CANADA | Mars, Incorporated has announced the completion of a CAD 180 million investment to accelerate manufacturing innovation and workplace modernisation across its four Ontario facilities.
This investment has strengthened the company’s long-term commitment to fueling Canada’s economic growth by advancing local manufacturing, modernising workplaces and supporting Canadian communities.
Spanning 2022–2026, it underscores Mars Canada’s dedication to its consumers, Associates, and partners, bringing its total investment in Canadian operations to nearly CAD 400 million since 2015.
More than CAD 100 million of the investment focuses on three major packing line transformations at Mars facilities, strengthening long-term performance, boosting reliability and increasing production capacity to produce new formats that meet evolving consumer tastes.
Across Mars Snacking, Pet Nutrition, Food & Nutrition, and Royal Canin, the investment has also introduced best-in-class safety equipment systems and sustainability improvements designed to advance both operational excellence and environmental performance.
“As we mark 40 years of operations in Bolton, producing trusted brands like PEDIGREE, TEMPTATIONS and WHISKAS, this investment underscores our commitment to Canadian manufacturing and innovation,” said Romain Dumas, General Manager, Mars Pet Nutrition, Canada.
“We look forward to continuing to serve the evolving needs of our customers, our community and pet parents, while furthering innovation for the future growth of the category.”
With more than a century of operations in Canada, Mars has continued to invest in both its people and its production, driving innovation, sustainability and long-term growth across its Ontario facilities.
The company’s 1,800 dedicated Associates in Bolton, Newmarket and Guelph are central to its success, helping strengthen local communities and the Canadian economy, and advancing Canadian manufacturing for generations to come.
