The plastic packaging market in Canada is expected to grow steadily, increasing from about USD 12.12 billion in 2026 to nearly USD 19.37 billion by 2035, with an average annual growth rate of 5.35%. This growth is mainly driven by rising environmental awareness, specific requirements from different industries, changing consumer preferences, and ongoing technological improvements that are helping the market expand over time.
Recent Developments
- In February 2026, the consumer goods forum’s plastic waste coalition in partnering with the Avery Dennison, and Amcor launched the reusable packaging project for personal and home care in Ottawa, Canada
- In December 2025, The Circular Plastic Taskforce, Recycle BC, and Eco Entreprises Quebec have announced the introduction of BiblioFlex which is a revolutionary initiative. It is aimed to enhance the understanding of flexible plastic packaging composition.
Top Companies in the Canada Plastic Packaging Market Trends
- CCL Industries Inc. (Toronto): It is a global leader in specialty labels, security, and packaging for home & personal care, food & beverage, and healthcare.
- TC Transcontinental Inc. (Montreal): It specializes in flexible plastic products, including bags, pouches, rollstock, and shrink films for markets such as dairy, pet food, and medical products.
- Amcor plc (Canada Operations): It is focusing on recycle-ready packaging in Canada, including partnerships for dairy and pharmaceutical applications.
- Berry Global, Inc. (Canada Division): It boosts Amcor's portfolio in PE shrink, health, and wellness packaging.
- Winpak Ltd. (Winnipeg): It specializes in high-barrier packaging films and rigid containers for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
- Others: Intertape Polymer Group (IPG), Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd., Polykar Inc., Peel Plastic Products Ltd., Vins Plastics, Ampak Inc., Container Corporation of Canada, Plastipak Holdings, Hood Packaging Corporation and Emballages Pro-Flex.
