Nortera, a leading Canadian processor and marketer of high-quality frozen and canned vegetables, announced this week that it has reached an agreement to acquire the Green Giant and Le Sieur brands in Canada from U.S.-based B&G Foods. The transaction, which remains subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, will return two of Canada’s most beloved brands to Canadian ownership.
For more than 30 years, and with a location in Strathroy, Nortera has served as the exclusive producer of Green Giant and Le Sieur products in Canada. The acquisition builds on this long-standing relationship and further strengthens Nortera’s diverse portfolio, which already includes trusted brands such as Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.
With operations across eight Canadian facilities, over 2,100 employees, and partnerships with more than 400 local producers, Nortera’s acquisition underscores its deep commitment to Canadian consumers, retailers, and growers.
Production of Green Giant and Le Sieur products will continue to meet the highest quality standards at Nortera’s facilities in Tecumseh, Ontario; Lethbridge, Alberta; and Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, where a $28 million investment was recently announced to modernize operations. Nortera is also expanding and reinforcing partnerships with more than 100 growers and suppliers, supporting local agriculture and strengthening food sovereignty across Canada.
Written by: C. Soares