Save the date! Visitors, foodies and journalists will be present to attend and cover the must-attend food event of the year! The 3 Grand winners in 2018 will receive a free space at each of the SIAL network shows and also share a total of $20,000 from NIELSEN.
A WORD FROM DANA MCCAULEY SIAL CANADA 2018 INNOVATION AMBASSADOR

“Innovation in the food sector takes many forms. When reviewing entrants for the SIAL Innovation Awards, I look at every aspect of the product. I’m seeking excellence in execution not just based on taste or branding, but evaluate products based on what they do best. Entries that fill unmet consumer needs; products that offer people ways to narrow the gap between their eating intentions and actions; packaged foods that offer new flavours popularized by chefs and food writers; or, products that utilize packaging and manufacturing systems that make it easier to keep foods fresh longer are all factors that catch my attention.”
SIAL INNOVATION FINALISTS
Organic protein bars made with cricket powder. Seed butters and hemp added for a rich texture.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / composition
TREND
Ecology, Medical, Variety of senses
crickstart.ca
Organic and made of only one ingredient.
Easy to manipulate packaging, allowing conservation at room temperature.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Technology / Manufacturing process / Packaging / Wrapping
TREND
Ecology, Easy to handle, Natural
nextingredients.ca
Made from grass-fed cow’s milk and Canadian-grown fruits. No milk powders or thickeners.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / Composition /Packaging / Wrapping
TREND
Ecology, Slimness, Natural
treeislandyogurt.com
Only one ingredient, unique texture. Organic, GMO and gluten free.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Technology / Manufacturing process / Marketing positioning / Merchandising
TREND
Ecology, Medical, Natural, Vegetal
ewa-bis.com
High protein, low fat snack made of roasted peas (not fried). Rich in fiber and minerals - Nut and gluten free.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Technology / Manufacturing process / Marketing positioning / Merchandising
TREND
Slimness, Natural, Variety of senses
threefarmers.ca
Fresh ready-to-eat salads in a reusable glass jar. Complete meal with proteins; vegetarian and gluten free.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / composition
TREND
Medical, Vegetal
urbanpicnik.com
Technological innovation, result of 15 years of research. Treatment of the salmon meat with natural ferments that kill Listeria bacteria and extend product conservation, while preserving all its qualities.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Technology / manufacturing process / Packaging / Wrapping
TREND
Ecology, Easy to handle, Natural
grizzly.qc.ca
Fruit spreads made with chia seeds instead of pectin, using lime juice instead of acids.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / Composition / Technology / manufacturing process
TREND
Medical, Natural
worldofchia.com
Ready-to-eat meals stable at room temperature. Vegan, gluten-free and rich in fiber.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / Composition /Packaging / Wrapping
TREND
Medical, Variety of senses, Vegetal
cucinaandamore.com

ORGANIC RAW GASPACHOS - IMPRESS FOODS
Organic and raw ready-to-drink soups. Low in sodium, high in fiber.
INNOVATIVE FEATURE
Recipe / Composition / Technology / Manufacturing process
TREND
Ecology, Natural, Sophistication
impressfoods.com
ABOUT SIAL CANADA
SIAL Canada, which includes the SET equipment and technology section, is an integral part of the SIAL network, the leading global network of shows dedicated to the food industry, with seven shows (SIAL Paris, SIAL Canada Montreal, SIAL Canada Toronto, SIAL China, SIAL Middle East, SIAL InterFOOD Jakarta, and the all-new Food India Inspired by SIAL) and brings together 14,000 exhibitors and 330,000 visitors from 200 countries. Established in 2001, SIAL Canada is the fruit of three agencies' labour, all of whom are shareholders in the event: the ADAQ (Association des détaillants en alimentation du Québec), the Agri-Food Export Group Quebec-Canada, and Comexposium.
Visit sialcanada.com for more information on the upcoming Show.