Thank you to our 2025 event sponsors
Grounded Innovation 2.0
You're invited to Grounded Innovation 2.0
This year's summit invites dynamic entrepreneurs, industry leaders, policymakers, associations, academics, and students to shape the future of British Columbia’s agri-technology ecosystem. Participants will be the first to collaborate on visioning the next steps for Sustainable Food Systems for Canada (SF4C), a $16.2 million federally funded national program focused on agrifood innovation and entrepreneurship.
Join us to celebrate this pivotal moment with the launch of SF4C! Collaborate on shaping the future of agri-food innovation in Canada, and network meaningfully with delicious local foods.
Event details
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
| Morning Conference Session (8:30 - 1pm) | |
| 9 am | Opening and Keynote |
| 10 am | Panel 1 & 2 Discussions/Q & A |
| 12 pm | Lunch |
| Afternoon Session (1 - 5 pm) | |
| 1 pm | Panel 3 Discussion/Q & A |
| 2 pm | Emergency National Food Security Summit |
| 4:30 pm | Closing |
Location
Building A, Hall 1100
UFV Chilliwack Campus
45190 Caen Avenue
Cost
There is no cost to attend this event,
but we do ask you that you register.
2025 Event Features
Inspiring panels & keynotes
Keynote speakers
Hear from SF4C national co-chairs Dr. Lenore Newman, Director of the Food and Agriculture Institute at UFV, and Dr. Evan Fraser, Director of the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph, who will deliver the keynote address.
Interactive panels
Experience an inspiring lineup of panels featuring leading experts and moderators tackling key topics in agri-food innovation. Participate in interactive panel sessions where your input helps shape the future.
Emergency National Food Security Summit
In response to the changes in cross-border trade and the uncertainties affecting our sector, the day will conclude with an Emergency National Food Security Summit. Maximizing the opportunity with experts and decision-makers in attendance, the summit will focus on the most pressing issues, fostering collaboration to develop solutions and outline actionable steps forward.