Farm Boy opens its 50th location in Ontario

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Ontario fresh food retailer, Farm Boy, has opened its 50th location in Burlington, Ontario, with 21 locations now in the Greater Toronto Area.

Shawn Linton

“We are incredibly thrilled to open our 50th store and deeply humbled by the overwhelming support of our customers across Ontario that have made this milestone possible,” said Shawn Linton, President and General Manager of Farm Boy Company Inc

“Joining the Burlington South community is a significant step for us, and we look forward to bringing our fresh-market experience to this vibrant area. Our commitment remains to deliver fresh, high-quality products at excellent value, and unparalleled customer service, while fostering a strong connection with our new neighbours.”

The new store is located at 3230 Fairview Street. It features Farm Boy’s signature offerings, including a vibrant assortment of fresh produce, quality Canadian meats, local dairy, and a wide variety of popular Farm Boy exclusive private-label products. Complementing these offerings will be a selection of gluten-free, plant-based, vegan, and vegetarian options, catering to diverse dietary preferences.  

Farm Boy in Burlington Ontario

Highlights of what awaits Burlington South residents at Farm Boy: 

  • Abundant high-quality farm-fresh produce, including local and organic products. 
  • Hundreds of Ontario-sourced, fresh dairy, meat, and grocery products. 
  • Hormone-free, organic beef, chicken, and pork. 
  • Premium-quality, 100 per cent Canadian beef, pork, and chicken. 
  • Hot bar and salad bar selections with a wide variety of quality grab-and-go items, catering to diverse tastes and busy schedules.
  • A curated collection of exclusive Farm Boy private-label products. 
  • A diverse selection of local, international, and Canadian cheese. 
  • Sustainable shopping options, including reusable bags. 

Farm Boy has grown from a small produce stand starting in Cornwall in 1981 to 50 stores located across Ontario with further expansion plans underway.

Farm Boy in Burlington Ontario

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