Industry Profile: Bakeries and Tortilla Manufacturing is your essential guide to understanding the backbone of Canada’s baked goods sector.
Explore the dynamics of the second largest segment of the food processing industry, which generated nearly $16 Billion in sales annually as of 2022 and contributed over $4.7 Billion to Canada’s GDP in 2021.
This comprehensive profile details the structure of the industry, which comprises establishments manufacturing bread, cookies, crackers, and tortillas, as well as those producing baked goods for retail sale. Key findings highlight that the sector employs over 51,100 people, with the Baker being the largest occupation group, accounting for approximately 25% of employment.
Discover critical market intelligence, including the fact that Canadian baked goods are highly successful globally, generating $6.2 Billion in exports in 2022, with Ontario acting as the main baked goods producer, accounting for two-thirds of reported sales. The profile also sheds light on the industry’s demographic trends, noting its notably younger labour force compared to the general manufacturing sector.
