On Friday, September 25, eight emerging Canadian brands will pitch their products to a panel of industry judges for the title of Most Innovative Product and a prize package valued at more than $25,000. Ahead of the live competition, In Conversation With Bruce W. Cole shared videos featuring each finalist. Get to know the brands before they take the stage.
Abieze is bringing Camelina Black Soap, a versatile liquid soap made from vegetable oils.
Her Dailys is pitching Complete Peri + Menopause Multi, a daily drink formulated to support women through perimenopause and menopause.
MOOZ is showcasing a natural deodorant made with active probiotics.
Pod Squad Snacks is bringing Mini Waffle Crisps made with organic beans, whole-grain oats and flax seeds.
Snackish is pitching Best Dressed Chips, potato chips with 13 grams of protein and gut-friendly fibre.
Stealthy Foods is showcasing frozen, single-serve sauce pucks that blend vegetables with protein.
Suna Wellness is bringing ceremonial matcha blended with protein and marine collagen.
Tocha is pitching spiced sauces that bring flavour to everyday meals without the heat of a traditional hot sauce.
Each finalist will have two minutes to make their pitch, followed by questions from the judges. It’s a chance to see the products, meet the people behind them and hear where they hope to take their businesses next.
Join us for CHFA Launch Pad live on Friday, September 25 at 5 p.m., at the Automotive Building at Exhibition Place during CHFA NOW Toronto. Watch the videos above, then come cheer on the finalists in person.
**CHFA NOW registration is required to attend. CHFA Launch Pad is open to all CHFA NOW attendee and exhibitor badge types. Conference Pass is not required.