MEMBERS ONLY
ANNUAL EVENT 2026
22-24 June
Saskatoon, Canada
Early Bird Registration: $560
CAD (+TAX)
Booking deadline to register for Early bird: April 1, 2026
Late Registration: $730
CAD (+TAX)
Booking deadline: May 22, 2026
See Accommodations and Booking Deadline below for important information.
GROUNDED IN SASKATCHEWAN
From Prairie Fields to Global Progress
The SAI Platform Annual Event 2026 will bring members together in Saskatchewan, a global hub for agricultural innovation and sustainable production. Over three days, participants will be immersed in cutting-edge agri-tech and real on-farm realities shaping the future of global agriculture.
Through an interactive programme that includes the General Assembly, field visits, expert-led sessions, and collaborative workshops. Members will experience the promise that regenerative agriculture holds.
Participants will engage directly with farmers, innovators, and research institutions to explore scalable approaches that strengthen supply chains, support resilient farm businesses and rural communities, and deliver long-term value for all stakeholders.
Guest
Speakers
ITINERARY: JUNE 22
Day One:
Welcome
8.00 - 9.00: Registration & breakfast
9.00 - 11.00: SAI Platform general assembly
11.00 - 12.00: ExCo meeting
12.00 - 12.45: Lunch
13.20 - 14.45: Western Developement Museum
15.15 - 17.20: Wanuskewin Heritage Park
18.00 - 19.00: Buffet Supper
ITINERARY: JUNE 24
Day 3: Conference
8.00 - 9.00: Registration & breakfast
9.00 - 9.05: Welcome
9.05 - 9.15: Introduction
Opening:iDionys Forster, Director General, SAI Platform
Topic: Production Systems resilience through Regenerative Agriculture
9.15 – 9.45: Keynote
Keynote: From Dust Bowl to a Leading Agricultural Hub in Regenerative Agriculture
9.45 – 10.00: Keynote
Keynote Speech: Fundamentals for Innovation in Saskatchewan
10.00 – 11.00: Panel - How farming practices evolved to address soil, water, biodiversity and climatic adverse conditions
Q&A with audience
11.00 – 11.30: Coffee break
11.30 – 12.30: Farmer panel - Comparing and contrasting Regenerative Agriculture initiatives across Canada. What works, what doesn't work?
12.30 - 13.30: Lunch break
13.30 - 14.15: Fireside chat with Founding Members
14.15 - 15.15: RTP discussion
15.15 - 15.45: Future insights
15.45 – 16.30: Coffee break
15.45 – 16.30: Live spotlight session
15.45 – 16.30: Breakout session - Working across the value chain from upstream to downstream retailers.
Topic: How to create the market demand to make it happen? What are their wants and needs across the value chain?
16.30 - 17.00: Closing
18.00 - 0.00: Gala supper & network Remai Modern
ITINERARY: JUNE 25
Day Four:
Scope of
Practice Meetings
8.00 - 9.00: Registration & breakfast
9.00 - 9.10: Welcome & Introduction
9.15 - 11.45: Breakout sessions
11.45 - 12.00: Lunch and wrap-up
Thanks to our sponsors
RELAX WITH VIEWS OF DOWNTOWN SASKATOON
Accommodations
Unwind with sweeping views of downtown Saskatoon at Delta Hotels Saskatoon Downtown, the city’s tallest hotel. Enjoy easy access to riverfront walking paths, a 1,400-square-foot fitness centre, and thoughtful touches like hydration stations and in-room yoga mats.
Dine on locally inspired cuisine at Aroma Restaurant or grab a Starbucks coffee at The Grind. Families can enjoy the indoor waterpark with heated pools and a three-storey waterslide, while extensive meeting space and onsite catering make it ideal for events in the heart of the city.
Booking deadline is May 22, 2026.
Important Note on Airborne Allergies:
To ensure the safety of all guests, please be advised that our host hotel is unable to accommodate individuals with severe airborne allergies (such as nuts). If you have a condition where proximity to an allergen poses a life-threatening risk, please contact the organizing committee before completing your registration.
If you have severe airborne allergies please email Katrina Finke at katrina@nucleusconsulting.ca
Accommodation & Booking Deadline:
To take advantage of our group rate and guaranteed availability, please ensure your room is booked by the deadline below.
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Final Booking Deadline: May 22, 2026
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Availability: Rooms are subject to availability after this date, and the group rate may no longer apply.
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Missing the deadline? Please contact Katrina Finke (katrina@nucleusconsulting.ca) directly to check for remaining room availability.
AIR CANADA & WESTJET FLIGHT DISCOUNTS
Flights to Saskatoon
Attendees may access special discounted fares when booking travel to Saskatoon (YXE) with participating airlines.
Promotion Codes
Air Canada: QAWJR6D1
WestJet: Guest Web / Travel Agent Web Code: 9V0F6FM
GDS Code (Travel Agent only): YBA26
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Air Canada Travel Window: June 15 – July 1, 2026
West Jet Travel Window: June 13 – July 1, 2026
Event Dates: June 22–24, 2026
To receive this discount:
Air Canada
STEP 1: Visit aircanada.com
STEP 2: Enter the promotion code in the Promotion Code box when booking
STEP 3: Select Saskatoon (YXE)
WestJet
STEP 1: Visit westjet.com
STEP 2: Enter the promotion code in the Offer Code box when booking
STEP 3: Select Saskatoon (YXE)
Air Canada discounts may include:
• 5–10% on North American fares*
• 10%+ on international fares*
• Up to 12% on Business Class*
West Jet discounts may include:
Within Canada:
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5% off Econo
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10% off EconoFlex
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10% off Premium
Between Canada & US:
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2% off Econo
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5% off EconoFlex
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10% off Premium