# Lactalis Canada Opens New R&D Centre

> Lactalis Canada launches Ontario R&D hub to boost Canadian dairy innovation.
- Title: Lactalis Canada Opens New R&D Centre · Financial Post
- Summary: Lactalis Canada launches Ontario R&D hub to boost Canadian dairy innovation. Lactalis Canada opened a new R&D centre in Ingleside, Ontario, to advance…
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- Source: Financial Post — https://financialpost.com/globe-newswire/lactalis-canada-opens-new-rd-centre-in-ingleside-ontario-strengthening-canadas-food-manufacturing-and-agrifood-sector
- Author: GlobeNewswire
- Published: 2026-10-21T18:54:13+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lactalis canada, rd centre, ingleside ontario, dairy manufacturing, agrifood sector, cheese research, money, business
## Lactalis Canada Opens New R&D Centre
Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader behind emblematic brands including Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia, officially opened its new Research & Development Centre in Ingleside, Ontario.
## New Facility Supports North American R&D
The R&D centre features advanced pilot-scale capabilities and specialized testing spaces designed to support product and process development.
## CEO Highlights Investment Commitment
Mark Taylor, President and CEO, stated Lactalis Canada has invested over $900 million in manufacturing, distribution and transformation initiatives since 2018.
## R&D Centre Targets Cheddar Cheese Innovation
Sandra Senez, Vice President, Research & Development, North America, said the centre will become a Lactalis Group global expertise centre for cheddar cheese.
## Facility Inaugurated October 20, 2026
The facility was officially inaugurated with a ribbon cutting ceremony and tour on October 20, 2026.
## Lactalis Canada's Brand Portfolio
Lactalis Canada operates over 30 sites with 19 manufacturing facilities across Canada and 4500 employees.
## Key takeaway

Lactalis Canada opened a new R&D centre in Ingleside, Ontario, to advance Canadian dairy and food manufacturing.