November 20–21, 2026 · Toronto Congress Centre
Where the Chocolate & Pastry Industry Does Business
The Business Space is the professional heart of Salon du Chocolat Toronto 2026, a dedicated B2B space designed for everyone from seasoned industry veterans to entrepreneurs launching a chocolate business or becoming a pastry chef. Whether you're a buyer, supplier, investor, or artisan, this is where Canada's food industry comes together.
As the premier chocolate trade show Canada has to offer, and one of the most significant food trade show Toronto 2026 events on the calendar, the Business Space sits at the intersection of cocoa sourcing in North America, artisan chocolate craft, and culinary innovation. Think SIAL Canada Toronto, but laser-focused on chocolate, pastry, and specialty food.
Over two days, the Space hosts a curated program of keynotes, panels, and masterclasses covering chocolate pastry techniques, sustainability, supply chain resilience, branding, and business finance. It's also home to live networking with chefs and producers — your opportunity for meeting chefs in Toronto and forging relationships that last well beyond the event floor.
The Business Space like The Bakery Showcase lets visitors discover an expanding chocolate supplier directory Canada from premium raw cacao to cutting-edge equipment. Combined with dedicated sessions on financing a chocolate business, financing a pastry shop, and access to food industry grants, the Business Space is the most practical and action-oriented space at the entire festival. If you're serious about collaborating with new partners in the food industry or becoming a chocolate maker, this is where it starts.
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Masterclass for Industry Professionals
From Omega to Maison Fauchon, through Saint Laurent and Messika, François Daubinet has spent his career mastering the art of chocolate at the highest level, bringing the precision of luxury craftsmanship to the world of pastry.
His philosophy rests on six grounded pillars
Exploration
A relentless pursuit of new flavors, combinations, and techniques that push the boundaries of creation.
Creativity
A bold reinvention of shapes, flavors, and textures that redefines what pastry can be.
Quality
An uncompromising selection of the finest ingredients, ensuring exceptional flavor and freshness in every creation.
Innovation
A fusion of technology, emerging flavors, and traditional technique to deliver truly unique experiences.
Inspiration
Creations designed to engage every sense, offering visual and gustatory experiences that leave a lasting impression.
Excellence
Meticulous technique and uncompromising attention to detail, for desserts as spectacular as they are delicious.
This is a rare opportunity to discover elite techniques you can apply directly to your business, whether you run a chocolaterie, restaurant, or pastry house. Elevate your craft. Elevate your game.
Friday, November 20th | 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM
B2B CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Three days of keynotes, panels, masterclasses & networking - Speakers to be announced soon
Friday, November 20
Cocoa in crisis: navigating global volatility and securing supply
Surviving Rent: The Models That Actually Work in GTA
20-minute speed-meetings: BDC, FedDev, EDC, Futurpreneur, OMAFRA, FCC, Invest. Ontario
Saturday, November 21
Exceptional Chocolate, Pastries & Confectionery: The Italian Art of Living
From Bean to Bar: The Canadian Artisanal Scene in Action
Sunday, November 22
Sunday programming to be detailed soon — stay tuned!
Inside the Business Space
November 19–22, 2026 · Toronto Congress Centre