Supporting and strengthening the connections that elevate and grow our industry
Strategic Partners
Our Strategic Partners are organizations that play a vital role in Manitoba’s broader food ecosystem. While they may not be food and beverage processors themselves, their expertise, services, and investment directly support the continued strength and growth of the industry.
Through their sponsorship and ongoing collaboration, these partners help advance a thriving food and beverage sector. Their contributions support critical initiatives such as workforce development, industry training, advocacy, and programming that enable Manitoba companies to scale, innovate, and compete in an evolving marketplace.
From finance and logistics to professional services, technology, and infrastructure, our Strategic Partners bring essential capabilities that help connect and strengthen every part of the value chain. Their continued support reflects a shared commitment to building a resilient, competitive, and future-focused food industry in Manitoba.
Why Strategic Partnerships Matter
Strategic Partner support allows us to:
- Deliver industry-focused training and resources that build skills and capacity
- Advocate for policies that strengthen the food and beverage processing sector
- Foster collaboration across industry, government, and academia
- Elevate and promote Manitoba’s food and beverage sector locally and globally
We are proud to recognize our Strategic Partners for their leadership, investment, and ongoing dedication to supporting Manitoba’s food and beverage industry.
As a proudly Canadian company, Sobeys is guided by a purpose that reflects its commitment to customers, suppliers, and communities from coast to coast. Rooted in more than a century of history, Sobeys is driven by the belief that it is “a family nurturing families” and by core values that are Customer-Driven, People-Powered, Community-Engaged, and Results-Oriented. These principles shape how the company serves Canadians and builds lasting relationships across the food system.
Canada’s food and beverage sector plays a vital role in strengthening local economies, supporting communities, and providing Canadians with access to high-quality food products. As one of the country’s leading grocery retailers, Sobeys recognizes the importance of strong partnerships throughout the value chain and works closely with producers, processors, manufacturers, and suppliers to bring local and innovative products to market.
Through its national, regional, and local sourcing initiatives, Sobeys remains connected to the evolving needs of consumers and the realities facing Canadian food businesses. By fostering collaboration, supporting sustainable growth, and championing Canadian-made products, Sobeys helps create opportunities for food and beverage companies to reach new customers and grow their presence in communities across the country.
Together with its partners, Sobeys is committed to building a stronger, more resilient food industry while helping ensure healthier tomorrows for Canadian families and communities.
MNP’s core values guide how the organization views the world, shapes its culture, and informs its direction. Rooted in a strong history and entrepreneurial spirit, these values serve as the foundation for decision-making and long-term growth. MNP is committed to preserving and protecting its culture, recognizing that its values set the firm apart and underpin its client-focused approach.
Canada’s food and beverage processing sector operates in a complex environment shaped by tight margins, evolving regulations, and pressures throughout the supply chain. Success requires practical insight, industry experience, and advisors who understand the realities of the sector.
MNP works alongside food and beverage processors across the value chain, providing specialized industry knowledge and practical solutions to the challenges businesses face every day. Through active engagement with industry associations such as FABMb and strong relationships with processors across the country, MNP remains connected to the local, national, and global trends impacting the industry.
By delivering tailored services designed specifically for food and beverage operations, MNP helps businesses enhance performance, manage risk, and build a strong foundation for sustainable growth now and into the future.
https://www.mnp.ca/en/industries/food-and-beverage-processing
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is proud to partner with organizations like Food & Beverage Manitoba that are committed to strengthening and growing Canada’s food processing sector. By supporting industry associations and the businesses they serve, FCC helps food and beverage entrepreneurs turn potential into long-term success.
At FCC, strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We work alongside thousands of customers across the country, sharing knowledge, expertise, and financial solutions that help businesses thrive. When Canadian food and agriculture businesses succeed, so do the communities and industries that depend on them. FCC is more than a lender — we are a partner, catalyst, and champion for the future of Canadian agriculture and food.
Whether you are launching a new venture, scaling operations, or planning for long-term growth, FCC provides the financing, insights, and industry connections needed to support your goals. Our team understands the unique opportunities and challenges facing food processors and is committed to helping businesses identify new opportunities, invest with confidence, and build sustainable growth. Through tailored financial solutions and deep industry expertise, FCC helps businesses at every stage of growth position themselves for long-term success.
Through its promise to be remarkably human and refreshingly simple, TD strives to make banking more accessible, responsive, and focused on the needs of its clients.
Canada’s food and beverage sector is a vital driver of economic growth, innovation, and community development. From small entrepreneurial ventures to established processors and manufacturers, businesses across the industry face evolving market conditions, operational challenges, and opportunities for expansion.
TD works alongside businesses across the food and beverage value chain, providing financial expertise, strategic guidance, and banking solutions tailored to support growth and long-term success. Through strong client relationships and a deep understanding of the Canadian business landscape, TD helps organizations navigate change, manage risk, invest in their future, and seize new opportunities.
By working with industry associations such as Food & Beverage Manitoba, TD helps foster connections, share knowledge, and support initiatives that strengthen Manitoba’s food and beverage community. These partnerships create opportunities for entrepreneurs, processors, and manufacturers to access resources, build networks, and position themselves for future success.
Committed to supporting both businesses and the communities they serve, TD combines industry insight, financial strength, and a client-focused approach to help build a more resilient, sustainable, and prosperous future for Canada’s food and beverage industry. Through initiatives that foster economic growth, community development, and long-term sustainability, TD continues to help create the conditions for businesses and communities to thrive.