Join us at the
Annual FBO Town Hall and Golf Tournament
September 17, 2026 | Lion Head Golf and Conference Centre
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About Food and Beverage Ontario
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Solving the employment gap
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Implementing facility automation+ innovation
Canadian employers–boost your team with student talent!
The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), powered by Magnet, offers employers up to $5,000 in wage subsidy funding when they hire a post-secondary student for a paid work placement.
Since its launch in 2017, SWPP has provided more than 250,000 WIL opportunities for Canadian students, allowing students to build skills through on-the-job learning and providing employers with essential new talent.
If you plan on hiring students, you can apply today. Applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis, so don’t wait! Learn more and apply today at swpprogram.ca
Magnet also offers a dedicated, streamlined application process with one-on-one support for employers who hire more than ten students. If you plan to hire 10+ students, please get in touch at swpp@magnetnetwork.ca to get started.
Funded by the Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program
ABOUT US
FBO is a not-for-profit, leadership organization dedicated to advancing the interests of Ontario's food and beverage processors.
Our focus is on the success, prosperity and growth of the food and beverage processing sector. We work collaboratively with our colleagues and partners across the agriculture and food supply chain.
Food and Beverage Ontario has prepared the following report as a guide to a more competitive and co-ordinated industry.
Applications open for Grain Farmers of Ontario’s 2027 Grains Innovation Fund
Grain Farmers of Ontario is now accepting applications for the 2027 Grains Innovation Fund, which supports projects that create new market opportunities and increase demand for Ontario-grown grains and grain products.
The Grains Innovation Fund provides grants of up to $75,000 per project, covering up to 60 per cent of eligible project costs. Through the Grains Innovation Fund, a total of $250,000 will be invested into projects for the 2027 year.
For more information, please visit: https://gfo.ca/news-releases/applications-open-for-grain-farmers-of-ontarios-2027-grains-innovation-fund/
CareersNOW! is Food and Beverage Ontario’s workforce development initiative for Ontario’s food and beverage processing industry.
If you’re an employer or someone considering a career in Ontario’s food and beverage industry, you can learn more here
Donate Surplus Food Through Second Harvest
Second Harvest works with thousands of food businesses across the supply chain to rescue and redistribute unsold, surplus food to over 4,400 non-profits and charitable organizations in Canada.
By donating surplus food, you’re not only feeding those in need but also reducing the environmental impact of food waste, improving employee engagement and meeting your corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals. Every $1.00 donated to Second Harvest provides $5.45 in social, environmental and economic benefit to the community.
FBO Food and Beverage Processor Forum
Welcome to the Food and Beverage Processor Forum. A podcast tailor-made for Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturers. Whether you’re an owner or a professional in the industry with a passion for food and business, this podcast is for you.
For more information on the series, please click HERE.
As a small and medium-sized enterprise in the food and beverage sector, keeping pace with evolving government policy and regulation, provincial funding priorities, talent sourcing, and emerging technologies such as AI and automation can be challenging. Membership with Food and Beverage Ontario has been invaluable in helping us understand and navigate these issues, while preparing for future challenges and opportunities in Ontario. Our team has seen a strong return on our investment through FBO membership.
Nimal Amitirigala
President, Grace Foods Canada
BECOME A MEMBER
FBO represents Ontario processor businesses of all sizes and categories.
We also offer membership for industry stakeholders and partners including suppliers, vendors, academia, associations and other relevant businesses. New members are always welcome.
A few of our proud members.
What we do
As your leadership organization, FBO offers access to industry leaders, decision makers and a network of like-minded food and beverage sector individuals.
As your advocate, FBO provides a convincing voice of influence with government on issues of public policy, regulations and programs.
As your collaborator, FBO connects with other organizations on developing and offering resources, tools and the latest information that directly supports business efficiency and competitiveness.
As your strategist, FBO’s Making Food and Beverages a Recipe for Success – 2018-2023 Strategic Priorities ensures a competitive industry.
As your network, FBO brings together your colleagues and industry leaders, a great resource for those just starting out and veteran processors.
As your educator, FBO offers informational and educational opportunities.
FBO Year in Review
FBO 2025 | 2026
We are pleased to share our 2025/26 Year in Review! To read the review, please click on the link below.
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