Food & Beverage Atlantic — event · Currently accepting applications · Last verified 2026-04-16

Pitch Assistance Program Information Sessions

Pitch Assistance Program Information Sessions is a event offered by Food & Beverage Atlantic for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador).

Free information sessions open to FBA members and non-members explaining what is required for food safety, labeling, distribution, and marketing to be 'retail ready' before participating in the FBA Pitch Assistance Program.

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Program details

FBA hosts free info sessions in advance of its retail Pitch Assistance Program events. These sessions are led by FBA's Director of Operations, Ryan Gallant, and cover what companies need to know about food safety, labeling, distribution, and marketing to be 'retail ready.' The sessions are open to both FBA members and non-members. A Costco-focused info session was scheduled for March 18, 2026 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM AST, virtual). Attendees learn about the details of what is needed when successfully pitching to retailers and how to apply to participate in the FBA Pitch Program. Sessions are described as recurring ahead of each pitch cycle.

Who qualifies

Free for FBA members and non-members.

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Deadlines and eligibility rules can change; always confirm details on the official program page before applying.