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Maple Leaf Foods' 2025 Integrated Report: A Commitment to Sustainability

On June 18, 2026, Maple Leaf Foods, listed on the TSX as MFI, published its highly anticipated 2025 Integrated Report. This annual overview outlines the company's sustainability achievements, strategic advancements, and financial performance over the past year. Under the leadership of President and CEO Curtis Frank, the report reflects the company’s ongoing transformation into a purpose-driven, brand-led leader in the consumer packaged goods sector.

A Defining Year for Maple Leaf Foods

Curtis Frank stated, “This has been a defining year for Maple Leaf Foods.” He elaborated on the successful spin-off of their pork operations and completing the last phase of a $2 billion transformation initiative. This evolution positions Maple Leaf Foods with heightened financial strength, clearer strategic focus, and improved performance consistency, fostering robust momentum for future growth.

Striving for Sustainability

The report articulates the company’s commitment to being the most sustainable protein company globally. Frank emphasized the disciplined approach Maple Leaf Foods is taking towards enhancing business performance alongside leadership in sustainability. The report details various initiatives, including:

• - Accelerating environmental pursuits.
• - Elevating animal care standards.
• - Tackling food insecurity within local communities.

Such commitments are firmly integrated into the company's operational ethos and strategic direction, aimed at creating lasting value for all stakeholders involved.

Highlights of the 2025 Integrated Report

The 2025 Integrated Report showcases progress made by Maple Leaf Foods regarding financial performance and sustainability initiatives. Here are some notable highlights:

Making Better Food

• - The introduction of Musafir®, a South Asian-inspired protein-forward brand, alongside Mighty Protein® chicken sticks, which offer a cleaner snacking option with fewer fillers.
• - Schneiders® and Maple Leaf® retained their positions as the #1 and #2 packaged meat brands in Canada, respectively, while Maple Leaf Prime® secured the top spot for fresh poultry.
• - The Mina® brand led the market as the #1 Halal brand in fresh poultry, while Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® was ranked as the leading sustainable packaged meats brand in Canada and third in the U.S.

Taking Better Care of Our People

• - The company advanced its social compliance initiatives, completing audits at key facilities.
• - Safety metrics recorded significant improvements in 2025, reflecting over a decade of consistent focus on workplace safety.

Taking Better Care of Our Communities

• - The Maple Leaf Centre for Feed Security donated nearly $2 million worth of protein-rich foods across Canada and the U.S.
• - Employees volunteered in 26 communities across Canada, participating in 44 events organized by Volunteer Champions.

Taking Better Care of Our Animals

• - Construction was completed on new, state-of-the-art hatching egg barns for broiler breeders to ensure better animal welfare.
• - The company also piloted remote video welfare auditing and health monitoring for animals.

Taking Better Care of Our Planet

• - Maple Leaf Foods achieved significant waste reduction, with 10 additional facilities becoming landfill-free, totaling 13 sites committed to this goal across the organization.
• - Ongoing progress towards science-based climate targets continues to build on reductions achieved since 2018.
• - Partnerships in regenerative agriculture were expanded, supporting local growers in improving soil health and reducing emissions across thousands of acres.

Conclusion

The Integrated Report serves as a testament to Maple Leaf Foods' commitment to enhancing sustainability and social responsibility. To view the complete report, visit the Integrated Report section of their website. Maple Leaf Foods continues to be a role model in the protein industry, leading with purpose, innovation, and a dedication to creating positive impacts for all stakeholders.