, networking opportunities, site visits and BIOKET programming! With limited spots available, it’s an opportunity to build connections and explore new pathways for growth in Europe. 📆March 7 to 12, 2027 📍Strasbourg, France #BIOKET2027 #Innovation #TradeMission #Opportunities

The Indigenous Ag Summit is bringing more than 500 Indigenous agriculture and food leaders, producers, entrepreneurs, communities, and partners for two days of learning, connection and collaboration. The event will explore topics like Indigenous agriculture, economic opportunity across Canada, food systems and food sovereignty. The Summit offers a space to share knowledge, build connections and explore new opportunities for Indigenous agriculture and food. Learn more & register at nciaf.ca/events/indigenous-a… #NCIAF #IndigenousAgriculture #IndigenousAgSummit @BioenterpriseCA @NCIAF_Canada

Please join us in welcoming a new member to the Bioenterprise Canada Board of Directors: Bob Fink! With more than 25 years of corporate, legal and executive leadership experience, Bob brings a wealth of knowledge in governance, sustainability, advocacy, community impact and support services. For him, joining the Bioenterprise Board is an opportunity to help move Canadian agriculture forward: “I joined the Bioenterprise Board because I believe there is a real opportunity to help advance innovation in Canadian agriculture, and bring value to Canadian agriculture producers.” We’re excited to welcome Bob to the Board and to have his perspective contributing to the future of Canadian agriculture. 🎉 Meet the rest of our team ➡️ bioenterprise.ca/about/our-t… #TheEngine #BoardDirector #AgriFood #AgriTech #WelcomeToTheTeam #TeamBuilding @BioenterpriseCA

AI Visibility Workshop: Putting Northern Ontario's Innovators in the AI Answer Thursday, October 22, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Stockey Centre, Prelude Room, 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound When someone asks AI about a business like yours, what does it say? In this hands-on workshop, digital marketing veteran Dave Burnett (AOK Marketing) walks you through a live audit of how AI sees your business. You'll leave with a visibility baseline and a written 30-day plan. Bring a laptop. No technical background needed. Open to business owners, marketing staff and anyone selling online in Nipissing, Timiskaming, Parry Sound and Muskoka. 30 seats only. Register: aivisibility.eventbrite.ca

This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for the farmers who feed us, the innovators developing new solutions and the entire ecosystem working on building a stronger future for Canadian Agriculture. We’re proud to be part of a community that continues to connect, innovate and grow! Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🧡 #Thanksgiving #Agriculture #AgriTech @BioenterpriseCA

The clock is ticking… ⏰ Just days to go! The THRIVE Global Impact Summit is almost here, bringing together global leaders, investors, corporates and innovators shaping the future of food, agriculture and climate. Taking place October 14–15 in Santa Clara, CA, the Summit will feature leading industry voices, startup showcases, networking and some of the most exciting innovations from around the world. The event is getting close to capacity, so if you’re planning to be in Silicon Valley, now is the time to register. 📍 Santa Clara, CA 📅 October 14–15, 2026 #THRIVEGlobalImpact #AgTech #FoodTech #ClimateTech #Innovation @BioenterpriseCA @THRIVEAgriFood

Looking to connect with Canada’s cleantech community? 🌱 Foresight 50 is bringing together founders, investors, leaders and ecosystem partners for a day of celebration, connection and conversations around the future of cleantech. 📆 November 4, 2026 📍The Permanent, Vancouver Learn more at foresightcac.com/event/2026/… #Foresight50 #Innovation #CleanTech @BioenterpriseCA

What would make a real difference for your farm? 🤔 The Farmer’s Voice is a new anonymous survey inviting Canadian farmers to share their experiences with the technology, services and support available to them today — and what they wish was available. We want to hear directly from farmers and better understand what’s working and what they need. Anonymous findings will be shared in a free public report, giving everyone working in Canadian agriculture an opportunity to learn directly from farmers’ experiences and perspectives. We’d love to hear from you! Take the survey now ➡️ quadrosbio.com/farmers-voice… *The first 100 producers to respond can claim a $30 Tim Hortons gift card. #Agriculture #AgInnovation #AgTech @BioenterpriseCA

The Arrell Food Summit returns to Toronto on November 6! Join agri-food leaders from industry, government, and the non-profit sector to explore new research and technologies, and tackle some of the challenges facing our food systems. 📍 Four Seasons Hotel Toronto 📅 November 6, 2026 Learn more and register at site.pheedloop.com/event/arr… #AFoodSummit #CanadianAgriFood #FoodSystems #Innovation @BioenterpriseCA @ArrellFoodInst

Last week, we visited Boundless™ In The Square! 🤩 On September 24, part of the Bioenterprise team visited Guelph City Hall to connect with local entrepreneurs and learn more about the businesses and organizations supporting innovation in the community. We had the chance to discover some of the businesses supported by Boundless Accelerator, and connect with others working to help entrepreneurs grow. Interested in learning more about Boundless Accelerator? Visit boundlessaccelerator.ca/ #BoundlessAccelerator #Innovation #Growth @BioenterpriseCA @BoundlessAccel