Sustainable packaging is reshaping the packaging industry across the world, with Canada no exception to this. For example, the rise of plant-based milk is driving innovations in packaging, with companies like Tetra Pak introducing cartons made from renewable materials like sugarcane.
In Canada, the shift toward smaller pack sizes and increased use of recycled PET (rPET) in packaging is reflecting evolving consumer preferences and sustainability efforts. Smaller packs appeal to consumers seeking convenience and portion control, particularly among single-person households aiming to minimise food waste.
Aluminium/plastic pouches were gaining share in the packaging of processed seafood, including tuna and salmon, over the review period. One of the primary reasons for this is that aluminium/plastic pouches provide a strong barrier against contamination and spoilage, ensuring the safety and quality of perishable seafood products that require careful environmental control.
Plant-based milk was seeing rising demand in Canada in 2023, fuelled by consumer preferences for healthier and more sustainable choices. Companies like Tetra Pak and Elopak are introducing eco-friendly packaging solutions, including plant-based milk cartons made from renewable materials such as sugarcane and paperboard.
Glass bottles remain the dominant pack type for non-alcoholic wine in Canada, and were even gaining share due to prevailing consumer preferences in 2023. The “staying sober” trend was reflecting a major shift in consumer behaviour in Canada.
In 2023, smaller pack sizes were gaining share in colour cosmetics. This was primarily due to rising inflation in Canada, which has squeezed consumers’ disposable incomes.
In 2023, rPET bottles were seeing growth in soft drinks in Canada. rPET bottles have all the benefits of a PET bottle, such as being durable, ensuring safe transportation and storage of beverages, which is essential for products shipped over long distances.
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