# List of food and beverage companies in Canada
Tamtam tracks 247 food and beverage companies headquartered in Canada. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Circle K, Loblaw Companies Limited and Metro Inc.. Their median headcount is 1,298. Half of them were founded in 1954 or later. The most common headquarters are Toronto (10), Mississauga (5) and Montreal (4).
These Canadian companies are mostly large food and beverage manufacturers and retailers. They include global players like Circle K, a convenience and fuel retailer, McCain Foods, a leader in prepared potato products, and Saputo Inc., a dairy product producer. Other major firms are Loblaw Companies Limited, a large Canadian retailer, and Metro Inc., a food and pharmacy retailer.
The data shows a concentration of headquarters in Quebec and Ontario, with several companies founded in the mid-20th century. While many are in food manufacturing, the list also features significant retail operations and some diversification into broader consumer goods and services, as seen with J.D. Irving, Limited.
π¨π¦ Canada Β· 50 companies Β· Updated Nov 13, 2026
| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Circle K](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/circle-k) (circlek.com)
Global convenience and fuel retail business providing everyday services across fourteen thousand locations in twenty-six countries to make customer journeys a little easier. | Retail | π¨π¦ Laval | 47,769 | 1951 |
| 2 | [Loblaw Companies Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/loblaw-companies-limited) (loblaw.ca)
Largest Canadian retailer offering grocery, pharmacy, health, beauty, financial services, apparel, and recognized brands like Presidentβs Choice and no name. | Retail | π¨π¦ Brampton | 24,123 | |
| 3 | [Metro Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/metro-inc) (metro.ca)
Leading food and pharmacy retailer operating nearly 1,000 stores and 640 pharmacies across QuΓ©bec and Ontario, supporting community health. | Retail | π¨π¦ Montreal | 23,058 | 1947 |
| 4 | [McCain Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mccain-foods) (mccain.com)
Global leader in prepared potato products, including French Fries and appetizers, focusing on quality, sustainability, and community impact. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 22,000 | 1957 |
| 5 | [Sobeys](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sobeys) (jobs.sobeyscareers.com)
A national grocery retailer in Canada with over 1,500 stores offering a variety of food formats tailored to meet unique customer needs | Retail | π¨π¦ Stellarton | 17,568 | 1907 |
| 6 | [Saputo Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saputo-inc) (saputo.com)
A global leader in producing and distributing high-quality dairy products, including cheese, milk, cultured products, and dairy ingredients in multiple countries | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Montreal | 7,937 | 1954 |
| 7 | [Maple Leaf Foods Inc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maple-leaf-foods-inc) (mapleleaffoods.com)
A leading Canadian protein company producing high-quality food products under various brands, with a commitment to sustainability and positive online presence | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Mississauga | 6,114 | |
| 8 | [ORGANO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/organo) (organogold.com)
global company offering premium everyday products including coffees, teas, nutraceuticals, and personal care items. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Richmond | 4,188 | 2008 |
| 9 | [Agropur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agropur) (agropur.com)
A leading dairy processor with 30 plants in North America, providing a wide range of consumer brands and products | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Longueuil | 3,655 | 1938 |
| 10 | [Olymel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/olymel) (compagnie.olymel.com)
A leading food company in Canada, specializing in pork and poultry products with over $2 billion in annual sales, serving both domestic and international markets | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Boucherville | 3,435 | 1991 |
| 11 | [Leclerc Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leclerc-foods) (leclerc.ca)
A family-owned agrifood company with over a century of experience, specializing in cookies, snack bars, and crackers known for quality ingredients and customer satisfaction | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ St-Augustin-de-Desmaures | 3,062 | 1905 |
| 12 | [J.D. Irving, Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/j-d-irving-limited) (jdirving.com)
Operations across forestry, transportation, shipbuilding, retail, industrial equipment, printing, consumer goods, and food processing in Canada and the US. | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Saint John | 2,909 | 1882 |
| 13 | [Lallemand](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lallemand) (lallemandplantcare.com)
A global leader in yeast and bacterial products, focusing on natural fermentation processes in agri-food industries, with opportunities for growth and innovation | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Rexdale | 2,232 | |
| 14 | [FGF Brands](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fgf-brands) (fgfbrands.com)
Innovative technology-driven bakery pushing boundaries with sustainable ingredients, creating delicious baked goods and disrupting the global food industry for the better | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 2,195 | 2004 |
| 15 | [Bimbo Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bimbo-canada) (bimbocanada.com)
This company values personal and professional growth, offers competitive salaries and benefits, and provides opportunities for growth in the baking industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Etobicoke | 2,162 | |
| 16 | [Give and Go Prepared Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/give-and-go-prepared-foods) (giveandgo.com)
A leading manufacturer of sweet baked goods, offering indulgent treats under various brands, with a focus on innovation and quality for global retailers | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 2,143 | 1989 |
| 17 | [Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coca-cola-canada-bottling-limited) (cokecanada.com)
Canadian, family-owned business making, distributing, merchandising, and selling popular beverages, operating across Canada with over 6,000 employees and five manufacturing facilities. | Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 2,095 | |
| 18 | [Labatt Breweries of Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/labatt-breweries-of-canada) (labatt.com)
Leading Canadian beverage company with extensive portfolio of beers, ready-to-drink, non-alcoholic products, multiple breweries, and strong community impact. | Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 2,059 | 1847 |
| 19 | [Sofina Foods Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sofina-foods-canada) (sofinafoods.com)
Leading manufacturer and supplier of pork, beef, fish, turkey, and chicken products for retail and foodservice markets globally. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Markham | 1,977 | 1995 |
| 20 | [FRESHCO, LTD.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/freshco-ltd) (freshco.co)
Discount grocery chain part of Sobeys, offering quality fresh food at low prices in 92 stores across Ontario Established in 2010 | Retail | π¨π¦ Mississauga | 1,958 | 2010 |
| 21 | [Mastronardi Produce](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mastronardi-produce) (sunsetgrown.com)
Year-round greenhouse growing and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables under SUNSET, Backyard Farms, and Queen of Greens brands for seventy years. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Kingsville | 1,629 | 1954 |
| 22 | [Lactalis Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lactalis-canada) (lactalis.ca)
Leading Canadian dairy company producing iconic cheese and dairy brands, operating multiple manufacturing sites, supporting communities, farmers, and diversity. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 1,628 | |
| 23 | [BC Liquor Distribution Branch](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bc-liquor-distribution-branch) (bcldb.com)
Leading distributor and retailer in BC's cannabis and liquor industry, emphasizing service, relationships, and results Offers diverse career opportunities and employee benefits | Government Administration | π¨π¦ Burnaby | 1,521 | 1921 |
| 24 | [Groupe St-Hubert](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-st-hubert) (st-hubert.com)
Operating rotisserie restaurants and manufacturing retail food products, distributing fresh, frozen, and dehydrated items across multiple regions. | Restaurants | π¨π¦ Boisbriand | 1,365 | 1951 |
| 25 | [Sysco Canada Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sysco-canada-inc) (sysco.ca)
National food distribution company supplying restaurants, healthcare, education, and lodging with products, equipment, and trusted customer support. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Toronto | 1,298 | 1969 |
| 26 | [Booster Juice](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/booster-juice) (boosterjuice.com)
Specializing in nutritious smoothies and juices made from high quality ingredients, with over 400 locations in a variety of high traffic venues | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Edmonton | 1,252 | 1999 |
| 27 | [Viterra Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/viterra-canada) (viterra.ca)
Global agriculture network connecting producers and consumers with sustainable, traceable products Committed to innovation, value creation, and a brighter future for agriculture Visit our careers page for opportunities | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | π¨π¦ Regina | 1,251 | |
| 28 | [COBS Bread](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cobs-bread) (cobsbread.com)
Operating bakeries throughout Canada, baking fresh goods daily, and donating unsold products to local charities, while offering franchise opportunities. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Vancouver | 1,199 | 2003 |
| 29 | [Lassonde](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lassonde) (lassonde.com)
Develops, manufactures, and markets a variety of fruit and vegetable juices, store brand shelf-stable drinks, cranberry sauces, specialty food products, and imported wines | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Rougemont | 1,145 | 1918 |
| 30 | [Mark Anthony Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mark-anthony-group) (markanthony.com)
A diversified North American beverage company specializing in alcohol, producing and distributing wine, spirits, ready-to-drink beverages, and distributing leading international brands | Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Vancouver | 1,142 | 1972 |
| 31 | [Richardson International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/richardson-international) (richardson.ca)
Largest Canadian agribusiness specializing in grain handling, merchandising, oilseed processing, milling, and food product development with global operations. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Winnipeg | 1,132 | 1857 |
| 32 | [Second Cup](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/second-cup) (secondcup.com)
Largest Canadian specialty coffee retailer. Focus on quality, innovation, customer experience with coffee at business core. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Mississauga | 1,125 | 1975 |
| 33 | [HyLife](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hylife) (hylife.com)
Leading pork producer and exporter focusing on sustainability, innovation, and premium quality products, with a commitment to employee growth and safety | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Steinbach | 1,057 | 1994 |
| 34 | [Canada Bread Company, Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/canada-bread-company-limited) (bimbocanada.com)
A company based in Canada that specializes in baked goods, offering a variety of bread and bakery products to consumers | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 1,034 | |
| 35 | [Gordon Food Service - Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gordon-food-service-canada) (gfs.ca)
A leading distributor in North America providing quality products and solutions to foodservice operations, prioritizing employee growth and customer success | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Milton | 992 | 1897 |
| 36 | [Maple Lodge Farms](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maple-lodge-farms) (maplelodgefarms.com)
A leading Canadian poultry processor supplying chicken products domestically and internationally, including bacon, deli meats, seasoned chicken, and wieners Founded in 1955 | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Brampton | 983 | |
| 37 | [Sanimax](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sanimax) (sanimax.com)
A company with over 80 years of experience collecting and transforming organic by-products into high-quality ingredients for various industries | Environmental Services | π¨π¦ Montreal | 933 | 1939 |
| 38 | [Cavendish Farms](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cavendish-farms) (cavendishfarms.com)
A family-owned company specializing in potato products, with a focus on sustainability, talent development, and industry-leading frozen food production | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Dieppe | 927 | 1980 |
| 39 | [Nortera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nortera) (norterafoods.com)
Leader in processing frozen and canned vegetables in North America, providing access to diverse, ready-to-use vegetables while promoting health and sustainability Offering stimulating jobs | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Brossard | 918 | |
| 40 | [Gay Lea Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gay-lea-foods) (gaylea.com)
Canadian dairy industry leader, co-operative with over 1,395 farms in Ontario and Manitoba, focused on innovation, high quality products, and sustainable growth | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Etobicoke | 891 | 1958 |
| 41 | [High Liner Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/high-liner-foods) (highlinerfoods.com)
Leading North American processor and marketer of frozen seafood products for retail, restaurant, and institutional sectors with a focus on sustainability and employee well-being | Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Lunenburg | 864 | 1899 |
| 42 | [Epicureβ’](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/epicure) (epicure.com)
A community promoting clean eating solutions with delicious meal options using real ingredients, inspiring health and wellness for families and the planet | Food and Beverage Retail | π¨π¦ Vancouver | 851 | 1997 |
| 43 | [Weston Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/weston-foods)
A leading bakery that produces a wide range of baked goods for retail and foodservice customers across North America | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Toronto | 785 | |
| 44 | [Arterra Wines Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arterra-wines-canada) (arterracanada.com)
Leading Canadian wine producer and marketer with 140 years experience, managing premium vineyards and building beloved wine brands nationwide. | Beverage Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Mississauga | 764 | 1874 |
| 45 | [Dare Foods Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dare-foods-limited) (darefoods.com)
Dare bakes quality, innovative snacks like cookies, crackers, and breads, available worldwide, offering a range of options for consumer enjoyment | Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Cambridge | 756 | 1892 |
| 46 | [Greenhouse](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/greenhouse) (greenhouse.ca)
Offers high-quality, plant-based beverages and wellness products, supporting local organic farming and promoting environmental benefits of plant-rich diets. | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Toronto | 740 | 2014 |
| 47 | [Keurig Dr Pepper Canada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/keurig-dr-pepper-canada) (keurigdrpepper.ca)
A leading beverage company in Canada offering a wide range of hot and cold beverages, single-serve coffee makers, and promoting sustainability | Manufacturing | π¨π¦ Montreal | 719 | 2018 |
| 48 | [Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mother-parkers-tea-and-coffee) (mother-parkers.com)
A leading provider of quality coffee and tea solutions for retailers and foodservice chains, offering innovative products and sustainable packaging solutions | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Mississauga | 686 | 1912 |
| 49 | [Sleeman Breweries Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sleeman-breweries-ltd) (sleemanbreweries.ca)
A Canadian brewery with a rich family legacy, producing top craft beers under stringent standards, offering a variety of world-class brands | Food and Beverage Services | π¨π¦ Guelph | 685 | 1834 |
| 50 | [La Cage Brasserie Sportive](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-cage-brasserie-sportive) (cage.ca)
A pioneer in ambiance dining in Quebec, the company operates multiple restaurant brands, focusing on local, fresh cuisine and event catering services | Restaurants | π¨π¦ Boucherville | 674 | |
## How this list is built
Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 13, 2026.
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