The Big Picture
Our country has the potential to be an agri-food powerhouse; harnessing innovations to allow Canada to produce more food with fewer emissions is a massive opportunity for our country.
To do this, we need a pan-Canadian platform that supports startups, scale-ups, and industry partners to enhance sustainable food system solutions.
Our National Network
SF4C brings together a broad network of universities, colleges, Indigenous organizations, accelerators, funders, and global partners. With regional nodes across Canada (Indigenous, French, Innovation, and Experiential) our platform connects expertise nationwide to strengthen innovation, training, and sustainable food systems.
These partner organizations contribute knowledge, resources, and leadership.
SF4C at a Glance
THREE PILLARS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT
A co-op and micro credential training platform for industry-specific skills.
Draws on existing educational materials from the network, and develops new materials in response to industry demand.
Provides workplace experience and interdisciplinary training for postsecondary students and adult learners.
A platform for interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral networking events.
Connects innovators through events, workshops, and other initiatives that address cross-cutting themes and barriers.
Establishes sector-wide communities of practice to improve efficiency and co-create a shared knowledge base.
A mentorship and concierge service for connecting innovators with experienced mentors and industry leaders.
Guides participants to SF4C resources and existing programs within the innovation ecosystem.
Increases the success of businesses growing from research to market.
Why Get Involved?
Find Courses and Training for in-demand skills!
If you are an entrepreneur, student, or seeking further career development, SF4C’s national Micro-Credentials and industry-led challenges offer the chance to increase your skills, foster impactful connections, and build stronger businesses!
Train Future Ag-Tech Leaders through experiential education and mentorship!
Experts and educators, mentors and coaches, we want to work with you! Your skills, training, and teaching can expand through our national audience and shape the success of future innovators in agri-food.
Share your challenges, get involved in real-time solutions!
We are looking to farmers, to industry leaders, and to policy makers to inform the most pressing challenges facing agri-food innovation. The work starts here to build sustainable and innovative solutions together.
Convene conversations and show your commitment across the agri-food sector!
We are calling all champions of agri-food innovation to join us building the system of support that will help us realize Canada’s potential. Host a challenge, sponsor an event, create a pathway for growth and change in this critical sector!
Why Get Involved?
Find Courses and Training for in-demand skills!
If you are an entrepreneur, student, or seeking further career development, SF4C’s national Micro-Credentials and industry-led challenges offer the chance to increase your skills, foster impactful connections, and build stronger businesses!
Train Future Ag-Tech Leaders through experiential education and mentorship!
Experts and educators, mentors and coaches, we want to work with you! Your skills, training, and teaching can expand through our national audience and shape the success of future innovators in agri-food.
Share your challenges, get involved in real-time solutions!
We are looking to farmers, to industry leaders, and to policy makers to inform the most pressing challenges facing agri-food innovation. The work starts here to build sustainable and innovative solutions together.
Convene conversations and show your commitment across the agri-food sector!
We are calling all champions of agri-food innovation to join us building the system of support that will help us realize Canada’s potential. Host a challenge, sponsor an event, create a pathway for growth and change in this critical sector!
