Vantage Foods Belleville Acquired By Nationally-Renowned Beef Company

One of Canada’s largest beef companies has taken over a food processing facility in Belleville

JBS Canada, based out of Alberta, has recently acquired Vantage Foods, located in the city’s Northeast Industrial Park.

A media release from the Quinte Economic Development Commission stated this is a powerful move for JBS Canada that will bring security and legacy to the Bay of Quinte region.

The Vantage seafood line and “case-ready” red meat go directly onto the shelf for customer convenience, including pork, beef, lamb, sausage, and ground beef. Custom cuts are provided to Metro and are available at Food Basics, Metro, and Super C (Quebec) grocery stores.

“JBS Food will continue this high-quality food production legacy, making it even more secure, providing food, job, and economic security to the Bay of Quinte area”

 

Vantage Foods has been a key member of the Bay of Quinte business community during the last 10 years. Employing over 300 people at the Belleville facility, they’ve always had a desire to grow here long term.

JBS Food will continue this high-quality food production legacy, making it even more secure, providing food, job, and economic security to the Bay of Quinte area.

The purchase of a strong Bay of Quinte company by a strong national company is a powerful move toward future success for both JBS Canada and the Bay of Quinte area. JBS has acquired a top-quality facility, highly engaged workforce, strong customer relationships, convenient logistics access, and outstanding economic development support. “JBS acknowledges the accomplishments of Vantage Foods and shares their vision to grow the business in the area long term,” stated David Colwell, President, JBS Canada.

“The region has great partners to work with to support your vision for growth – JBS Food sees that and wants in,” stated JBS Food Ontario Belleville General Manager. Alan Cook, General Manager, JBS Food Ontario (Belleville)

“In my meeting with David Colwell, he shared the impressive company scope, history, and values of this strong company. We are thrilled that JBS has acquired Vantage Foods’ in Belleville. This investment demonstrates the confidence JBS has in the facility, workforce, and our community.” said Belleville Mayor Mitch Panciuk.

Originally published by inquinte.ca