A pitch competition worth $5,000 for the "next great packaged food business" will be one of many highlights from an annual business forum focused on the city's food and beverage industry.
The City of Toronto hosts its annual small business forum Wednesday at Meridian Hall on Front Street to support entrepreneurs and professionals in building and growing local small businesses.
This year’s theme is “Taste of Success: Navigating the World of Food Business.”
“This forum celebrates Toronto's vibrant food scene and our commitment to helping small businesses thrive," Councillor Chris Moise, of Ward 13, Toronto Centre, said in a release.
The full-day, in-person event is free to attend and will feature industry-specific speakers and panel discussions on topics such as scaling food businesses, the latest food trends, growth strategies for alternative operations as well as funding options for food entrepreneurs.
A trade show featuring more than 42 exhibitors including service providers, distributors, suppliers and government agencies will be held at the venue.
There will also be speed mentorship sessions where attendees can seek advice from experts.
More information about the Oct. 30 forum, funded by the province's Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, is available here.
