The Guelph Food Innovation Centre (GFIC) is an applied research hub located at the University of Guelph. It focuses on food science and technology to support agri-food businesses. GFIC connects academic research with industry needs, providing tailored solutions that enhance innovation, safety, and market competitiveness.

GFIC offers a range of services, including applied food research, product development, and pilot processing. The center assists businesses with ingredient validation, process optimization, and quality assurance. It also provides custom solutions for formulation, packaging, and sensory evaluation, along with a commercial-grade facility for scaling products. GFIC emphasizes knowledge transfer, leveraging university research to tackle industry-specific challenges.

GFIC collaborates with agri-food businesses, entrepreneurs, and students, particularly in Ontario. It works with ice cream manufacturers and other food producers to support research and development for product commercialization. The center is dedicated to making its expertise accessible to both startups and established companies.