Manufacturing Today Issue 212 - May 2023 | Page 70

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Social responsibility
A few years back , the business started researching new environmentally friendlier packaging options for its products , to try and stave off the culture of single-use plastics , which is synonymous with the industry . “ Innovation is a big part of who we are , but it doesn ’ t stop at our ingredients and recipes ,” Aisha states . “ The first one we found was a compostable pouch for our protein gummies , which worked really well . Unfortunately , the supply is very limited , but that didn ’ t stop us from being the first producer to completely switch over to this style of packaging , for both the environment and our consumers .”
The B-Corp certified enterprise does a lot more than care for the wider environment , as it also plays a crucial role in its immediate communities . “ Canada is a great country and people dream of being able to come here to find a good job , and a better quality of life , which is something that we can offer . Of our 250 employees , around
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