BC Food & Beverage (BCFB) is the provincial industry association representing and advancing British Columbia's food and beverage processing sector whose members represent over $9 billion in industry revenue. Acting as an industry engine, BCFB connects processors of every size, from micro-businesses to large multi-brand manufacturers with the resources, networks, and market opportunities they need to grow. BCFB strengthens its members' capacity to scale and compete, while advocating for a resilient, thriving food economy
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4621 Canada Way
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Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4X7, CA
In September we hosted a Local to Listed pitch event with Canada’s largest western-based retailer, Pattison Food Group. 🛒 Jainam and Jason of Jason of Pattison Food Group were impressed by the participating BC brands’ products and presentations at the event, and plan to move nearly all of them forward through the Local BC Program! 🎉👏 Take a look at some highlights from the day! ⬇️
We’re so happy welcome one of our newest members, Cherry Creek Cidery to the community! 🍎 One of BC’s smallest cideries, they craft dry, mostly sparkling ciders with just fruit - no added sugar or flavouring. They also offer two non-alcoholic drinks (fun fact: labels were made by their kids). More flavours coming soon! cherrycreekcidery.ca
September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, residential school Survivors, and the lasting impacts on their families and communities. Reconciliation is an ongoing responsibility that extends beyond a single day. We encourage everyone to listen, learn, reflect, support Indigenous-led businesses, and help create space for Indigenous voices as we work toward a future shaped by truth, respect, inclusion, and fairness.
☕️ Happy National Coffee Day! We’re proud to spotlight The Forest Bean Coffee, a Rise Awards finalist in the Circularity category. Their Matanga Espresso Roast is also in the running for Product of the Year! 🏆 Pete Poovanna, Ph.D.
When your wins become everyone’s wins 🙌 • Rise Awards Night 🏆 November 25, 2026 at the Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre • See you there! Tickets on sale now at bcfb.ca/rise-awards
BCFB is hosting a free webinar roundtable with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on October 8 from 10-11am. Register 👉 https://lnkd.in/gKXMfdXp Understanding immigration options can be an important part of building and maintaining a strong workforce. This session will help employers better understand Canada’s current immigration landscape and the pathways available to recruit and retain international talent.
Featuring our top 3 People’s Choice finalists, sponsored by Fasken: oomé, GluteNull and Atome Bakery 🏆 Voting for the Rise Awards closes TONIGHT! Cast your final votes here: https://lnkd.in/eGUjrUpX - and help determine this year’s winners.
Ready to find your place in British Columbia’s food industry? Explore careers in food at bcfb.ca/careers Featured: Ryan of Freybe Gourmet Foods Ltd.
Hey YOU! Voting for the Rise Awards by BC Food & Beverage closes today at 11:59 pm PST. 🏆Help decide this year’s award winners across our various categories (your vote could make all the difference)! VOTE HERE👉https://lnkd.in/eGUjrUpX
PwC’s Future of Food 2.0 study points to an industry at a decisive moment. The organizations gaining momentum are not those working in isolation. They’re the ones forming bold alliances, using M&A to scale, investing in digital capabilities and collaborating across the value chain to unlock growth that no single player can capture alone. On September 15, PwC hosted an event to share the key learnings of the report and its implications for our industry. Joining the panel discussion was BCFB CEO James Donaldson, Premium Brands Holdings Corporation Director of Corporate Affairs & ESG Darcelle T., and Fresh Prep CFO Dan Henriques, CPA, CA.