The BC Foodtech Briefing: 2026 Trends & Local Impact

About This Event

The first half of 2026 has brought a "hard reset" to the foodtech sector. As global markets shift, British Columbia’s food innovators are finding new ways to build resilience through modernization, smarter manufacturing, and pragmatic ingredient strategies.

Join the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) at Fasken for an evening of insight and connection. We’re moving beyond the hype to look at the real-world signals shaping our industry.

What’s on the Agenda?

• The Sightline Briefing: We’ll break down the key takeaways from the Q1 2026 Sightline Report, exploring the emerging technologies and investment trends that actually matter for the B.C. ecosystem.

• CFIN Roadmap: Learn more about upcoming CFIN funding opportunities, regional programs, and events designed to help B.C. F&B businesses

• Community Networking: Connect with fellow founders, partners, and CFIN members over food and drinks

Agenda

• 5:00 PM: Registration, Networking & Light Refreshments

• 5:30 PM – 5:40 PM: Opening Remarks

• 5:40 PM – 6:45 PM: Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A

• 6:45 PM: Open Networking

Why You Should Be There

Whether you’re looking to digitize your production line, secure non-dilutive funding, or simply stay connected to the provincial foodtech pulse, this event provides the data-driven context you need for the second half of the year. It’s also a unique opportunity to connect IRL with CFIN’s rapidly growing B.C. community.
Speaker announcements to come!

Capacity is limited. Secure your spot to join the conversation at the heart of BC’s food innovation community.

About the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)

(CFIN) is a national organization stimulating transformative innovation across Canada’s food sector. With over 8,500 members, CFIN is building the country’s most connected and collaborative food business community.

CFIN+, our new premium membership tier, provides members with additional benefits—like discounted NielsenIQ data and dozens of other perks and discounts curated specifically for Canadian food businesses.

About Fasken

Our partners at Fasken have long been dedicated to supporting the food and beverage industry in Canada. As a full-service law firm with lawyers across all major business centers in the country, and a dedicated team of 40 lawyers working directly with many of Canada’s top food and beverage brands, they are recognized leaders in the field. Their lawyers represent clients in all industries along the agribusiness supply chain, from production to processing, distribution to agri-finance and provide comprehensive solutions that protect client interests from conception to consumer, with extensive experience on matters unique to agribusiness, food and beverage law.

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!

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