When it comes to Canada Day, we celebrate by showcasing some of the best our country has to offer. At Farm Boy, we’re proud to work closely with a wide variety of local and Canadian growers, farmers, and vendors. As part of bringing you good food from good neighbours, we only select the highest quality items that we can provide at an excellent value.
This July 1, we’ve chosen products found under our Private Label to celebrate the holiday. From BBQ-worthy burgers to refreshing drinks to sweet treats, there’s a little bit of Canadiana in every aisle.
Blog Overview
- Farm Boy offers a curated selection of high-quality products sourced from local and Canadian growers, vendors, and suppliers.
- Under the Farm Boy Private Label, customers can discover hand-selected items that are either made by us or sourced from trusted supplier for the best quality and excellent value.
- No Canada Day is complete without some Canadian-made products found exclusively at Farm Boy!
- Shop your local Farm Boy and our digital flyer deals to stock up on summertime essentials for Canada Day.
Canadian-Made Must-Haves
At Farm Boy, we take pride in offering our customers curated products we think you’ll love. This summer, there’s so much fresh to discover in our stores, from Canadian produce to items available only for a limited time.
Below are some of our favourite Canadian products to add a little maple leaf magic to your Canada Day celebrations. Read on to discover how these hand-selected items are uniquely Canadian. Plus, where you can find them in our stores and how to use them to add “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist” to Canada Day.
Farm Boy™ + Covered Bridge Long Weekend Chip Mix
How It’s Canadian: An exclusive collaboration with Covered Bridge, our Long Weekend Chip Mix is crafted from farm-fresh dark russet potatoes grown in New Brunswick.
A medley of four of our best-selling flavours – Barbecue, Creamy Dill, Salt & Vinegar, and Sour Cream & Onion – this bag is perfect for road trips, camping getaways, cottage weekends, and more. A must-have for your Canada Day celebration!
Where to Find: Grocery Department
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: These chips are great right out of the bag, but try layering them inside a sandwich for some extra crunchy texture.
Farm Boy™ Maple Crème Cookies
How It’s Canadian: Coming from one of our longtime vendors, these cookies are made with 100% pure Ontario maple syrup harvested on a family maple farm with over 150 years of tradition.
Free of hydrogenated oils and artificial colours or flavours, they’re sweet, crunchy, and perfect for dunking.
Where to Find: Grocery Department
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: Give our Maple Cookie Affogato recipe a little extra Canadian spirit by sprinkling with these crushed up cookies.
Farm Boy™ Butter Tarts
How It’s Canadian: These handmade butter tarts are a nostalgic Canadian favourite from a family-owned and -operated bakery in Toronto, Ontario. Deep pockets of gooey filling are nestled in crumbly shortcrust pastry for a mouthwatering bite.
They’re an easy and convenient dessert option for backyard BBQs, outdoor picnics, beach days, and more. Available in Classic, Maple, Mini, Pecan, and Raisin.
Where to Find: Bake Shop
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: For a little added sweetness, try topping your butter tarts with whipped cream or melted chocolate. Or make a berry compote with the fresh Canadian produce we have delivered tour stores daily.
Farm Boy™ Gourmet Burgers
How It’s Canadian: Inspired by classic tastes and international cuisines, our butchers craft our Gourmet Burgers fresh daily. Prepared by us in-store with wholesome ingredients and our own exclusive recipes, each burger delivers juicy, succulent flavour in every bite.
Where to Find: Butcher Shop
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: There’s so much fresh to discover with our wide variety of fresh Gourmet Burger flavours! Discover unique options like our Poutine Burger (made with St. Albert’s Cheese Curds), Thai Turkey Burger, and more.
Learn how to build the ultimate burger, including some unique topping suggestions, over on our blog.
Farm Boy™ Ice Cream Bars
How It’s Canadian: We scooped up these high-quality ice cream bars from a small family business. Located outside of Peterborough, Ontario, it’s been in operation for almost 50 years.
We’re proud to offer their frozen treats crafted from smooth, rich ice cream and a decadent chocolatey coating. The perfect way to cool off when temperatures soar, these sweets are ideal for Canada Day celebrations.
Where to Find: Frozen Department
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: At your next outdoor event, skip the dishes and the prep of making a dessert from scratch. Instead, offer these ice cream bars for guests to serve themselves. Pair them with our small-batch-crafted Fruit Pops and Paletas and enjoy!
Farm Boy™ Garden Fresh Pickles
How It’s Canadian: Arriving from vine to store in just 48 hours, these pickles are fresh, crunchy, and flavourful.
Made fresh by us in the Farm Boy Kitchen with simple ingredients, they’re available in both Regular and Spicy options.
Where to Find: Chef’s Market
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: In addition to enjoying these solo or added to salads and sandwiches, these pickles come with two sources of flavour: The pickles and the brine. Try using the pickle juice to add a fresh twist to a margarita recipe for a taste that’s bold, briny, and perfect for summer.
Farm Boy™ Artisan Sausages
How It’s Canadian: Our Artisan Sausages are handcrafted by us with the highest quality of ingredients and expert care. Our chefs take inspiration from global cuisines to create any of our 18 flavours.
Wholesome ingredients like 100% Canadian pork, chicken, or turkey are used in our sausages. Different flavours also contain other Canadian ingredients like St. Albert’s Cheese Curds, maple syrup, and more.
Where to Find: Butcher Shop
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: Set up a sausage bar using our Artisan Sausages cut into smaller sizes and an assortment of toppings. Great for a big guestlist, this allows everyone to mix and match to find their favourite flavours. Be sure to offer a variety of BBQ sauces, mustards, relishes, and fresh produce, as well as serving utensils for ease and convenience.
Farm Boy™ Watermelon Lime Fruit Drink
How It’s Canadian: Proudly prepared in Canada from real watermelons, this summer staple is bursting with sweet, tart, and tangy flavours. It’s only available for the summer season, so get this thirst-quenching drink while you can!
Where to Find: Produce Department
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: Deliciously refreshing on its own, we also like using this fruit drink as the base of a slushy smoothie. Blend this beverage with frozen cubes of watermelon for a seriously delicious concoction everyone will enjoy.
Farm Boy™ Hand-Stacked Kebabs
How It’s Canadian: Our butchers prepare our kebabs with garden-fresh vegetables, high-quality proteins, and flavourful marinades.
Always grill-ready and offered in both plain and flavourful varieties, choose from premium beef or chicken options.
Where to Find: Butcher Shop
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: Ready for you to enjoy, you can dress up our hand-stacked kebabs by serving them with flavourful dips. Offer your backyard BBQ guests a choice of freshly made options, like Farm Boy™ Tzatziki, Farm Boy™ Toum (and Farm Boy™ Spicy Toum), and Farm Boy™ Gourmet BBQ Sauce.
Farm Boy™ Oat-Rageous Frozen Desserts
How It’s Canadian: A woman-led business from the Ottawa Valley, the supplier behind our dairy-free frozen desserts uses Canadian-grown oats. They work in in small batches to ensure an unparalleled level of quality, texture, and flavour.
Where to Find: Frozen Department
“A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”: Craft a dairy-free milkshake by combining your favourite flavour Oat-Rageous Frozen Dessert with Farm Boy™ Original Oat Plant Based Beverage. Or put a fresh twist on the classic ice cream sandwich! Heat up one of our Plant Based Croissants until warm and pair it with a scoop of Oat-Rageous Frozen Dessert.
