Driving innovation, connection, and advocacy for Canada’s plant-based foods sector.
Advocating for regulations that support innovation
Building a stronger reputation for the industry & partnerships
Supporting members to make better-informed business decisions
Who should join?
If you're part of the plant-based foods value chain, there's a place for you at PBFC.
We represent the full seed-to-plate ecosystem, including:
Ingredient suppliers and processors
Manufacturers
Brokers and distributors
Retailers
Consultants, legal, marketing, and other service providers
Whether you're an emerging brand or an industry leader, PBFC is your platform to connect, influence, and grow.
Our Impact
PBFC is more than a trade association — we’re the national voice driving progress for Canada’s plant-based food industry.
60+ member companies across the full seed-to-plate value chain
83% of members are actively engaged through the Advisory Board, committees, webinars, or events
90% satisfaction rate from our annual industry conference
A trusted partner in government advocacy, leading the call for regulatory modernization to support innovation and a level playing field
The only national organization uniting the full plant-based ecosystem to:
→ Expand consumer access to plant-based foods
→ Support domestic growth and innovation
→ Strengthen Canada’s competitiveness on the global stage
Member Benefits
Manufacturers
Shape the regulatory environment
Be part of the collective voice influencing key government policy and regulatory modernization, helping reduce time to market and streamline compliance for plant-based products.
Gain powerful consumer and retail insights
Access proprietary Canadian retail sales data, consumer buying behavior research, and expert webinars—insights that support strategic decision-making and innovation.
Build your brand through the Certified Plant Based icon
Secure use of the trusted Certified Plant Based mark*, helping consumers easily identify your products as plant-based on shelf.
Strengthen retail and industry relationships
Engage directly with industry leaders, trading partners, and retail decision-makers through exclusive member networking and PBFC’s Annual Conference.
Stay ahead with strategic updates
Receive timely intelligence on regulatory issues, government engagement, consumer trends, and sector developments—helping your business anticipate and adapt.
Direct your industry’s future
Participate in PBFC committees and the Advisory Board, where members shape advocacy priorities and initiatives.
* Pending approved certification by NSF International
Brokers & Distributors
Access valuable retail and consumer insights
Use exclusive Canadian retail sales data and consumer research to better guide clients, support product positioning, and identify growth opportunities.
Stay informed on regulatory changes
Keep ahead of evolving labeling, naming, and compliance standards that affect how plant-based products go to market.
Connect with emerging and established brands
Engage with manufacturers across Canada looking for distribution partners and strategic support to scale their businesses.
Enhance your value as a strategic partner
Leverage PBFC insights, events, and resources to strengthen relationships with current and prospective clients.
Build your network and industry profile
Participate in the PBFC Annual Conference and members-only events to expand your influence and visibility within the plant-based sector.
Ingredient Processors
Connect with manufacturers seeking plant-based inputs
Access a national network of manufacturers, co-packers, and brand owners looking for reliable ingredient partners.
Stay ahead of regulatory and labeling trends
Understand how changing regulations affect formulations, claims, and ingredient classifications in the plant-based category.
Support product innovation with insight
Access consumer behavior data and retail sales trends to inform your development of value-added plant-based ingredients.
Strengthen visibility within the plant-based ecosystem
Showcase your capabilities to an audience of engaged decision-makers across the full value chain.
Shape the future of the industry
Contribute to PBFC’s advocacy, insights, and programming to help elevate the role of Canadian-grown and processed ingredients.
Retailers
Access research on plant-based category performance
Tap into exclusive retail and consumer insights to support assortment planning, shelf strategy, and category growth.
Connect directly with innovative brands and suppliers
Engage with the companies driving innovation in the plant-based space—from early-stage brands to national players.
Stay current on regulatory developments
Receive updates on evolving standards for naming, labeling, and packaging that impact compliance and in-store execution.
Strengthen your industry relationships
Join a collaborative network of stakeholders working together to make plant-based foods more accessible to Canadians.
Influence the direction of the plant-based sector
Gain visibility into market shifts and contribute to shaping an industry that is critical to your customers and your business growth.