Today, Protein Industries Canada announced the addition of two new companies to its Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain program. With a focus on developing food products that contain more Canadian-grown and -processed ingredients, this third cohort under the program will help Canada strengthen both its domestic processing capacity and food supply chain.
The projects build on the opportunity ahead of Canada to not just grow it here, but also to Make It Here. With their focus on utilizing and developing more Canadian products, companies under the Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain program are providing families across the country with a wider selection of sustainable food options, while strengthening Canada’s economy and global competitiveness.
“Our government is taking decisive action to strengthen Canada’s domestic food production and improve access to affordable, nutritious food—key priorities in our new National Food Security Strategy,” said the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. “Protein Industries Canada’s investments in the development of innovative products using Canadian crops are helping mitigate the impacts of tariffs and global trade pressures while driving economic growth.”
“Canadian families want affordable, nutritious food, and they want to support products made right here at home,” said the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism). “With support from Protein Industries Canada, Farm Girl is helping strengthen Ontario’s food manufacturing sector by using more Canadian-grown ingredients, creating new opportunities for Canadian producers, and helping keep costs down for consumers. This is how we build a stronger food supply chain, support Canadian businesses, and grow our economy.”
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