fromagerie marie kade

What fromagerie marie kade does

Fromagerie Marie Kadé is a privately held, family-owned dairy manufacturer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, with a production facility in Laval. Founded more than 30 years ago, the company produces Mediterranean-style specialty cheeses, natural yogurt, pressed yogurt (Labneh), the yogurt-based beverage Ayran, and Samneh (clarified butter). Its core manufacturing technology combines traditional artisanal Mediterranean cheese-making techniques with modern pasteurization, using 100% Canadian pasteurized milk for its full range of unripened cheeses. The catalog spans more than 15 cheese varieties, including Akawi, Halloum, Feta, Mozzarella, Istambouli, Twisted (Tressé), Naboulsie, Shinglish, Vachekaval, Baladi, Espagnol, Moujadalé, and Syrian, alongside a small line of distributed branded processed cheeses (La Vache qui rit and Kiri).

The company operates a B2B wholesale model, selling exclusively in bulk formats (vacuum packs of 2–10 kg, pails of 10–12 kg, and case configurations) to traders, distributors, and retail chains across Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Customers include major Canadian grocer Loblaws Companies Ltd. alongside regional and specialty retailers such as PA Supermarket, Akhavan Supermarket, and distributor Aliments Karnie. Pricing is negotiated per unit at the wholesale trade level with no publicly disclosed retail pricing.

Go-to-market is channel-partner driven: Marie Kadé does not appear to sell directly to end consumers and relies on its distributor and retail relationships for shelf placement. Marketing is limited to a bilingual English/French website and a Facebook presence. The company has no disclosed funding, no parent entity, no subsidiaries, and no public financials; ownership remains with the founding family. Government and civic recognition includes letters of appreciation from the Quebec government, the Mayor of Montreal, the Board of Trade Metropolitan Montreal, and the Quebec Minister of Family, Seniors and Women's Condition.

Name

fromagerie marie kade

Legal name

Fromagerie Marie Kadé

Website

https://fromageriemariekade.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Fromagerie Marie Kadé is a family-owned Quebec dairy manufacturer producing 15+ Mediterranean-style specialty cheeses, yogurt, and clarified butter from 100% Canadian pasteurized milk, sold wholesale to distributors and retail chains across four Canadian provinces.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Cheese Manufacturing

NAICS

Cheese Manufacturing (311513), Dairy Product (except Frozen) Manufacturing (31151), Creamery Butter Manufacturing (311512)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020)

akta.pro primary industry

Fresh/Natural Cheese Manufacturing (Unripened & Soft) (AFAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cheese (Natural & Processed) (CRADACAC), Cheese Manufacturing (AFAKAKAB), Dairy Spreads, Dips & Cream Cheese Manufacturing (AFAKAKAL), Yogurt & Cultured Dairy (Yogurt, Kefir, Sour Cream, Cottage Cheese) (CRADACAB)

Keywords

• Specialty cheese manufacturing
• Mediterranean dairy products
• Bulk wholesale cheese
• Natural yogurt production
• Unripened cheese varieties

Headquarters

HQ city

Laval

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Cheese and Dairy Product Sales: Wholesale B2B sales of Mediterranean specialty cheeses (Akawi, Halloum, Feta, Mozzarella, Istambouli, Twisted, and 15+ varieties), natural yogurt, Ayran, Labneh, and Samneh (clarified butter) to distributors and retail chains across Canadian provinces.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Fromagerie Marie Kadé produces Mediterranean-style specialty cheeses, natural yogurt, pressed yogurt (Labneh), Ayran beverage, Samneh clarified butter, and distributes branded processed cheeses. The company manufactures over 15 unripened cheese varieties from 100% Canadian pasteurized milk and sells them in bulk wholesale formats (vacuum packs, pails, cases) to distributors and supermarket chains across four Canadian provinces.

Product overview

Fromagerie Marie Kadé is a Montreal-based family-owned cheese factory that has operated for over 30 years, producing Mediterranean specialty cheeses and dairy products. The company offers a diverse portfolio of unripened cheeses (Akawi, Mix, Slab/Doux, Istambouli, Twisted/Tressé, Syrian, Shinglish, Vachekaval, Baladi, Espagnol, Halloum, Moujadalé, Naboulsie), fresh mozzarella and feta, natural yogurts (including Ayran and Labneh), and distributed branded processed cheeses (La Vache qui rit, Kiri) along with Samneh clarified butter. Products are made from 100% Canadian pasteurized milk and sold to traders and distributors throughout Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Akawi Unripened soft Mediterranean cheese with 57% moisture and 22% fat. Neutral flavor, served with vegetables, on bread, in paninis, or roasted. Sold in vacuum-packed 5KG/10KG or pail 11KG formats for B2B buyers.
• Mix (Mixte) Mixture of homemade cheeses similar to mozzarella. Used grated on pizzas, paninis, or pasta. Available in 4x2KG or 1x8KG formats for wholesale buyers.
• Slab (Doux) Unripened semi-firm cheese with 48% moisture and 27% fat. Used in Mediterranean pastries such as knéfé and halewet el jibn, and as the base for twisted cheese. Vacuum packed in 2KG format.
• Istambouli Unripened semi-firm feta-type cheese with 45% moisture and 30% fat. Served in salads. Vacuum packed in 5KG/10KG or pail 10KG formats.
• Twisted (Tressé) Unripened firm cheese with 52% moisture and 22% fat. Twisted from slab cheese and contains kolongi seeds. Ideal for wine and cheese evenings. Vacuum packed in 5KG/10KG or pail 10KG formats.
• Syrian Unripened semi-firm salty cheese with 50% moisture and 25% fat. Used in paninis. Available for wholesale distribution.
• Shinglish (Spicy) Unripened firm dry cheese ball with 30% moisture and 42% fat. Covered with spices and eaten crumbled with olive oil, parsley, and tomatoes as a salad. Vacuum packed in 5KG/10KG format.
• Vachekaval Unripened firm cheese with 39% moisture and 31% fat. Sweet and slightly creamy cheddar-type cheese suitable for wine and cheese evenings or raclette parties.
• Baladi Unripened soft cheese with 57% moisture and 22% fat. Similar to Akawi but with a different shape, suitable for sandwiches and paninis. Vacuum packed in 5KG/10KG or pail 10KG formats.
• Espagnol Unripened soft cheese with 60% moisture and 18% fat. Consumed fresh with pita bread. Available in pail 12KG format.
• Halloum Unripened semi-firm salted cheese with 50% moisture and 25% fat. Especially delicious when grilled in the oven or on the BBQ, cut into strips or placed on skewers with tomatoes.
• Moujadalé Unripened firm cheese with 52% moisture and 22% fat. Taste similar to twisted cheese but with a different shape, consumed in the same way.
• Naboulsie (Nabulsi) Unripened semi-firm cheese with 50% moisture and 25% fat. Contains kolongi seeds, ideal fresh in sandwiches. A salted cheese that can be desalted by dipping in cold water.
• Shinglish (Regular) Unripened firm cheese, the regular (non-spicy) variant of the Shinglish cheese line.
• Mozzarella Mozzarella cheese suitable for various culinary applications. Available in case 4x2.5KG format for wholesale buyers.
• Feta Feta cheese product available in pail 10KG format for wholesale buyers.
• Natural Yogurt Natural yogurt with 3.5% fat, made from 100% Canadian milk. A source of probiotics supporting digestive health. Available in case 6x750GR or pail 10KG formats for wholesale buyers.
• Ayran Yogurt-based beverage made from yogurt, salt, and water with 95% moisture and 1% fat. A refreshing drink consumed with Mediterranean pizzas such as lahmajounnes. Available in case 24x500ML or case 12x2L formats.
• Labneh Pressed yogurt cheese with 72% moisture and 12% fat. Very thick cream texture, enjoyed with olive oil, crackers, or pita bread, or used as a herb dip. Available in pail 10KG or case 12x500GR formats.
• La Vache qui rit (The Laughing Cow) Distributed branded processed cheese providing essential vitamins and calcium with a creamy taste. Available in case 12x24 format for wholesale buyers.
• Kiri Distributed branded processed cheese providing essential vitamins and calcium with a creamy taste. Available in case 6x10 format for wholesale buyers.
• Samneh Clarified butter made from 99% fat, used in cooking Mediterranean dishes as a healthier substitute for regular butter. Available in 1LB, 2LB, or pail 10KG formats.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products contain 22-42% fat content providing rich flavor and calcium content

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Direct peers

• Fage International: Greek yogurt specialist with presence in North American retail. Comparable in Mediterranean-style cultured dairy (yogurt, Labneh-style products) sold through mainstream grocery channels.
• Bel Group: French multinational dairy company and owner of The Laughing Cow and Kiri — both of which Marie Kadé distributes in Canada. Comparable in Mediterranean-style cheese branding and as a B2B supplier into Canadian retail.
• Olympic Dairy: Greek dairy manufacturer producing feta, yogurt, and traditional Mediterranean cheeses. Comparable in unripened Mediterranean cheese formats (feta-type, soft cheeses) and bulk B2B distribution.

Regional players

• Strauss Group: Israel-based food company with a significant dairy division producing Mediterranean-style cheeses and yogurts. Comparable in product mix and Mediterranean positioning, though primarily serving EMEA rather than North America.
• Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues: Quebec-based artisanal cheese producer serving the same regional Quebec specialty retail and foodservice channels. Comparable as a small-batch Canadian fromagerie selling Mediterranean- or European-style cheeses to distributors.

Broad incumbents

• Arla Foods: International dairy cooperative producing cheese, yogurt, and butter across multiple markets. Comparable as a large-scale dairy manufacturer with specialty cheese and yogurt offerings distributed through major retailers.
• Agropur Cooperative: Major Canadian dairy cooperative producing cheese, yogurt, and cultured dairy products for retail and foodservice. Overlaps with Marie Kadé across cheese and yogurt categories and shares the same wholesale-to-retail distribution model in Quebec and Ontario.
• Lactalis Canada: Subsidiary of Lactalis Group, owner of Galbani and other Mediterranean-style Italian cheeses, plus yogurt and specialty dairy. Directly comparable in Mediterranean-style cheese manufacturing sold through Canadian grocery and foodservice channels.
• Saputo Inc. Canada's largest dairy processor with a broad cheese portfolio (including mozzarella) sold nationally and through major retailers such as Loblaws. Comparable as a Canadian cheese manufacturer serving the same enterprise retail customers.
• Kraft Heinz Canada: Major North American packaged food company with processed cheese products sold through the same retail customers (including Loblaws). Comparable as a competing supplier in processed cheese formats.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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