Bimbo Canada to Close Bakery in Quebec City

Toronto / CA. (bbc) Bimbo Canada is closing its bakery in Quebec City by the end of the year. Operations will wind down gradually over the balance of the year as production moves to the Company’s other bakeries. The business is focused on optimizing its manufacturing footprint and ensuring that its network of bakeries operate effectively and efficiently to drive profitable growth.

«By consolidating and continuing to make significant investments in our operations, we will ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of our business,» said Marie-Ève Royer, President, Bimbo Canada. «It was a difficult decision, and I will personally ensure that we do everything possible to ease the impact on our people.» The bakery employs approximately 141 associates. In addition to a period of working notice, Bimbo Canada will provide severance packages, personal counselling and outplacement services.

Bimbo Canada to Close Bakery in Lévis

In May Bimbo Canada announced the closure of another bakery in Lévis, Quebec. Since Juli 2024, Products made at that facility are baked at other bakeries with available capacity, primarily located in Quebec. The bakery in Lévis employed approximately 95 associates.