Through leadership, advocacy, and outreach, strengthening the Federal policy framework to enable success for the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Progressive. Collaborative. Transparent.

Food and Beverage Canada is the national industry association representing Canada’s domestic food and beverage manufacturers.

FBC-ABC works with its members, provincial and regional associations, and government to advance policies that support a competitive industry that provides safe, high-quality food for Canadians and global markets.

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  • FBC-ABC Statement on Canada-U.S. Trade Uncertainty  

    The proposed United States (U.S.) tariffs are deeply concerning for Canadian food and beverage manufacturers. Canada and the U.S. have highly integrated supply chains, and continued uncertainty benefits no one. It makes it harder for businesses on both sides of the border to plan, invest… Read more

  • FBC-ABC’s Remarks to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food’s Study on Food Security in the Face of Global Insecurity 

    Delivered to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food on Tuesday, June 16, 2026: Thank you to the Committee for the invitation to appear today. My name is Kristina Farrell and I am the Chief Executive Officer of Food… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada’s Statement on the Release of the National Food Security Strategy

    Food and Beverage Canada recognizes the federal government’s release of the National Food Security Strategy and its focus on improving access to local food.  While the Strategy contains measures to support agricultural production and food distribution, it does not fully reflect the level of… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada Calls on Federal Government to Lower the Cost of Producing Food in Canada 

    Ottawa, ON – May 19, 2026 – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) has submitted its recommendations to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance as part of the 2026 pre-budget consultations, calling on the federal government to take targeted action… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada Statement: In-Canada Workers Initiative Misses the Mark for Food and Beverage Manufacturing Workforce 

    Ottawa – May 6, 2026 – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) recognizes that the government’s announcement to accelerate permanent residency for 33,000 workers will provide important support for some workers in smaller and rural communities. However, as currently framed, the measure has missed the… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada Announces Board and Executive Committee Updates Following Spring Meeting in Niagara-on-the-Lake

    Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario – April 29, 2026 – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) concluded a productive Board of Directors meeting this week in Niagara-on-the-Lake, bringing together industry leaders from across the country to advance priorities related to competitiveness, sustainability, and investment… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada Calls for Clarity and Industry Prioritization in Budget 2025 Immigration Measures

    Ottawa, Ontario – April 17, 2026 – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) and Canada’s six provincial and regional associations are calling on the Government of Canada to provide urgent clarity on its Budget 2025 commitment to transition up to 33,000… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada Board Concludes Meeting Focused on Competitiveness, Trade, and Industry Leadership Ahead of Annual Policy Breakfast 

    February 12, 2026 (OTTAWA) – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) convened its Board of Directors this week for a productive meeting focused on the policy and advocacy priorities shaping the future of Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing industry.  As Canada’s largest manufacturing… Read more

  • Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) responds to federal affordability announcement 

    January 27, 2026 (OTTAWA) – Food and Beverage Canada (FBC-ABC) welcomes the federal government’s recent announcement aimed at improving food affordability, supporting producers, and strengthening Canada’s food supply chains.  For some time, FBC-ABC has been calling for measures that strengthen Canada’s food… Read more

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Representing start-up to large food & beverage manufacturers in urban and rural regions across Canada. Proud to be comprised of 6 regional associations.

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FoodBevCanada avatar Food and Beverage Canada (FBC - ABC) @FoodBevCanada ·
21 Jul 2079613749040709702

FBC-ABC was pleased to participate in the FPT Agriculture Ministers’ meeting in Halifax, where CEO @krisprou was invited to present directly to Ministers on how governments and industry can work together to support the growth & competitiveness of Canada’s agri-food sector. #cdnag

WineGrowersCA avatar Wine Growers Canada @WineGrowersCA ·
21 Jul 2079603751917060572

As Canada’s Premiers gather in Charlottetown July 21–23, 2026, there is a clear opportunity to deliver progress on interprovincial direct-to-consumer wine sales. It’s time to turn commitments on internal trade into action for Canadian wineries and consumers. 🍁🍷

krisprou avatar Kristina Farrell @krisprou ·
12 Jun 2065511561955791103

Growing more food is important. Processing more of it in Canada is essential. We look forward to working with government to strengthen competitiveness, attract investment, and create more value from Canadian agriculture. #FoodManufacturing #cdnpoli

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