emplacementPalais des Congrès, MONTREAL
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April 29th – May 1st, 2026
 
 
 
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SIAL Contests

Innovation is the DNA of SIAL Canada. For more than 15 years, hundreds of companies from all over the world have been taking part in passionate competitions that encourage, celebrate and showcase the most innovative products in the industry.

SIAL Innovation

Discover the latest food innovations at SIAL!

The SIAL Innovation contest highlights products launched on the market since January 2025, which bring something new or different to the Canadian market and have expansion potential. These products must represent emerging trends, create value for their target audience, and inspire other food companies.

Each selected innovation is evaluated based on four aspects: Recipe and composition | Packaging and conditioning | Marketing positioning | Manufacturing process

Come discover the selected products in the showcases of the SIAL Innovation booth and meet the grand winners at the awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 29 at 12:00 AM at Hall Viger, Palais des congrès. Let’s celebrate together the novelties shaping the future of the food industry!

Best Canadian Cheesemonger Competition

Discover who will be elected the Best Canadian Cheesemonger 2026!

The Best Canadian Cheesemonger Competition, organized by SIAL Canada, will return for its 2nd edition on April 29, 2026, in Montreal.

Open to professional cheesemongers from across the country, this national competition celebrates the artisans of the dairy counter who bring fine cheeses to life every day.

Join us on April 29 to discover the future winner!

Start-Up: Pitch Competition

Come discover the innovative and committed new generation of food!

The SIAL Canada Pitch Competition highlights entrepreneurs who have been active for 5 years or less, offering innovative products, technologies, or services in the food and beverage sector. This competition supports solutions that combine commercial performance and environmental responsibility, with strong growth potential in the North American market.

Join us on Thursday, April 30 to support these entrepreneurs! The shortlisted startups will have 3 minutes to present their concept and convince the jury. Come celebrate with us the leaders of tomorrow and their exceptional commitment!