Accessing Europe: How Canadian Green Protein Companies Enter the EU Faster, Safer, and with Partners

Looking at EU expansion for your protein or plant-based business in the next 12 to 36 months?

Join James Street from Protein Industries Canada for a virtual session on how Canadian companies can enter the European Union faster, with lower risk and the right partners. You will get a clear view of the EU market opportunity from Food & Bio Cluster Denmark, including where demand is growing and where non‑EU firms are finding traction.

We will then shift to the practical realities of EU food regulation, with insights from the Danish Veterinary and Food Authority and Protein Industries Canada's Chris Marinangeli (Director, Centre for Regulatory Research & Innovation), covering key requirements, likely pathways, and how early planning can reduce cost and avoid delays.

We will outline how the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service supports companies on the ground in Europe, including programs and funding opportunities.

Invest in Denmark will share why Denmark can be a strong first step for EU entry, with access to clusters, partners, and pilot facilities, plus step-by-step establishment support.

We will close with next steps and outline follow-on support for members.

• Decide whether the EU is a realistic target for your company in the next 12–36 months, and what an early, low-risk entry approach can look like.
• Understand which regulatory pathway may apply (export-ready requirements vs. Novel Food/EFSA) and the timelines, costs, and common pitfalls.
• Learn how Denmark can function as a “soft landing” through partners, clusters, pilot facilities, and step-by-step establishment support.
• Identify concrete next steps and support options through PIC and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service, including relevant programs and funding opportunities.