Our history

  • 1933

    Opening of the first food processing plant in Saint-Damase
  • 1981

    1981

    Entry in the specialized products industry with Canton fondue broth
  • 1983

    1983

    Expansion of the specialty food products line with the introduction of fondue sauces
  • 1987

    1987

    Launch of three new Canton broths and six new fondue sauces
  • 1998

    1998

    fondue sauces are introduced in new sizes – an instant success!
  • 1999

    1999

    A new line of dessert fondues
  • 2002

    2002

    A new 990-ml size for Canton fondue broths
  • 2004

    Adoption of the corporate name "Lassonde Specialties Inc." (formerly "Produits Ronald inc.")
  • 2006

    Lassonde Specialties celebrates Canton's 25th anniversary
  • 2008

    Launch of Canton beans and gravies and sauces CuisipakTM
  • 2009

    Launch of Canton soups and Teriyaki and Thai fondue broths and sauces in CuisipakTM
  • 2012

    New packaging in carton.
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