Oppy, Fresh Direct honored as Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Oppy named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 25th consecutive year

May 14th, 2026 Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA — Oppy BB #:116424 is proud to share it has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, marking 25 years of this prestigious distinction.

Also named one of British Columbia’s Top Employers earlier this year, and joining the 2025 Hall of Fame for Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, these accolades reinforce the company’s long-standing commitment to operational excellence and values-driven leadership in the global fresh produce industry.

“Being named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 25 consecutive years, and maintaining Platinum Club status for 18 years is a tremendous honor,” said John Anderson, chairman, CEO and managing partner. “This recognition is a testament to our team’s consistent execution, our culture of continuous improvement, and our commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, partners and communities.”

Oppy continues to grow its global footprint while strengthening its ability to source, market and distribute fresh produce year-round, strategically integrating with Dole Diversified North America in late 2025. The company remains focused on innovation across its operations, supporting sustainable growth and delivering results in a dynamic marketplace.

President and Chief Operating Officer David Smith shared, “Being named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies year after year requires constant improvement. Strategic growth, including the Dole integration and beyond, creates the scale and strength that supports what we’re building next.”

Oppy continues to expand its global reach, delivering greater value for its customers.

About Oppy
Growing, marketing and distributing fresh produce from around the globe for over 165 years, Vancouver, BC-based Oppy discovers and delivers the best of the world’s harvest. With over 50 million boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables grown on every continent moving through its supply chain annually, Oppy offers popular favorites from avocados and berries to apples and oranges year-round, alongside innovative seasonal specialties. Over the years, Oppy has introduced North Americans to a number of items across its diverse produce range, including Granny Smith, JAZZ and Envy apples, as well as green and gold kiwifruit. Go to oppy.com to learn more.

Fresh Direct Produce requalifies for Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum

Vancouver, BC – May 14th, 2026 – Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. BB #:169826, which is part of the FDP Group is honoured to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies over the past decade. This prestigious national award is sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, Norton Rose Fulbright, Export Development Canada (EDC), TMX Group and media partner The Globe and Mail.

“We are proud to receive our 15th consecutive Best Managed Companies Award, and it couldn’t have been accomplished without the strong dedication and efforts from our teams, customers, vendors and business partners” says CEO, Adri de Wet.

The FDP Group which consists of Fresh Direct Produce Ltd., Emperor Specialty Foods Ltd., Island’s West Produce Ltd., and Yen Bros. Food Service Ltd., is one of Canada’s premier fresh produce importers, distributors, and marketers with 7 locations. Sourcing and importing over 1,500 ethnic, organic, and conventional fruit and vegetable items from 36 countries, the FDP Group distributes quality produce to grocery retailer and foodservice customers across Canada.

The Group’s commitment to growth and development allows them to attract and align with the best growers, customers, and talents in the industry.

For additional information about Fresh Direct Produce or the FDP Group, please contact: peter.app@freshdirectproduce.com.

For more information about Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, please visit: www.bestmanagedcompanies.ca