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Expression of Interest deadline was April 7, 2025; Full Application deadline was May 26, 2025. Both dates are in the past as of May 2026.
FoodTech Next Program is sponsored by Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN). The FoodTech Next Program supports early-stage Canadian technology firms who seek to be part of or sell to the wider food industry.
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Programs - Canadian Food Innovation Network Skip auxiliary navigation (Press Enter). Foodtech Next is a unique funding opportunity for early-stage Canadian technology firms who seek to be part of -- or sell to -- the wider food industry. The program allows companies to demonstrate and pilot their innovation in operational environments to prove their solutions and validate the return on investment for the food sector.
The overarching goal of Foodtech Next is to accelerate the commercialization of Canadian innovation by generating first demonstration opportunities. To qualify for funding, all project proposals for any call must be: Submitted by Canadian incorporated businesses with less than $1M in annual sales in their most recently completed fiscal year.
Seeking to demonstrate innovations between a technology readiness level of 4 to 7, with ideal projects ending in system prototype demonstration in an operational environment (TRL of 7). Focused on a post-farm gate solution (CFIN will not cover agricultural production activities).
The total eligible project costs must be between $200,000 and $500,000, and the maximum level of matching funding from CFIN will be 50% of total eligible project costs, or $250,000. Funding will be provided on a reimbursement basis and CFIN will require a non-refundable project management fee of 5% of total project costs eligible for CFIN funding.
Intake Opens for Expression of Interest: February 24, 2025 Expression of Interest Deadline: April 7, 2025 Full Application Deadline: May 26, 2025 Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm local time on the deadline date. All applicants must register for a free CFIN membership through www. cfin-rcia.
ca . Frequently Asked Questions: https://www. cfin-rcia.
ca/programs/program-faqs Foodtech Next Program Guide - English Alimentech Next Guide du Programme - Français Info Session Presentation - ENG Info Session Presentation - FR Discover. Innovate. Grow.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Must be a Canadian incorporated business. Early-stage Canadian technology firms that seek to be part of or sell to the wider food industry. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $250,000. Total eligible costs must be between $200,000 and $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
FoodTech Next Program is funded by Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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