Cluster
- Canada’s Natural Product Innovation Cluster develops high-potential opportunities that address the growing global demand for naturally-derived products and services.
Join the Cluster
- The Cluster connects you to innovators, industry leaders, investors and others focused on the exponential market potential of natural products¹. Select a title from the right to see how membership in the Cluster can benefit you, or read this article to learn more.
¹ Natural products include naturally-derived solutions in nutrition and natural health products; functional food and feed additives; bioproducts including biochemicals and bioplastics; water treatment and waste streams; agri-tech and value-added agriculture; biotech and clean tech.
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SME or Start-Up
Gain access to strategic Commercialization Programs, showcase your product or technology to corporate partners, attract investors and capital, and much more.
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Researcher or Research Institute
Gain access to strategic Commercialization Programs, showcase your product or technology to corporate partners, attract investors and capital, and much more.
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Large Corporations
Find innovative natural products and technologies—and the networks and resources to develop and de-risk them—at a fraction of the cost of running a traditional innovation department.
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Investor
Find a pipeline of screened opportunities in natural products and technologies, as well as the experienced partners and trusted resources to develop and de-risk your investment.
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Innovation Support
Membership in Canada’s Natural Product Innovation Cluster keeps you close to the thought leaders, the up-and-comers, and the news and events that are shaping the future of natural products in Canada.
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Collaborate
We’re Stronger Together
Canada’s Natural Product Innovation Cluster is strategically resourced to foster connections and collaboration among its members.
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Innovation Hub
The Hub brings innovators, industry and investors together through an online database, investor meetings, and opportunity calls.
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Commercialization Programs
These strategic programs provide insights, support and services to help innovative solutions and products reach their full potential.
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Custom Scouting
Corporations can access specific solutions from Canada’s business and research community through private innovation scouting services.
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Industry Reports
Exclusive reports include research discoveries, investments, emerging companies, acquisitions and much more to help you stay in the know.
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Investment Fund
A dedicated fund for early stage opportunities in natural products, backed by expertise and resources to develop and de-risk investments.
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