Join Food and Beverage Ontario
As the voice of Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing sector, Food and Beverage Ontario works every day to create a stronger business environment for processors and the organizations that support them. Membership provides access to advocacy, industry intelligence, connections, and resources designed to help your organization succeed.
Member Benefits
- A Strong Voice for the Sector – We advocate on behalf of Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturers with all levels of government on issues that impact your business.
- Stay Informed – Receive timely updates on government policy, regulations, trade, labour, funding opportunities, and emerging industry issues.
- Industry Intelligence – Access exclusive research, consumer insights, economic data, and market trends through partnerships with organizations such as NielsenIQ, Abacus Data, and other leading industry experts.
- Build Valuable Connections – Network with manufacturers, suppliers, government officials, and industry leaders through conferences, webinars, regional events, and member networking opportunities.
- Education & Professional Development – Participate in webinars, workshops, and educational sessions focused on topics that matter to your business.
- Workforce & Talent Support – Benefit from workforce initiatives like CareersNOW! that help attract, develop, and retain talent within Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing sector.
- Funding & Business Resources – Stay informed about grants, funding programs, export opportunities, and business supports available to manufacturers.
- Raise Your Company’s Profile – Showcase your organization through sponsorship opportunities, speaking engagements, member spotlights, and FBO communications.
- Connect with Trusted Industry Partners – Build relationships with suppliers, service providers, and organizations that support the success of Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing community.
- Be Part of a Stronger Industry – Your membership helps strengthen Ontario’s largest manufacturing sector by supporting advocacy, collaboration, workforce development, and initiatives that benefit the industry as a whole.
A Stronger Voice Together
Food and Beverage Ontario is a member-driven organization. Every membership strengthens our ability to advocate on behalf of the sector, deliver meaningful programs and events, provide timely industry intelligence, and create opportunities that help Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing industry grow and thrive.
Membership Categories
Food and Beverage Ontario offers membership in two categories: Processor Membership and Industry Associates.
Processor Members include food and beverage manufacturers of all sizes—from entrepreneurs and emerging businesses to established family-owned companies and multinational manufacturers—who process food or beverage products in Ontario.
Industry Associates are organizations that support Ontario’s food and beverage manufacturing sector. This includes suppliers, professional service firms, technology providers, financial institutions, educational organizations, research partners, and other businesses and non-profits that contribute to the success and growth of the industry.
If you have any questions about membership or would like to discuss which category is right for your organization, please contact Jason Crawford, Director of Membership & Industry Relations, at jcrawford@foodandbeverageontario.ca
You can email completed applications to Jason Crawford at jcrawford@foodandbeverageontario.ca
