Silvi Siddhu
Univar Solutions
Global Scientific and Technical Manager
Ontario's chapter within CIFST.
CIFST Ontario brings the national CIFST network into a local chapter context for professionals working across Ontario's food and beverage sector.
National roots
From institute mission to Ontario chapter action.
CIFST's national history dates to 1951. Ontario carries that association context into local chapter programming for members, students, volunteers, and industry contacts.
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Relevant
CIFST's public vision includes being relevant, visible, and connected. Ontario makes that practical at the chapter level.
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Visible
The chapter gives Ontario members and visitors a clear public point of contact while remaining connected to CIFST National.
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Connected
Ontario's purpose is to connect industry, academia, students, and partner organizations across the province.
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Structured
Leadership and public programming now give the Ontario chapter a clearer public profile and simpler member guidance.
Leadership / board and volunteers
CIFST Ontario Board and Volunteers
The Ontario Chapter Management Committee is volunteer-led and supported by contributors who help keep events, membership guidance, and chapter operations moving.
Chapter administration
Contact the chapter → Ty Defreitas · Ontario Chapter Administrator
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