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Maximizing growth in naturally-derived products, technologies and services
Canada has a Role to Play
Canada has incredible potential to play a powerful role in the development of sustainable, natural solutions that can be applied to a broad range of sectors. Natural Products Canada (NPC) exists to help Canada realize that potential.
What We Do
NPC works with a wide range of partners to identify and develop innovative natural solutions that can meet the growing global demand.
How We Do It
We are the driving force behind Canada’s Natural Product Innovation Cluster, providing support, guidance, introductions, programs and investment.
Who We Are
We are a results-driven, commercialization-focused organization with a strong network across Canada and around the world.
How We Support The Cluster
NPC designs all of its programs, services and initiatives to meet the needs of the members of the Cluster.
Commercialization Programs
NPC offers strategic advice, guidance and programs to address key challenges of high-potential innovative natural products. This directly meets the needs of start-ups, SME and research institutes, but it also provides a steady pipeline of innovative opportunities to corporations and investors looking to build their portfolios in these areas.
Innovation Hub
NPC facilitates meaningful interactions and information-exchange between the various members of the Cluster through the Innovation Hub. NPC works with a range of partners to provide Investor Meetings, Virtual Pitch Events, Open Innovation Calls, Industry Reports, networking events, webinars, and more.
Investment Fund
NPC recognizes the untapped potential in Canadian natural product innovations. It manages an investment fund dedicated to helping those opportunities meet their growth objectives. The NPC team and Board of Directors work to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each opportunity, and provide advice, introductions or program support to address and mitigate investment risk. NPC also works closely with Canadian and international investors to introduce these opportunities, and support them in their due diligence and de-risking, which may include co-investment where appropriate.
Cluster-Building Activities
Our Cluster-Building Activities tackle issues that impact multiple players, and require input from diverse stakeholders to produce coordinated results for a sector or subsector.
Upcoming Events
News
Pitch Decks for Start-Up Showcase
Thanks for your interest in the Start-Up Showcase. You can find all of the presentation decks and the videos from each event below.
Scaling for growth: insights from BDC
One of the ways NPC helps Canadian companies achieve their potential is by linking them to important resources across the country….
NPC releases snapshot of Canada’s natural and functional food landscape
Natural Products Canada is pleased to present a snapshot of Canada’s natural nutrition industry. Game Changers: Companies, products…
NPC program helps pasta maker expand US presence
Chickapea is one of the latest recipients of NPC’s Executive Talent Program, a unique source of funding that fills critical gaps in t…
NPC announces 2021 virtual pitch events
NPC is pleased to announce new opportunities to connect Canadian innovations with investors, corporations and other strategic partn…
A clear plan for social media selling success
Now more than ever, you need to leverage social for your business
The world of social media can be …
Changes to NPC Commercialization Programs
Increased funding limits and easing of repayable amounts
NPC is pleased to announce changes to its Commercialization Programs in lig…
Investment opportunities in the insect industry
A panel of experts discuss the opportunities and challenges in the quickly evolving insect industry
The concept of insects as a …
Presentations for November 19
Thanks for your interest in the Natural Pet Products Virtual Pitch event. The companies did an excellent job.
And many thanks to Pa…
The Artful Science of Pitching
Coach/advisor/investor reveals the key elements of presenting your business plan to attract capital and strategic partners
Growing a business in a pandemic
Three start-ups share lessons on raising capital, landing deals and looking after their teams and communities during COVID-19
Virtual meeting creates real connections
Our 4th annual Investor Meeting with Nutrition Capital Network looked a little different than previous editions, but the commitment to …
Natural Products Canada and Nutrition Capital Network host 4th annual investor meeting
Virtual investor meeting showcases 15 Canadian investment opportunities in food and nutrition
Natural Products Canada and Nutrition …
NPC helps five Canadian companies pursue growth plans during COVID-19
Businesses create natural products to address a range of challenges including health and animal health and bioplastics
NPC participates in Partake’s $4M raise
Natural Products Canada (NPC) is pleased to announce it has invested in Partake Brewing, an award-winning non-alcoholic craft beer.
Canadian Coalition for COVID-19 releases 51 promising nanobodies
Coalition uses ‘open source biology’ to attract global collaborators
A coalition of Canadian companies has published 51 an…
Building a Brand Strategy
Dan Schmitt is a veteran of the CPG world who has launched over 200 brands. NPC was very pleased to host Dan for a webinar filled w…
Research centre offers full meal deal for innovators
A high-tech research facility provides the expertise, equipment and more to help bio-based product developers
The Bio-Industrial Pro…
Having your HR house in order is key to risk management
Clear and complete HR tools and policies can alleviate costly risks to your business and make your company more attractive to funders a…
Getting Maximum IP From R&D
For many companies, a strong IP portfolio that covers key markets is their most valuable asset. Noel Courage and Don Bocchinfus…