Upcoming Seminars
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Scale Smart: Commercialization for Food Founders
Nov 5, 2026 @ 11:00 AM
Scaling Operations Without Breaking the Business
Focus: Practical systems, documentation, and decision-making for growth.
First Batch to First Sale GATE Entrepreneurship Week Webinar
Nov 19, 2026 @ 12:00 PM
What does it take to grow a food business from a new idea to an established brand? Join us for First Batch to First Sale, a panel discussion featuring food entrepreneurs at different stages of their business journeys. From getting started at farmers' markets to building an established brand and navigating the challenges in between, our panelists will share their experiences, lessons learned, and insights on growing a food business.
Fueling Agri-Food Innovation: How BDC Can Support Startups and Growing Businesses
Date: December 3, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. Saskatchewan time / 11 a.m. ET
Location: Online via Zoom
Presented by: BDC and FEAD Canada
Building a successful agri-food business takes more than a great product. Join BDC and FEAD Canada for a practical webinar with Laurentiu (Laurence) Zaharia, Senior Account Manager at the Business Development Bank of Canada.
Learn how to prepare for financing, what lenders look for when evaluating your business and project, and how to choose financing for different stages of growth. Explore BDC’s financing solutions, advisory services, and resources to help strengthen your business.
Whether you’re developing your first product, launching a venture, or expanding an existing food and beverage business, this session will help you approach financing with greater confidence. Bring your questions for the closing Q&A.