MANITOBA SUSTAINABLE PROTEIN RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
June 23 2026 @ The Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg
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6th Annual Manitoba Sustainable Protein Research Symposium
Welcome to the 6th Annual Manitoba Sustainable Protein Research Symposium. This year features a dynamic lineup of keynotes, panel discussions, and trainee presentations. We are also introducing a new Trainee Industry Pitch Competition, where students will pitch innovative technical solutions for the valorization and re-utilization of by-products associated with protein production, supporting a more sustainable and circular economy.
We will explore Resilient Protein Systems, examining global and regional protein system challenges and discussing Manitoba’s resilience across climate, policy, and agricultural production.
Our Protein Innovation in Practice discussions will focus on regulatory readiness, commercial pathways, and market access, highlighting how Canada’s protein sector can successfully move innovation from lab to market.
Student researchers will present cutting-edge work through brief talks and posters, covering plant and animal protein processing using techniques such as fermentation, extrusion, fractionation, and other environmentally friendly technologies.
This year we are also collaborating with the 4th International Trainee Symposium in Agri-food, Nutrition and Health, creating a platform for trainees to showcase research at the intersection of agri-food systems, nutrition, biotechnology, and human health.
Sincerely,
MSPRS Organizing Committee
- Dr. Filiz Koksel – Manitoba Sustainable Protein Research Chair; University of Manitoba
- Jenny Bouchard – University of Manitoba
- Dr. Martin Scanlon – University of Manitoba
- Dr. Michael Janzen – University of Manitoba
- Luis Maya-Desdier – Manitoba Agriculture
- Cory Rybuck – Manitoba Egg Farmers
- Janelle Carlin – Pulse Canada
- Keisha Paul – Protein MB
- Marlene Keys – Protein MB
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Questions? Contact us at mbprotein@umanitoba.ca
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Traditional Territories Acknowledgements
The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution.