About YODL

Meet YODL

An online community, exclusively for CFIN members.

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Latest Discussions List

  • Hi Francisca, I have connections to NAIT Centre for Culinary Innovation. That would be as close to your back yard as possible, I guess. Do you want an introduction? ------------------------------ ...

  • Hi Francisca, I've worked with several brands in this space - commercial and funding side, not technical or product development. Not pitching or trying to sell you on what we do, but think it might ...

  • Hello, My name is Francisca Bvindi , and I am currently in the early development stages of a premium consumer product within the functional beverage space. I am reaching out through the CFIN network ...

  • Hi All, We offer a range of açaí-based and superfood-driven products, developed to cater to the growing demand for healthy, natural, and functional food options across retail and food service segments. ...

  • Hi All, We offer a range of consumer-ready sugar substitute products designed for everyday use and retail markets. Product Range Includes: – Table-top sweeteners (sachets / powder ...

What is YODL?

An interactive, self-serve platform that connects CFIN members to new ideas, partners, funding, and resources to grow their business and increase their innovation capacity.

What can I do on YODL?

CFIN members can access daily content, find new partners, and discover valuable resources. You can also find information about CFIN programs, events, members and staff – including our five Regional Innovation Directors who are eager to connect with food innovators in their regions!

Why does YODL exist?

When CFIN conducted focus groups in 2020, we received a loud and clear message from food professionals that finding innovation resources and collaboration partners was too hard. YODL is our solution to this challenge and our way of bringing Canada’s vast and diverse food sector together under one (digital) roof.

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