Top News - Food and Beverage Industry

Check out the following news items for helpful updates on what is happening in Ontario's food and beverage industry.


Ontario's Food Processing Industry Driving Economy

October 8, 2012

This Thanksgiving, Ontarians can be thankful that the province's food processing industry continues to drive economic growth, create jobs and serve up healthy, nutritious locally grown and made in Ontario food.


Ontario Food Exporter Award 2013

October 2012

The 2013 Ontario Food Exporter Award recognizes an exporter's successful expansion into new export markets, as well as their creativity and excellence in approaching international markets.


Celebrate Agriculture Week with Local Food

October 1, 2012

What better way to celebrate farmers and their contribution to Ontario's economy than buying local food this Agriculture Week.


Setting the Table for Local Food in Ontario

September 18, 2012

Ontario is planning to introduce a bill that supports, promotes and celebrates the good things grown and made in Ontario.


Ontario Agri-food Exports Reach New Heights

April 15, 2012

Ontario agri-food exports hit a record high of nearly $10 billion in 2011, helping to strengthen the economy and create jobs for farmers and families.


Enhanced Food Processing Creating New Jobs for Ontarians

October 27, 2011

Sysco Canada Inc. is improving its efficiency and increasing the demand for high-quality local food, which will create an estimated 35 new jobs and protect 135 existing positions for Ontario families. These new jobs will build upon the 97,700 net new jobs that have already been created in Ontario so far this year alone.


Dr. Oetker's First North American Pizza Plant Coming to London

July 26, 2011

Dr. Oetker Canada, a leading food manufacturer, is expanding into Southwestern Ontario, providing new opportunities for Ontario farmers and creating 430 direct and indirect jobs for families in London.


Food Processing Improvements In Perth County

July 15, 2011

Ontario is helping a local food processor in Perth County upgrade its facilities to meet the demand for more locally-grown food.


Perth County Meat Processor Expands 

July 8, 2011

A local meat processor is expanding and renovating its facilities to increase production, meet customer demand and compete successfully.


New Food Processing Plant Creating Jobs In Durham

July 5, 2011

Ontario's leading fresh mushroom producer is expanding its facility and creating 80 new jobs to increase sales, stay competitive and meet growing demand.


Northumberland County Chocolate Factory Expands Production.

June 20, 2011

Renovations to a chocolate factory in Campbellford will help create new jobs, grow the local economy and strengthen Ontario's agri-food industry.


Local Dairy To Expand In Perth County - 2011

June 20, 2011

A cheese producer in St. Mary's is expanding its facilities to create jobs, build new market opportunities and support local farmers.


Local Bakery To Expand In Peterborough

June 9, 2011

Production at an organic bakery in Peterborough is growing, creating 13 new jobs and strengthening the local economy.


New Food Processor Moves To Chatham-Kent

May 25, 2011

A new corn processing facility in Chatham will create 13 new jobs, strengthen Ontario's agri-food sector and support local farmers.


BFG Canada Ltd. Receives Ontario Food Exporter Award

May 12, 2011

BFG Canada Ltd. received the first-ever Ontario Food Exporter Award during last evening's Canadian Agri-Food Export Gala in Toronto.


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