The Alberta Food Processors Association (AFPA) is thrilled to commemorate its 50th anniversary and recognize the outstanding achievements of Alberta’s food & beverage processors with the return of the Alberta Food & Beverage Awards.
“For five decades, AFPA has been a champion for Alberta’s food & beverage industry,” said Bianca Parsons, Executive Director. “We’re incredibly proud of the role we’ve played in ensuring food safety, fostering innovation, and promoting the success of our members. This year’s winners are a testament to the exceptional quality and diversity of products coming out of our province.”
The Alberta Food & Beverage Awards recognize excellence across 12 key food & beverage categories, focusing on Made in Alberta products that are raised, grown, or sourced in Alberta or whose final transformation process takes place in Alberta.
Left: Eagle Hill Farms, Winner Non-Alcoholic Beverage, Haskap Honey Sweetened Juice. Right: Canadian Rangeland Bison & Elk Inc., Winner Meat & Seafood, Bison Premium Tomahawk. See all the photos on the Made in Alberta site. Login required.
The 2024 Winners
Beverages (non-alcoholic)
Eagle Hill Farms
Haskap Honey Sweetened Juice
Alcohol
Highwood Distillers
Sweet Sippin’ Maple Whisky Cream
Cereal Products
Going Nuts
Coconut Crunch Granola
Condiments & Sauces
Monster Sauce
Monster Crunch Chili Crisp
Dairy
Friceys Prairie Fruit Pops Ltd.
Fruit Covered Ice Cream Bar
Sweets & Candy
WOW! Factor Desserts
Gulab Jamun Dainty Cheesecake
Growers
Sunterra Market
Sunterra Greenhouse Dutchess Strawberries
Snack Foods
7 Summits Snacks
Dark Chocolate Superfood Bar
Meat & Seafood
Canadian Rangeland Bison & Elk Inc.
Bison Premium Tomahawk
Oils & Seasoning
Darkside of the Grill Inc.
Killer Shroomz
Prepared Meals
Flat Out Feasts
Cajun Jicama & Pork Skillet
Snack Foods
WOW! Factor Desserts
Dark Chocolate Superfood Bar
AFPA’s Enduring Legacy
In addition to the Alberta Food & Beverage Awards, five Legacy Awards were bestowed upon AFPA leaders who have made a significant contribution to the association and the industry. Honoured at the event were Bryan Walton, Lori Schmaltz, Marilynn Boehm, Paul Murphy, and Louis Bontorin. To learn more about the contributions of each of this year’s Legacy Award recipients, check out the special edition of AFPA In Action magazine now available.
Two new industry awards were established to recognize the outstanding contributions of two of AFPA’s longest-serving and most-enduring advocates. In recognition of the outstanding contribution of AFPA’s long-serving Chairman, the Eric Haak Award will be bestowed annually upon an industry leader who exemplifies dedication, compassionate leadership, and a fervent passion for the future of Alberta’s Food & Beverage Industry. The Melody Pashko Award recognizes the legacy and contribution of AFPA’s own General Manager who has dedicated over 38 years to the betterment of our association and its members. Companies will now be able to nominate a staff member who goes above and beyond, exemplifying Melody’s tireless work ethic and industry advocacy, ensuring that future generations within our industry are inspired by her legacy.
On behalf on the AFPA staff and membership, congratulations to all award recipients on your well-deserved achievements and to AFPA on 50 years of continued success.
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