Plant-Based Dairy Packaging in Canada

September 2026

Plant-based dairy was the standout growth category in total food packaging in Canada in 2025, with a double-digit rise in total retail volumes as a large and growing share of Canadians incorporated dairy alternatives into their diets. Plant-based milk remained the most popular choice, with oat-based options driving the fastest pace of new product launches, ahead of almond. Meanwhile, affordability increasingly shaped purchasing amid cost-of-living pressures and a maturing, more value-conscious c

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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Plant-based Dairy Packaging industry in Canada with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.

Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.

If you're in the Plant-based Dairy Packaging industry in Canada, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Plant-based Dairy Packaging in Canada report includes:

  • Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
  • Detailed segmentation of international and local products
  • Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
  • Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country

This report answers:

  • What is the market size of Plant-based Dairy Packaging in Canada?
  • Which are the major pack types and how are they performing in Canada?
  • Have there been any packaging legislative changes in the past 12 months?
  • How are consumption trends impacting the packaging landscape?
  • What are the key trends and latest product developments in packaging?
  • How important are sustainability and recycling to consumers in Canada?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most significant?

Plant-Based Dairy Packaging in Canada

Key Data Findings

Shaped liquid cartons and recycled-content rigid containers power a surge in the dairy alternatives aisle
A carton-led category expands strongly on oat and almond demand
Rigid plastic grows fast as liquid cartons retain their commanding lead
Labelling reform and “green” claims rules tighten around plant-based packs
One of the strongest outlooks in Canadian food packaging
Smaller eco-cartons and recyclable rigid plastic broaden growth opportunities

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The following categories and subcategories are included:

Plant-based Dairy Packaging

  • Plant-based Milk
  • Plant-based Yoghurt
  • Plant-based Cheese
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