SIAL CANADA

10/13/2026

🇮🇹 Italy named Country of Honour at SIAL Canada 2027

SIAL Canada is proud to welcome Italy as its Country of Honour for the 2027 edition in Toronto.

Recognized worldwide for its excellence, authenticity and innovation, Italy will showcase its rich food heritage alongside the companies, brands and products driving the future of agri-food.

As Canada's leading European agri-food supplier, Italy's presence will create exciting opportunities for buyers, distributors, retailers, importers and foodservice professionals looking to discover new products and build valuable business relationships.

Join us in Toronto, April 27-29, 2027, as we celebrate Italy, where innovation meets tradition and every product reflects The Art of Taste.

Learn more 👉 https://sialcanada.com/en/country-of-honor-2027/
Read the press release 👉https://sialcanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/SIAL2027_CMQ_13octobre_EN.pdf

10/08/2026

The beverage market is evolving and new opportunities are bubbling up. 🥤☕🍹

From the rise of functional and wellness-focused drinks to ready-to-drink formats and growing demand for low and no-alcohol options, the sector is becoming more diverse, innovative and tailored to new consumption habits.

At SIAL Canada 2027, turn these market opportunities into business opportunities by showcasing your products to retailers, distributors and foodservice professionals looking for new brands, products and innovations.

🥤 For SMEs and growing beverage brands, applications for the Beverage Village are now open. Its turnkey format offers an accessible way to showcase your products, increase your visibility and connect with new buyers and business partners across the Canadian and North American market. Spots are limited, secure yours early.

🔎 Discover the Beverage Sector & Beverage Village at SIAL Canada: https://sialcanada.com/en/show-sectors/beverage/

👉 Exhibit at SIAL Canada 2027 and bring your beverage brand further: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

📅 April 27–29, 2027
📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

10/07/2026

🥛🧀 Dairy is evolving and so are the opportunities for your brand.

From high-protein dairy and functional nutrition to convenient formats and new consumption occasions, the category is reinventing itself to meet changing consumer expectations.

For dairy producers, manufacturers and brands, SIAL Canada is the place to turn that momentum into business opportunities. Showcase your products and innovations directly to buyers, distributors, retailers and foodservice professionals looking for what’s next.

Position your brand at the heart of a sector driven by innovation, strong local demand and growing export opportunities.

🔎 Discover the Dairy Sector at SIAL Canada: https://sialcanada.com/en/show-sectors/dairy-products/

Don’t miss the Early Bird rate, reserve your booth by October 31: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

📅 April 27–29, 2027
📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

10/01/2026

🎤 Call for Speakers – Are you an expert, innovator, or thought leader in the agri-food industry?

Take the stage at SIAL Canada 2027 and help shape the conversations driving the industry forward. Speak to 23,000 industry professionals, 85% of them decision‑makers: retailers, distributors, foodservice operators, manufacturers and CPG brands.

Speaking slots are limited. If you bring a clear perspective, an emerging trend to unpack or hands‑on experience to share, we want to hear from you.

Topics we're looking for
🇨🇦 Economy & Trade | Canadian market & emerging opportunities
🌎 New Markets | Europe, Asia & Indo-Pacific
🏭 Food Processing | Co-manufacturing, automation & robotics
🥗 Trends & Health | GLP-1, superfoods & functional foods
🛒 Retail & Foodservice | New models, consumer behaviours & industry challenges
🤖 AI & Technology | Productivity, discoverability & emerging applications
📦 Packaging | Innovation, regulation & circularity
🥛 SIAL Dairy Stage | Trends, innovation, industry challenges & workshops

👉 Submit your proposal by December 9, 2026: https://appv2.sessionboard.com/submit/sial-canada-2027/9517e445-c3b5-4096-b13e-d020876857dc

📅 April 27–29, 2027 📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

09/30/2026

Functional food is booming and health is reshaping what consumers expect from food 🌱⚡

From high-protein and high-fibre products to functional ingredients, the category is expanding as consumers look for food that combines nutrition, functionality and enjoyment.

NEW in 2027: SIAL Canada is launching a dedicated Superfood Pavilion, bringing together the brands and innovations shaping this fast-growing space.

It’s a new opportunity to showcase your products in a dedicated environment and connect with buyers, distributors, retailers and foodservice professionals looking for what’s next.

🔎 Discover the Superfood Sector at SIAL Canada: https://sialcanada.com/en/show-sectors/superfood/

🚨 Space in the new pavilion is limited. Secure your spot early and position your brand at the intersection of food, nutrition and health: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

📅 April 27–29, 2027
📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

09/29/2026

⚙️ Canada’s food processing industry is entering a new cycle of investment.

As manufacturers modernize their operations, increase production capacity and expand into new markets, the demand for machinery, automation, technology, packaging and co-manufacturing solutions is growing.

With $150M in public funding available through Food Safety Funds to strengthen food safety and industry resilience, food manufacturers are actively investing in new solutions.

SIAL Canada is where solution providers connect with the companies driving that transformation.

🔎 Discover the Food Processing & Co-Manufacturing sector at SIAL Canada: https://sialcanada.com/en/show-sectors/food-processing/

👉 Don’t miss the Early Bird rate, reserve your booth at SIAL Canada 2027 by October 31: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

📅 April 27 to 29, 2027
📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

09/24/2026

60% of SIAL Canada visitors don’t attend any other Canadian agri-food trade show. 👀

That means exhibiting at SIAL Canada gives your brand access to a unique audience you may not meet anywhere in the country.

Connect with buyers, distributors, retailers, foodservice professionals and industry decision-makers all under one roof.

📣 Planning to exhibit in 2027? Now is the time.

👉 Secure the Early Bird rate before October 31, 2026: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

📅 April 27–29, 2027
📍 Enercare Centre, Toronto

Source: SIAL Canada 2026 Post Show

09/18/2026

🎯 Un salon professionnel, ça se prépare bien avant le jour J!

Comment attirer les bons visiteurs, préparer son équipe, capter efficacement ses prospects et assurer le suivi après le salon ?

Notre conseillère principale Lina Herrera partage ses conseils et bonnes pratiques pour se démarquer et maximiser sa participation à un salon professionnel, à l’occasion d’un webinaire réalisé en collaboration avec le CTAQ.

🎥 Vous l’avez manqué? Visionnez le webinaire en rediffusion :
https://vimeo.com/1227005989/145c504b90?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Merci au CTAQ pour cette belle collaboration! 🤝

Les salons professionnels sont de véritables accélérateurs de visibilité, de notoriété et d’opportunités d’affaires. Dans ce webinaire, découvrez comment optimiser votre présence avant, pendant et après l’événement pour vous démarquer et maximiser votre impact. Au programme : - At...

09/17/2026

🏆 What happens after winning the SIAL Innovation Gold Award?

For Kunana, winner of the 2026 SIAL Innovation Gold Award, the recognition marked an important milestone in the brand’s journey.
💬 “The recognition accelerated conversations with retailers, distributors, and strategic partners, while also increasing consumer curiosity around the brand.” - Santiago Stacey, Chief Banana Officer at Kunana

In an interview with Western Grocer, Santiago Stacey shares the story behind Canada’s first upcycled banana milk, its approach to sustainability, and the impact of winning Gold at SIAL Innovation.

🍎 Launched an innovative CPG product since January 2026?
Your innovation deserves the spotlight. Exhibit at SIAL Canada 2027, enter SIAL Innovation, and get recognized by industry experts for a chance to win an award: https://sialcanada.com/en/request-form/

🏆 Showcase. Compete. Get recognized.

09/03/2026

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[Partner communication]
Atlantic Canada’s food and beverage industry is thinking BIG.

The 2026 FBA Conference & Awards is bringing processors, retailers, suppliers, industry leaders and partners from across the region together to share practical insights, build meaningful connections and explore what’s next for the industry.

Join Food & Beverage Atlantic October 19–21, 2026 at the Old Orchard Inn in Wolfville, Nova Scotia for three days of learning, networking and industry conversations.

Learn more and register: https://atlanticfood.ca/fba-conference-awards-2026/
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[Communication Partenaire]
L’industrie des aliments et boissons du Canada atlantique voit GRAND.

La conférence et remise de prix 2026 d’Aliments et Boissons Atlantique réunira des transformateurs, des détaillants, des fournisseurs, des leaders de l’industrie et des partenaires de partout dans la région afin de partager des idées concrètes, de créer des liens significatifs et d’explorer l’avenir de l’industrie.

Joignez-vous à Aliments et Boissons Atlantique du 19 au 21 octobre 2026, au Old Orchard Inn à Wolfville, en Nouvelle-Écosse, pour trois jours d’apprentissage, de réseautage et de discussions sur l’industrie.

Pour en savoir plus et vous inscrire : https://atlanticfood.ca/fr/congres-et-prix-2026-daba/