Canadian consumer brands have long seen the U.S. as a critical market for growth. However, as direct-to-consumer models mature, many consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies find their most impactful traction through strategic physical retail partnerships. Rather than casting a wide net, these brands leverage highly curated U.S. retailers to establish credibility, gain trial, and unlock national expansion. For emerging Canadian names like Blume, Mid-Day Squares, and Nuts For Cheese, retailers such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, Erewhon, Wegmans, and more are proving to be more than just distribution points; they’re brand-building partners…(Read more).

Published on June 23, 2025
Written by Brin Snelling
Originally published by Forbes