Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Hilton Foods Canada Launch
Agreement Number:
AIP-PAI - 3213
Agreement Value:
$3,500,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 31, 2026 - Jan 15, 2039
Description:
This project aims to establish a new standard for the Canadian agri-food industry by introducing innovative, first-in-Canada technologies and processes that are both commercially scalable in a secondary meat processing facility.
Organization:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Expected Results:
Hilton Foods Canada’s overarching strategic ambition is to set a new benchmark for the Canadian agri-food industry by introducing technologies and processes that are both first-in-Canada and commercially scalable. Unlike existing domestic facilities, which typically operate single-protein lines with limited flexibility, the Brantford operation will feature multi-protein, high-speed automated systems capable of producing red meat, pork, and seafood formats simultaneously.
Location:
Brantford, Ontario, CA N3S 7R4
Reference Number:
235-2025-2026-Q4-00241
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
728067612
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Hilton Foods Canada Inc.
Recipient's Legal Name:
Hilton Foods Canada Inc.
Program:
AgriInnovate Program
Program Purpose:
The AgriInnovate Program aims to incent targeted commercialization, demonstration and/or adoption of innovative technologies and processes that increase agricultural and agri-food sector competitiveness and sustainability benefits.
NAICS Code:
3116