Mastronardi Produce, Red Sun Farms, and Oppy have received an award from Canada's Best Managed Companies program. It is one of the country's leading business award programs, recognizing innovative and world-class businesses. To attain the designation, companies are evaluated on their leadership in the areas of strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities, and innovation, governance and financial performance. "These companies truly impact how Canada is viewed on the world stage when it comes to the success of private business," said Derrick Dempster, Partner, Deloitte Private and Co-Leader, Canada's Best Managed Companies program.
Mastronardi Produce
© Mastronardi ProduceMastronardi Produce is a 2025 winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club designation. This is the 16th consecutive win for the company. "Being once again honored as one of Canada's best Managed Companies in 2025 and retaining the prestigious Platinum Club is a testament to our team's commitment to success," said Paul Mastronardi, President and CEO of Mastronardi Produce. "We're thrilled to be celebrating two exciting milestones this year," he added. "This year marks the 30th anniversary of a produce first, the iconic Campari® cocktail tomato, and receiving a 16th consecutive Canada's Best Managed Company award adds to the festivities."
© Mastronardi Produce
Red Sun Farms
© Red Sun FarmsRed Sun Farms achieved Platinum Club status with the Canada's Best Managed Companies program by retaining its Best Managed designation for 13 consecutive years. "This recognition highlights our dedication to investing time and effort in fostering strong, long-term business partnerships and developing a successful team," says Carlos Visconti, CEO of Red Sun Farms. "Guided by our core values of Accountability, Collaboration, Trust, and Innovation, we continue to cultivate an environment that makes Red Sun Farms a trusted partner for lasting relationships. Our team embraces these values in every aspect of our operations, and this acknowledgment reinforces our leadership within the produce industry."
Oppy
© OppyOppy has received the award for the 24th time, being selected every year since 2001 and maintaining platinum status for the 17th year. At the heart of Oppy's sustained success is John Anderson, chairman, CEO, and managing partner, who marked his 50th year with the company this March. "John's half-century with the company is nothing short of extraordinary," said David Smith, president and chief operating officer. "This Best Managed recognition is, in many ways, a reflection of John's enduring legacy and the team culture he helped foster."
"It is a true honor to receive this recognition year after year," said Anderson. "It speaks volumes about our organization's commitment to excellence and the strong values we nurture. I'm incredibly proud to celebrate this achievement with the people who have made Oppy what it is today."
Fresh Direct Produce
Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. ("Fresh Direct"), and its partner companies,
Islands West Manufacturers Ltd., and Emperor Specialty Foods Ltd., are honoured to be one of Canada's Best Managed Companies over the past decade. "We are excited to receive our 14th consecutive Best Managed Companies Award. I want to thank our team members, customers, vendors and business partners for coming together to ensure a stable supply of nutritious and delicious fresh produce for Canadians, and we are excited to further expand our distribution in Canada as we celebrate our 22nd Anniversary in business," says Group President Adri de Wet.
For more information:
Geoff Kosar
Mastronardi Produce
Tel: 519-326-3218
Geoff.Kosar@sunsetgrown.com
www.sunsetgrown.com
Leona Neill
Red Sun Farms
Tel.: 519-712-8493
lneill@redsunfarms.com
www.redsunfarms.com
Kelsey Van Lissum
Oppy
Tel.: +1 (604) 461-6779
kelsey.van.lissum@oppy.com
www.oppy.com
Peter App
Fresh Direct Produce
peter.app@freshdirectproduce.com
www.freshdirectproduce.com