Beverages
Canada’s dynamic beverage industry includes traditional beverage processors, as well as breweries, wineries and distilleries. These segments have seen immense growth over the past few decades. The multi-billion-dollar non-alcoholic beverage industry is defined by an expansive lineup and continued innovation, as new products in the soft drink, sports drink, juices, water, dairy, tea and coffee categories are introduced.
As the industry continues to expand, the competition will only become more intense. Our beverage processing specialists offer the in-depth services you need to contain competitors that spill into your key markets. We deliver the industry expertise and scalable solutions to enhance all aspects of your beverage business structure so you can effectively manage growth, streamline operations and increase profitability.
Solutions for Your Success
Canada’s brewery, winery and beverage industry is flourishing, attracting more customers and business than ever. We help you stand out in a crowded but vibrant marketplace.
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Whether you want to buy, sell or exit, expand production facilities or re-finance your capital structure, our beverage industry specialists present solutions to grow your organization’s top line revenues.
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Work on what you can control: to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of your operations. We will identify cost-saving measures, assess performance, analyse costs and develop strategic growth plans.
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Transition out of the business you’ve worked hard to build, on your terms. We work with you on tax and estate planning, wealth and asset management and valuations — so your business can thrive well after you’ve left.
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Our unique approach to assurance seamlessly integrates with existing business processes to help you control costs, streamline operations, ensure compliance and cultivate opportunities for growth.
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Utilize a tax strategy that ensures compliance while minimizing your tax exposure.
Insights
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Agility
August 15, 2025
Keep your bakery competitive with the help of automation
From reducing waste and labour strain to improving innovation, automation offers practical solutions for modern bakeries.
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Agility
August 06, 2025
How transparency is shaping the future of plant-based F&B
As consumers pay closer attention to ingredients, plant-based brands are turning to clean labels to build trust, meet regulations, and stand out on shelves.
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Performance
July 24, 2025
Case Study: How one mid-size Canadian grocer is improving profitability and cash flow
Faced with margin pressure and rising costs, the Canadian grocer uncovered millions in savings with MNP’s help — turning insight into lasting profitability.
Contact Our Food and Beverages Processing Team
Matt MacDonald MBA
National Leader, Food & Beverage Processing
Matt is MNP’s National Leader of the Firm’s Food and Beverage Processing practice and a Business Advisor, Assurance and Accounting, in Mississauga. Matt proactively helps clients manage their business and set strategic goals for both their personal and professional futures. By leveraging his extensive experience working with family businesses and clients across multiple sectors, Matt helps his clients implement practical business advisory, tax, and accounting strategies, along with strong business fundamentals.
An active participant in the food and beverage processing industry and various associations across Canada, Matt brings more than 15 years of experience to his role as a trusted advisor.
Matt received an Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) in political science and economics from McMaster University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in executive leadership and finance from Liberty University.
Matt has extensive board experience in both the private and not-for-profit sectors, most recently serving as a national director for Make-A-Wish Canada. He sits on the Oakville Chamber of Commerce board of directors.