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MEET + NETWORK + LEARN FROM: TAKE AWAY KEY STRATEGIES FOR:

Tom Graham, Domestic Inspection Division, Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Miriam Maxwell, Senior Principal Regulatory Scientist,Ocean Spray Cranberries

Vaneska Mattos,Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety,Tim Hortons

Robert Trudel,Director, Quality Assurance & Sustainability,Bento Sushi

Rebecca Buckner,FSMA Chief Imple-mentation Manager,Food & Drug Administration

Chinedu Ogbonna, Regulatory Specialist, Champion Petfoods

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HEAR DIRECTLY FROM

CFIA

& FDA7th AnnualStrategy Institute presents the

TUESDAY October 18th & WEDNESDAY October 19th, 2016 TORONTO AIRPORT MARRIOTT

Critical insight from the CFIA, FDA and top industry leaders to ensure compliance and avoid fines.

7th Annual

Register today by calling 1-866-298-9343 x 200

Welcome to Canada’s premier

conference on food regulation

and quality assurance.

With revolutionary changes to the Safe Food for Canadians

Act due to arrive this fall, it is more crucial than ever to

stay ahead of the curve and develop innovative regulatory

approaches. Connect with top CFIA and FDA officials at

this prestigious event to build your comprehensive food

regulation strategy.

Avoid penalties, minimize red tape, and exceed compliance

expectations with premium insight from Canada’s most

prominent industry leaders. Increase efficiency and

save time and money with innovative solutions to your

regulatory challenges.

We look forward to you joining us for two days of

networking, exclusive case studies, and cutting-edge

compliance techniques.

Your Food Regulatory & Quality Assurance Team,

Strategy Institute

New This Year

• CFIA & FDA: Breaking updates on new regulation

• Labeling and SME Compliance: Specialized advice workshops

• Insight on Specific Industries: Meat, Produce, Pet food + more

• Natural Claims and Labeling: Interactive sessions

• More Exclusive Case Studies from Leading Brands than Ever Before

• Our Most Diverse Speaker Faculty Ever: Experts from top retailers, chain restaurants, major global brands, and small businesses

Event In Numbers:

20+Hours of networking opportunities

Case studies, panels and interactive sessions

Speakers15+ 100+

Attendees

25+

Meet + Network + Learn From:

Register today at www.foodregulationcanada.com

POST CONFERENCEMASTER-CLASS WORKSHOPS

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop A:

Navigating Food Regulation for SMEsSmall businesses frequently struggle to identify and comply with the high number of regulatory requirements in the food sector. Translate complex regulations into actionable policies for your business. Streamline your regulatory burden and meet compliance standards. Develop a comprehensive plan to:

1. Cut through regulatory red tape from governments and certifiers2. Choose the right certifications to bolster your company’s reputation3. Collaborate with other SMEs and share compliance resources4. Locate high quality and compliant ingredient suppliers5. Comply with interprovincial and international regulations6. Clarify what auditors are searching for

Develop a powerful action plan for breaking down regulatory barriers to grow your business.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Workshop B:

Responding to Labeling Legislation Acquire cutting-edge techniques to comply with the latest labeling requirements, from updated standards for Nutritional Facts Tables to new indicators for added sugars. Ask pressing questions and receive specific, in-depth answers tailored to your business’s individual needs. During this intensive master class, you will:

1. Anticipate upcoming regulatory changes and public trends2. Perfect your knowledge in health and nutrition claims3. Create labels that balance compliance with consumer appeal4. Acquire innovative techniques for collaboration with your

marketing department

Forecast labeling trends and prepare to meet regulatory standards and popular demand.

Sofia Megna, Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Maple Leaf Foods

Thursday, October 20th, 2016

Mandy D’Autremont, Senior Policy Analyst, Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Lisa Dyck, Owner & Founder, Cornell Creme

10 Key Take Aways: 1. New SFCA Standards: Comply with the latest rules

2. Recent FSMA Updates: Meet FDA guidelines

3. Certification: Exceed compliance standards

4. Clean Labels: Stay up-to-date with industry trends

5. Export Regulation: International regulatory insights

6. Supplier Verification: Combat food fraud

7. GMO Labeling: Clarify your responsibilities

8. Red Tape: Improve your processes

9. Funding: Source a financial framework

10. Social Media: Address consumer advocacy campaigns

Register Today!Space Is Limited and Sure To Sell Out

Save your spot now for Canada’s largest conversation on changing regulations and quality assurance improvements.

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[email protected]

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Some of Our Past AttendeesA&W Food Services of Canada • Agriculture Union • AGT Foods & Ingredients • Bell Flavors & Fragrances • Bento Nouveau • Biscuits Leclerc Ltd. • BlueWater Seafoods • Burnbrae Farms • Campbell Soup • Cara Operations • Chudleigh’s • Clover Leaf Foods • Commercial Bakeries Corp. • Dairy Farmers of Ontario • Dominion Citrus • Downey Potato Farm • Dufflet Pastries • Egg Farmers of Canada • Embassy Flavours Ltd. • French’s Food Company • Furlani’s Food Corp. • Gate Gourmet • Give & Go Prepared Foods • Grand River Foods • Hershey Canada • International Cheese Company • International Sugars • Jan K. Overweel • Kellogg Canada • Kisko Products • Kraft Canada • La Rocca • Lallemand Inc. • Loblaw Company Ltd. • Longo’s • Maple Leaf Foods • Mastronardi Produce • McCain Foods Ltd. • Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee • Piller’s Fine Foods •

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2:00 PM Industry Expert: Funding

Acquire New Funding for Your Regulatory Program and Invest in the Latest Best PracticesLocating the funding to develop a truly innovative regulatory program can be a challenge. Apply new approaches to finance your company’s regulatory operations. Master the skills required to:• Connect with funding opportunities in your sector• Maximize financial backing to accomplish your team’s goals• Create a sustainable, secure financing framework for your departmentStrengthen your regulatory team’s capabilities and discover ongoing, stable funding sources.

Harry Singh, Director – Central Canada, Ayming

Jim Kourtis, Manager—Finance and Innovation Performance, Ayming

7:45 AM Registration and Breakfast

8:15 AM Opening Remarks from the Chair

Hussain, Manager of Audit Services, Intertek

8:30 AM Keynote Address

Be Aware of Changing Regulations and Keep Your Company CompliantThe new Liberal government has promised bold action for Canada’s food industry. Optimize your compliance practices for a new era of regulation. Walk away with insight on how to:

• Anticipate upcoming regulatory changes• Demystify the government’s action plan• Develop innovative compliance solutions

Discover the government’s blueprint for your future and adapt your compliance plans.

9:00 AM Regulatory Updates: CFIA

Master the Latest Regulatory Updates and Prepare for the Safe Food for Canadians ActThis year, the CFIA introduced the first major updates to Canadian food regulation in decades. Clarify what you must do to comply with these sweeping changes and avoid penalty. Bolster your company’s ability to:

• Exceed SFCA standards and meet compliance deadlines• Design practical strategies for quality assurance• Reduce the risk of penalties and protect your brand’s reputation

Improve your understanding of new CFIA regulations with critical insight straight from the source.

Tom Graham, Director, Domestic Inspection Division, Canadian Food Inspection Agency

DAY 1 - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18TH, 2016

10:45 AM Case Study: Food Fraud

Preserve Your Brand’s Reputation and Strengthen Your Ability to Fight Food FraudFraud is rampant in today’s food industry. Nearly 70% of seafood products and 60% of meat products are mislabelled due to counterfeiting. Protect every step of your supply chain from fraudulent claims to preserve trust in your brand’s reputation. Adopt best practices to:

• Source authentic, high-quality ingredients• Combat fraud with anti-counterfeiting packaging• Harness the power of DNA and radiation testing

Maintain your brand’s integrity and fight counterfeiting in your supply chain.

Robert Trudel, Director, Quality Assurance & Sustainability, Bento Sushi

1:30 PM Interactive Session: Clean Label

Stay Up to Date With Clean Label TrendsGovernment guidelines for clean labeling remain unclear. Bloggers and consumer advocates have led the discussion on how to best define a "clean label.” Stay up to date with consumer trends and enrich your approach to clean labeling. Source practical tips to:

• Develop a clean label approach within your company• Ensure your clean labels meet government and case law standards• Collaborate with your R&D team to simplify recipes and formulas

Capitalize on the growing clean label movement.

Facilitator Yavisha Nayiager, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Sobeys

9:45 AM Speed Networking Meet thinkers and trailblazers in food regulation. Break the ice and get to know fellow compliance executives during quick three-minute rotations. Start your day off by making the right connections and gain exclusive knowledge!

10:15 AM Morning Break

12:15 PM Networking Luncheon

11:15 AM Case Study: GMOs

Clarify the Policy Implications of New GMO Labeling LegislationIn the summer of 2016, Vermont adopts North America’s first legal requirements for GMO labeling. Adapt to rapidly shifting industry best practices and perfect your approach to GMO labeling. Return to your office with strategies to:

• Obtain GMO certification from the most reputable bodies• Increase consumer confidence with strong GMO claims• Anticipate shifts in legislation and industry standards

Prepare your company for success in GMO regulation.

Miriam Maxwell, Senior Principal Regulatory Scientist, Ocean Spray Cranberries

11:45 AM Case Study: Natural Claims

Meet Legal Requirements and Win New Customers with Strong Natural ClaimsConsumers want healthier products, with natural ingredients and minimal processing. Comply with the most up-to-date regulations for natural claims. Take away practical tips to:

• Meet rising customer demand for healthy, natural products• Strengthen the integrity of your natural claims• Grasp the finer points of labeling requirements for natural ingredients

Improve compliance and increase consumer trust in your brand with strong natural claims.

Facilitator Chinedu Ogbonna, Regulatory Specialist, Champion Petfoods



4:00 PM Industry Expert: Telus + Digi

Advance Your Compliance Initiatives with Wireless Food Temperature MonitoringEnsuring food safety and managing compliance has traditionally been a manual paper-based process that, if not well done, can result in revenue loss and brand risk. Today, businesses can leverage an automated temperature monitoring system to confirm compliance and drive operational efficiencies. Discover a better way to:

• Monitor food temperature and humidity in real-time and auto-mate log keeping

• Take preventive action and reduce food spoilage• Automate manual processes with an electronic task manage-

ment workflow Go wireless to support food safety and compliance.

Colin Warkentin, Vice-President, Digi Cold Chain

Robin Mascarenhas, Product Manager, IoT Solutions, TELUS

7:45 AM Registration and Breakfast

8:15 AM Opening Remarks from the Chair

Showkat Hussain, Manager of Audit Services Intertek

DAY 2 - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19TH, 2016

3:00 PM Afternoon Break

2:30 PM Case Study: Recalls

Master Compliance Techniques to Skillfully Navigate Recall SituationsRecalls damage your brand’s integrity and cause serious compliance headaches. Improve your ability to comply with regulatory standards and ensure your company emerges from recall situations unscathed. Adopt industry best practices to:

• Prevent the conditions that lead to recall situations• Follow governmental regulatory standards during recalls• Rebuild public trust in the wake of a recall

Give your compliance team the tools to efficiently and effectively deal with recalls.

Lauren DiMenna, Regulatory Affairs, CFIA Lead, Kraft Heinz Company

8:30 AM Special Address: FSMA

Plan for the Future of FSMA and Ensure Your Compliance in the United StatesThe Food Safety Modernization Act is the most comprehensive reform of food regulation in American history. Improve compliance and clarify your questions about the finer points of FSMA. Walk away with specific solutions to:

• Link new Canadian regulation to FSMA requirements• Enrich your understanding of changes in FSMA enforcement• Meet the FDA’s deadlines for compliance

Improve your capacity to meet and exceed FSMA standards.

Rebecca Buckner, FSMA Chief Implementation Manager, Food & Drug Administration

9:15 AM Case Study: Supplier Quality

Achieve Higher Standards of Supplier Quality to Guarantee the Integrity of Your ProductsAs customers call for greater transparency in the food industry, sourcing high-quality suppliers is more important than ever. Discover the right suppliers to support your company’s ambitious compliance plans. Take away a blueprint to:

• Identify your company’s unique needs for supplier recruitment• Work with suppliers to develop best practices• Audit suppliers to ensure compliance with your standards

Improve your company’s compliance practices and identify the best suppliers for your brand.

Vaneska Mattos, Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety, Tim Hortons

9:45 AM Case Study: Red Tape

Find the Best Regulatory Approach for Your BusinessToo often, regulators enforce rules with a “one size fits all” approach. Large corporations and small and medium-sized enterprises alike must contend with identical sets of rules. Navigate the regulatory process and understand the policy implications of “one size fits all” standards. Create a roadmap for your company to:

• Cut through red tape with the resources available to you• Enact practical reforms to ease your business’s regulatory burden• Open collaboration between established brands and small innovators

Adapt to universal regulatory standards and implement new processes at your organization.

Mandy D’Autremont, Senior Policy Analyst, Canadian Federation of Independent Business

3:30 PM Case Study: Supporting Canadian Communities

Transform Your Company’s Regulatory Impact on Canadian Communities and Avoid Consumer PenaltyLeamington, ON, the “tomato capital of Canada,” found itself in headlines after a plant closure erupted in regulatory controversy. Avoid consumer backlash and enrich your company’s connections to Canadian communities. Adopt best practices to:

• Embrace compliance standards while supporting Canadian industry

• Prioritize Canadian food processors to avoid regulatory controversy• Appeal to Canadian consumers who value products grown

“at home”Discover why “food patriotism” is vital to your company’s regulatory success.

John Paterson, Mayor, Township of Leamington


4:30 PM Reception Don’t miss this exclusive end-of-day gathering with conference speakers and attendees! Unwind, mingle, and build relationships that will benefit you in the years to come.

3:30 PM Interactive: Start, Stop, Continue The afternoon will wrap up with a discussion on what to start, what to stop and what to continue doing in your organization.

Showkat Hussain Facilitator Manager of Audit Services, Intertek

2:45 PM Power Panel: Exports

Expand Your Brand Abroad By Mastering the Maze of International RegulationNavigating complex international regulatory requirements can be daunting. Apply new approaches to solve your most frustrating export challenges. Walk away with concrete strategies to:

• Break down barriers to global trade• Meet requirements in international markets• Reduce your current regulatory load

Increase your revenues and improve your compliance techniques beyond the border.

Lindsey Lebert, HACCP & Regulatory Coordinator, Conestoga Meats

Chinedu Ogbonna, Regulatory Specialist, Champion Petfoods

Martin Galan, Canadian Technical Services Director, CCCSI/PSSI, Sanitation Specialists

1:15 PM Industry Expert Panel: Certification

Stay Ahead of the Competition with Certification and Demonstrate Your Commitment to ComplianceCertification reassures customers of your product’s quality. Identify the most respected certifying bodies in the food industry and develop bold new strategies to improve compliance. Master the success factors to:

• Exceed international compliance standards• Strengthen customers’ trust in your brand• Build a rigorous, comprehensive

regulatory system

Gain prestigious certifications and outperform your competitors.


Katija Morley, Business Unit Manager, Agriculture, North America NSF

Todd Mitchell, Vice President of Technical Services, CCCSI/PSSI, Sanitation SpecialistsCynthia Kupper, CEO, Gluten Intolerance Group

11:15 AM Power Panel: Social Media

Educate Customers About Compliance with Innovative Social Media Strategies and Instill Consumer ConfidenceConsumer advocates are adept at organizing online campaigns to air concerns about regulatory issues. Respond to your customers’ compliance concerns quickly and thoroughly, and win new customers. Source your plan of action to:

• Educate customers about compliance via your social media channels• Address consumer advocacy campaigns efficiently and effectively• Correct online myths and rumours about food regulation

Reduce the risk of negative online campaigns.


Julie Miguel, Freelance Media Specialist

Nigel Henry, Senior Manager of Restaurant Excellence, Yum! Restaurants Canada


10:15 AM Morning Break

2:15 PM Afternoon Break

4:00 PM Conference Adjourns

12:00 PM Networking Luncheon

10:45 AM Industry Expert: JustFoodERP

Leverage Technology in Your Food Regulatory Processes to Ensure ComplianceTechnology plays a crucial role in the management of your food regulatory and compliance efforts. Utilize an enterprise resource-planning tool to improve organization and efficiently control your regulatory obligations. Source solutions to:

• Seamlessly integrate a compliance management system• Employ traceability solutions to be recall ready• Expand the way you work with vendors

Utilize ERP technology to efficiently manage your compliance duties.

Oliver Lamaca Account Manager, JustFoodERPJohn Schoeler Marketing Programs Manager, JustFoodERP

1:45 PM Case Study: Humane Certification

Protect Your Brand’s Integrity with Humane CertificationCertified Humane labels are an attractive opportunity to make customers aware of your company’s commitment to ethical practice. Ensure your brand resonates with ethically-minded consumers. Adopt an action plan to:

• Improve your company’s approach to humane practice• Ensure genuinely impactful and socially responsible compliance• Navigate unclear definitions of “humane”

Comply with rigorous humane certification guidelines and promote socially responsible corporate policy.

Adele Douglass, Executive Director, Humane Farm Animal Care

Connect with Top Food Regulatory & QA Professionals Showcase your solutions and services

EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT CANADA’S LARGEST FOOD REGULATORY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE FORUM. Meet industry leaders from food processors, chain restaurants, and grocery retailers across Canada. Demonstrate your leadership and promote your products and services to an attentive audience.

TOP 5 REASONS TO SPONSOR

1. Establish Your Leadership in Regulation

2. Generate New, Quality Leads at Canada’s Largest Food Event

3. Promote Your Products and Services

4. Increase Brand Recognition

5. Network and Forge Key Relationships

*Limited exhibit space and sponsorship packages are available.

Audience Breakdown

63% Food Manufacturers, Processors, Retail and Distributors

12% Local Public Health, Federal & Provincial

12% Consultants

13% Industry Suppliers & Vendors

Who You'll Meet

Title Breakdown

30% Quality Assurance

21% Food Safety

17% Regulatory Affairs / Compliance

11% Business Development / Marketing

9% Operations

7% Purchasing / Distribution

5% Research & Development

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Cancellations: Cancellations must be received in writing by October 4th, 2016. Cancellations received by this date will be eligible for a prompt refund less a $495.00 (plus HST) administration fee. If you register for the program and do not attend, you are liable for the full registration fee unless you cancel according to the terms stated above. If you are unable to attend, delegate substitution is permitted up to, and including, the day of the conference.

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