Where Ideas Spark, Hearts Lead & Culture Grows

In a time when uncertainty defines our world, growth and sustainability would only b e possible through the asymmetric advantage and determined efforts of small food businesses—the true stewards of safe and sustainable food for our communities.

At Lateral Services, we stand beside them. By uniting decades of expertise in food science, microbiology, regulatory affairs and compliance, sustainable engineering, emotional intelligence, and creative thinking, we help transform complexity into clarity—empowering small businesses to grow with purpose, lead with empathy, and build food systems that nourish both people and the planet for generations to come.

OUR OFFERING

From us, you can enjoy the following:

Food Safety Consultancy

Do you see the opportunity to grow beyond your local market but feel unsure how to meet the requirements for interprovincial trade?

We help small food businesses turn regulatory complexity into growth opportunities.
My consultancy services include the design and development of Preventive Controls and Plans (PCPs), GMPs, HACCP Manuals, and ISO 22000 systems—turning compliance into a foundation for sustainable growth, trust, and a strong food safety culture.

Training Portfolio

Facilitating in English, French, and Arabic, I help small food businesses turn uncertainty into readiness through tailored training on the Canadian food regulatory framework and Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) compliance.

Our programs include Foundation and Advanced SFCR for Small Businesses, Basic and Intermediate Food Hygiene, and a hands-on HACCP Workshop—all designed to go beyond compliance, building a true culture of food safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Additionally, in collaboration with eliteCompass (www.elitecompass.ca), we offer a range of soft skills and emotional intelligence courses and coaching to help businesses building their food safety culture.

Research & Development

We conduct applied microbiology research focused on product development, shelf-life studies, and resource-efficient technologies that support sustainable food production.

Our work explores water efficiency, food waste reduction, and circular food systems, including aquaponics, hydroponics, and vertical agriculture—tailored to urban and small-scale environments.

Our goal is to reduce food loss, strengthen supply chain resilience, and address urban vulnerabilities in food security and availability—helping individuals and communities transition toward a more sustainable, adaptive, and secure food future.

I love Lateral because their leaders are progressive, and they always want to satisfy my needs.

- Jane Smith

Free Consultation

Every challenge is an opportunity to grow.
Book a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to talk about your business — its goals, challenges, and opportunities for growth through consultancy, interprovincial trade readiness, training, or R&D support.