Factor Meals, Canada’s leading ready to eat meal brand, has opened a new 50,000-square-foot kitchen and distribution centre in Calgary, saying the “state-of-the-art facility” establishes localized production in Western Canada, serving as a milestone in unlocking nationwide delivery for the brand this Fall.
Initially launched in 2022 to serve Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes, the Calgary expansion allows Factor Meals to seamlessly scale its dietitian-approved, chef-crafted meal deliveries from coast to coast, said the company.
“Activating our Calgary kitchen is a critical piece of the puzzle for Factor Meals in Canada,” said Ian Brooks, CEO of HelloFresh Canada, Factor Meals’ parent company. “This facility positions us to achieve national service in the coming months, bringing fresh, nutritious, and convenient meals to millions of new households across the Western provinces.”
The company said the facility represents a major economic investment in the region, creating 400 new jobs across production, logistics, and management. The launch was supported by $3.6 million in provincial and federal funding, including $2.3 million from an Alberta Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit (APITC) and $1.3 million from a Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership (SCAP) grant.
The company said the facility will also integrate deeply with the regional agricultural supply chain, utilizing provincial incentives to advance the Province’s agricultural sector.
“With 400 new roles, this facility allows us to work closely with local suppliers while delivering fresh meals directly to customers’ doorsteps across Western Canada,” said Kevin Marban, General Manager of Factor Meals. “We’re incredibly grateful for the partnership with the city and the Province and look forward to continuing to support the local community.”
The company said the facility operates as a large-scale commercial kitchen and production site designed to prepare high-quality meals fresh daily.
“Built to support premium flavour development, freshness, and strict food safety, the infrastructure includes advanced industrial ovens, grills, braisers, and blast-chilling capabilities. To seamlessly manage the supply chain from raw ingredients to final fulfillment, the site features extensive commercial-scale warehouse space with dedicated receiving docks for fresh-cut produce and proteins. The operation utilizes multiple temperature-controlled zones and ambient storage to maintain strict cold-chain integrity,” it noted.
Factor Meals said it is also establishing local food rescue initiatives to distribute surplus ingredients and meals to residents experiencing food insecurity. The brand has partnered with Second Harvest nationally, alongside local organizations including the Calgary Food Bank and the Community Kitchen Program of Calgary.
Tara Sawyer, Alberta Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, said: “Factor Meals’ new facility is a prime example of how Alberta is attracting major investment in value-added processing. The Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit and the Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership help companies establish and grow in our province while taking advantage of some of the best agricultural inputs in the world. Investments like this support local farmers, strengthen our ag sector and help meet the growing demand for high-quality agri-food products.”
“Factor Meals’ investment underscores the growing strength of Alberta’s integrated supply chain–from locally produced ingredients to advanced food processing and distribution. By choosing Alberta as a base for their Western Canada operations, HelloFresh and Factor are helping improve access to high-quality, affordable food options for consumers across the region. Invest Alberta is pleased to support companies making meaningful, lasting investments that connect our agricultural strengths with innovative food solutions and deliver tangible benefits to households,” said Invest Alberta, Acting CEO, Keith Bradley.
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