TORONTO, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nestlé Canada has wrapped up an expansion project worth over $50 million at its historic candy factory in downtown Toronto. This factory has been a key part of Ontario’s manufacturing scene for more than a century – and it’s also Nestlé’s only certified peanut-free facility in North America – now boasting even more capacity to support ongoing growth in Canadian manufacturing.
This investment introduces new production space, state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, and upgraded site utilities. A particularly exciting addition is a new flexible moulding line designed to create KITKAT® and Aero®, allowing the factory to respond better to demand across Nestlé’s main confectionery brands.
“Our 550 factory employees have built an incredible legacy, and this investment gives them even more to build on – new capacity and capability to carry that work forward,” says Chandra Kumar, President & CEO of Nestlé Canada. “Together, that’s what unlocks our next chapter of growth, innovation, and leadership in confectionery.”
“Nestlé’s Toronto factory has been creating good-paying jobs and contributing to Ontario’s economy for over 100 years,” said the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario. “This expansion is an important vote of confidence in our workers and in our plan to make Ontario the best place in the world to invest, build and grow. We’re excited to see Nestlé continue building on their legacy in Toronto and producing the made-in-Ontario products Canadians love.”
“Nestlé’s investment is great news for Toronto and for Canada,” says the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry. “This expansion strengthens our domestic supply chains, supports good jobs, and reinforces Canada’s position as a world-class food manufacturing hub. It is a strong vote of confidence in Canadian workers and Canadian-made products.
As one of the few urban factories of its kind, the site was also thoughtfully redesigned as part of the project. The updated layout optimizes site logistics and helps reduce traffic disruptions on Sterling Road for the surrounding community.
The investment also reinforces Nestlé Canada’s commitment to responsible sourcing. Confectionery products made at the factory are produced in a Rainforest Alliance-certified facility using cocoa sourced through the Nestlé Cocoa Plan. Cocoa also comes through Nestlé’s Income Accelerator Program, which today reaches approximately 45,000 cocoa-farming families in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana – helping close the living income gap and reduce the risk of child labour in these communities.
“This factory has a proud legacy in Toronto, and it has always been at the heart of how we bring Canadians the brands they love,” continues Kumar. “This investment carries that momentum forward – as a commitment to Canadian manufacturing, fostering innovation, and building the next 100 years of great chocolate right here in Canada.”
The facility proudly manufactures Canadian favourites including KITKAT®, Aero®, SMARTIES®, and Coffee Crisp®.
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Britt Ballentine, Citizen Relations: britt. ballentine@citizenrelations. com
About Nestlé Canada
Nestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company present in 189 countries. Nestlé is a Swiss multinational company that has been operating in Canada since 1887. They locally manufacture or distribute some of the world’s most recognized brands like NESQUIK, HÄAGEN-DAZS, KIT KAT , NESCAFÉ , PERRIER , NESPRESSO , GERBER , and NESTLÉ PURINA. Their team consists of about 3 ,500 employees across roughly 12 locations throughout Canada who are dedicated to unlocking food’s power to enhance quality life for everyone today as well as future generations. More information can be found at www. corporate. nestle. ca/en
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