SunOpta

This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for our amazing employees and customers who help us make a difference every day. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous and warm Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and togetherness. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #TeamSunOpta

This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the deep-rooted history and vibrant culture of Native communities, especially in Omak, Washington—home to our fruit snack plant (pictured). Omak is located within the ancestral homelands of the Colville Confederated Tribes, a union of twelve bands that have lived in the region for generations. The Colville Tribes have a profound connection to the land, practicing sustainable agriculture and resource stewardship long before modern methods. Today, they remain an integral part of the region’s cultural and economic fabric, championing environmental preservation and strengthening community resilience. We’re especially grateful to our team members, Terry Llewellyn and Ben Atkins, for sharing their personal stories and reflections on the importance of Native American Heritage Month. #SunOptaProud #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #Diversity?

“Brian W. Kocher, who is closing in on his one-year anniversary as SunOpta’s chief executive officer, told analysts, ‘We once again demonstrated our ability to drive significant growth, improve productivity and profitability and build processes for sustainable shareholder value creation,’” Food Business News reports @foodbusinessnews?@eric schroeder #Q3 #yoysales #innovation? https://lnkd.in/gdEarg2R Brian Kocher

We’re excited to share that SunOpta has been ranked #35 out of 100 in the Food, Drink & Tobacco category on Forbes' 2025 America's Most Successful Small-Cap Companies List! ?? Forbes used data from FactSet to evaluate 914 companies with a market value between $300 million and $2 billion, narrowing the list to highlight stocks excelling in earnings growth, sales growth, return on equity, and total stock return. This recognition reflects the incredible dedication and innovation of our team as we continue to fuel the future of food! #SmallCapSuccess #Forbes #Leadership https://lnkd.in/gFmz8yVu

A huge thank you to Dana Theus for the inspiring and insightful talk on Crafting an Authentic Personal Brand for Leadership and Career Success, hosted by the SunOpta Women's Network. At SunOpta, inclusion and empowerment are at the heart of everything we do, and this discussion was a powerful reminder of the importance of staying true to ourselves as leaders while growing in our careers. #Leadership #PersonalBrand #SunOptaWomensNetwork

Want to know the questions to ask when looking for a contract manufacturer? Just ask Lauren McNamara, who says that the best contract manufacturer partnerships are built on trust through transparency. She also says: “It’s more essential than ever to partner with contract manufacturers who act as solutions providers, not just suppliers.” Learn more in this Food Business News article: https://lnkd.in/g_aF-YSV?#ContractManufacturing #FoodandBeverageIndustry #FoodBusinessNews

At our Niagara, Ontario facility, we recently celebrated Diwali, the vibrant ‘Festival of Lights’ and the largest South Asian festival! ? To honor this special occasion, we arranged a delicious catered Indian meal for all shifts, and the talented School of Indian Folk Arts & Tradition provided a dance performance to help everyone experience and appreciate Indian culture. It was a joyful, enriching day filled with community spirit! A big thanks to everyone who helped make this celebration memorable, fostering a culture where all feel seen, welcomed, and included! ?? #SunOptaProud #DiversityAndInclusion #DiwaliCelebration?

We're thrilled to welcome Cindy Peters as the new Plant Director for our Midlothian, TX plant! With over 20 years of experience in leadership, change management, cost control, continuous improvement and customer service, Cindy’s expertise is a fantastic addition to our team. Her passion for developing others and building high-performing teams aligns perfectly with our mission at SunOpta. Cindy holds a Bachelor’s in General Engineering from Century University, plus certifications in Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing, and Executive Leadership. Please join me in giving Cindy a warm welcome! We’re excited to see her impact on our Midlothian plant and beyond. ?? #SunOpta #NewHire #Leadership

"SunOpta reported strong, volume-driven revenue growth in Q3, according to its latest earnings...The gains signal that the company’s private label and co-manufacturing model is working amid the current economic climate." Thanks, NOSH for the report!?@NOSH?@adrianne deluca.?#revenuegrowth #privatelabel #comanufacturing https://lnkd.in/gQf3Bfjm

In honor of Veterans Day in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada, we’re celebrating the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of veterans across our company. This year, we’re proud to feature several employees, sharing their experiences and contributions. Please join us in recognizing these incredible individuals who have served and continue to inspire us all. Earl Samanns, a Material Handler III at our Alburtis, PA finished goods warehouse, served with the United States Marine Corps as Crew Chief on UH1N Helicopters from September 1993 to April 2001 at Camp Pendleton, California. Jesus Acuna-Zamora, Oat Extraction Production Supervisor at our Modesto facility served as Navy Petty Officer 3 on the USS Kearsarge from 2005 to 2008. He led firefighting and damage control efforts, supporting the ship’s mission and safety. Jesus also served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, aiding humanitarian missions with the 5th Marine Unit. In 2007, he helped his team swiftly respond to an enemy attack in Jordan, earning the crew the Combat Action Medal. John Engelbert, Production Maintenance Technician I at our Omak plant served as a Machinist Mate Master Chief (E-9), dedicating over 3 decades to the U.S. Navy, from 1981 to 2013. Over his career, he completed 8 deployments on 5 ships, including assignments in 4 combat zones and visited 52 countries. Jose Chavez, Operations Lead at the Alexandria MN Street location, served in the United States Marine Corps from December 1997 to June 2015, retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant (E7) and Administrative Chief. During his service, Jose was deployed to Iraq, the Philippines, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan, and Brunei. Kevin Swedal, a Production Maintenance Technician II at our Alexandria 3rd Avenue location, served as a Sergeant in the Army National Guard from 2008 to 2016, with deployments to Kuwait and Iraq. Lanardo Ware, a CI Specialist at our Midlothian facility, served in the U.S. Army from November 1988 to August 1996, achieving the rank of Sergeant. He served in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm with the 3rd Armored Division, and was then part of the 2nd Armored Division in Hanau, West Germany.? #VeteransDay #SunOptaProud