With a lineup of engaging speakers, opportunities for networking and entertaining social events, ANAC’s Annual General Meeting and Convention is sure to see a successful turnout from both local and national feed industry stakeholders.
Monday May 25
De la Colline Room
7:00 pm – Opening Networking Reception
Join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
Tuesday May 26
Abraham-Martin Room
7:15 am – Breakfast
8:00 am – Managerial courage: Becoming a credible and inspiring leader who drives engagement – Isabelle Fontaine, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Performance Psychology and Emotional Intelligence Expert and Author
How do you fuel a team with pride so they go beyond what they thought possible? How do you raise the bar and uphold accountability with equal parts love and firmness? This keynote explores a form of courage that mobilizes without overpowering, that uplifts without burning out. It’s designed for leaders who strive to balance performance with presence, high standards with compassion, results with humanity.
9:15 am – Annual General Meeting (AGM)
10:15 am – Break
10:45 am – What’s next for global grains and livestock? – Brett Stuart, President, Global AgriTrends
Geopolitics are rewriting global agriculture trade. China remains the dominant importer with Brazil as the dominant exporter. How does Canada fit into these markets? And what do we see through our 2026 crystal ball around politics, global trade, and markets? Join for a lively discussion on politics, grains and livestock from a global perspective.
11:45 am – Social Program (Golf tournament or tour)
7:00 pm – Banquet Dinner
Convention delegates will meet for an evening of socialization including dinner, as well as the presentation of the Feed Industry Leadership Award and golf tournament prizes.
Wednesday May 27
Abraham-Martin Room
8:00 am – Breakfast
9:00 am – The future of livestock producers: How can the feed industry support customer goals
Hear insights into the goals and priorities of national producer groups. Learn about opportunities for collaboration with the feed industry to support these goals. The session will conclude with a moderated panel discussion.
Producer groups representatives include:
– Steve Leech, Director of Food Safety and Animal Health, Chicken Farmers of Canada
– Alison Porter, Vice-President of Policy, Dairy Farmers of Canada
10:00 am – Public trust in Canada’s food system: Current realities and strategic implications – Ashley Bruner, Director of Research and Stakeholder Engagement, Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI)
CCFI will provide a high-level overview of public trust in Canada’s food system, including recent research on information sources, misinformation and credibility. The presentation will highlight key findings and translate them into practical implications for science-based sectors such as animal nutrition. It will also outline strategic actions that associations and individual companies can take to maintain and strengthen trust.