Awards & Recognition

Congratulations to Allyson Fenton, who has been awarded the Generation Next Award by Canadian Grocer in 2024! This award recognizes individuals under the age of 40 in the grocery industry who exemplify outstanding leadership, innovation, and a commitment to positive impact. Allyson’s achievements in driving growth and making a positive difference in the community have earned her this prestigious industry recognition. 

Bimbo Canada is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This national program celebrates organizations whose cultures drive performance and sustain a competitive advantage. 

This award is a reflection of our corporate purpose, mission, philosophy and beliefs as well as the dedication of our associates, making Bimbo Canada a leader in culture and performance. 

Bimbo Canada has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for 2024 by Canadian HR Reporter!

This tremendous honour highlights our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates and reflects our vibrant culture, competitive Total Rewards, and strong commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging.

Bimbo Canada has won a 2024 Canadian Grocer Impact Award for Sustainability for our bold steps in decarbonizing our business—not just through ambitious targets, but through tangible, impactful results.  

Since launching our 10-year sustainability strategy in 2021, we have achieved:  

• 21% reduction in direct (Scope 1) emissions since 2019. 

• Zero Scope 2 emissions thanks to our renewable electricity project investments. 

• Operation of 8 Energy Star-Certified industrial facilities, which is more than any other company in Canada.  

• Completion of the Energy Star Challenge at two facilities (Calgary and Moncton), reducing plant energy intensity by 10% in under five years. 

 Operating more sustainably not only aligns with our core values as an organization, but it is also good for business. We take environmental stewardship seriously and recognize that the food system has a big impact on the planet.  

Congratulations to Rana Trindade who was honoured with the prestigious Star Women in Grocery award in 2024. 

Canadian Grocer’s annual Star Women in Grocery Awards honours the achievements, influence, innovation and leadership of women in the Canadian grocery industry.  

Catherin Herrera, Director of Baking Technology, was recognized as an American Society of Baking’s Rising Baker of the year! The ASB Rising Bakers award celebrates young professionals who have been making outstanding contributions to wholesale baking, attained outstanding achievement, and contributed significantly to the profession. 

Catherin was selected for her many contributions to Bimbo Canada and Bimbo Bakeries USA, where she  demonstrated remarkable results and an innovative mindset by effectively implementing groundbreaking baking processes and contributing to the launch of noteworthy product innovations. 

 Little Bites Cookies and Thomas’ Breakfast Breads have been crowned as 2024 Best New Product Winners, as voted on by Canadian consumers.