Tuesday evening’s Alizés Awards 2025 held at Steam Whistle Brewery right downtown Toronto, offered a vibrant celebration of Canada’s top agri-food exporters, blending pride and conviviality. Organized by Group Export Agri-Food Québec-Canada, SIAL Canada and FCC along with a number of illustrious sponsors, the event honoured excellence in export strategy across various categories.

Turkey Hill Sugarbush received the SME Award, presented by Fonds de solidarité FTQ, while Russet House took home the Large Company Award, sponsored by FCC. The Canadian Market Award, presented by National Bank, went to Aliments Ouimet – Cordon Bleu and the Innovative Export Strategy Award, sponsored by Inno-centre, was awarded to Boulart.

In addition, three standout companies – Aliments Ouimet – Cordon Bleu, NOA – Monsieur Cocktail, and Oliméga – Signé Caméline (the 2025 Gold winner of SIAL Innovation) – were each awarded a booth at SIAL Paris 2026, courtesy of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

The evening was a joyful tribute to the drive, creativity, and global ambition of Canadian companies making their mark beyond national borders.

Photo: © Juan Pablo San Martin