YSpace is proud to introduce the ventures selected for this year’s Food & Beverage Investment Program cohort! This 6-month initiative, funded by NRC IRAP through the CTO program, is designed to help high-potential CPG, AgTech, and FoodTech companies scale their operations and become investment ready. Meet the innovative founders working to shape the future of food below!
Aeonix Farms builds cost-effective indoor farming systems capable of growing over 140 crops year-round using recyclable materials. Their technology reduces dependency on long supply chains and ensures fresh, affordable food in any location.
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GreenVeil's biodegradable and antimicrobial packaging and agri-solutions are made from natural biopolymers and Ontario-sourced minerals. Their products include antimicrobial zip bags, wrap films, fruit and vegetable coatings, fresh produce bags, and agriculture-grade items, engineered to extend food shelf life, reduce spoilage and contamination, and replace petroleum-based plastics
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oomé is a premium smoked tofu company. Their products are ready to eat, naturally smoked, and locally processed that can be tossed into your salad, placed on a charcuterie board, or added to your sandwiches with no additional preparation.
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Plant Up operates at the intersection of flavor, functionality, and accessibility, creating high-protein, plant-based snacks and globally inspired frozen foods. Their model is built on four pillars—Plants, Innovation, Flavor, and Functionality—leveraging Canadian-grown crops and local manufacturing.
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Rizo Radiance is pioneering drinkable skincare with collagen-infused iced teas—delivering beauty in a delicious, ready-to-drink format. Our drinks (5g marine collagen, 30 cal) blend the efficacy of supplements, convenience of RTD, and purpose of skincare, making beauty accessible to all through natural, functional foods.
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Samick's Food Inc specializes in the development and manufacturing of fresh and frozen entrees and handhelds, as well as produce soups, salads, wontons and proteins. Their plant is SQF level 3 certified, CFIA licensed with the ability to export meat and non meat products to the USA. In the past, their business has focused on private label and co-packing for many of Canada's major retailers and food service providers. Recently, they have launched their in house brand, La Case Rosa, in No Frills across Canada with opportunity to put into other retailers.
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Siip's instant broth stick packs offer clean, high-protein nutrition in a portable format, ideal for modern, health-conscious consumers. These instant sipping broths—chicken, beef, and vegan mushroom—come in portable stick packs that deliver rich flavor and high protein in seconds. Just add hot water—no simmering, no mess. Made with clean, non-GMO, gluten-free ingredients, Siip’s chicken and beef broths are keto-certified and packed with collagen.
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Zero OxTech® is a patented technology, able to reduce global food waste by 99% and provides 200% ROI to its clients by providing a shelf-life for meats of 120+ days. Their technology naturally preserves meat enzymes without the use of chemicals, antibiotics, undesired hormones and harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.
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