Product Code: ETC5397022 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Canada Ready Meals Market is likely to experience consistent growth rate gains over the period 2025 to 2029. Commencing at 3.94% in 2025, growth builds up to 4.44% by 2029.
The Canada Ready Meals Market is experiencing growth due to busy lifestyles and the demand for convenient, time-saving meal options. Ready-to-eat meals are gaining popularity among consumers seeking nutritious, affordable, and easy-to-prepare food solutions.
The ready meals market in Canada is driven by the increasing demand for convenient and time-saving food solutions. Ready meals, including frozen and shelf-stable options, offer convenience for busy consumers seeking quick and easy meal solutions. The growth of the foodservice industry, along with changing lifestyles and eating habits, supports the expansion of the ready meals market.
The Canada Ready Meals Market faces challenges related to changing consumer preferences and regulatory requirements. Consumers increasingly demand healthier and more convenient meal options, which drives the need for continuous product innovation and reformulation. Additionally, ready meals must comply with stringent food safety and quality regulations, which can impact production costs and market access. The market is also influenced by competition from fresh and frozen meal alternatives, which may offer similar or improved benefits. Companies must navigate these challenges while addressing evolving consumer needs and preferences.
The ready meals market in Canada is regulated by government policies that focus on food safety, quality, and nutritional standards. Health Canada sets guidelines for the labeling and safety of ready meals to ensure they meet health standards. Government support for innovation in food processing and packaging contributes to the development of new ready meal products.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Canada Ready Meals Market Overview |
3.1 Canada Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Canada Ready Meals Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Canada Ready Meals Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Canada Ready Meals Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer preference for convenience and time-saving food options |
4.2.2 Busy lifestyles and rising urbanization leading to higher demand for ready meals |
4.2.3 Growing awareness about healthy eating habits and availability of nutritious ready meal options |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Rising concerns about the health implications of processed and packaged foods |
4.3.2 Competition from fresh and healthy food alternatives |
4.3.3 Price sensitivity among consumers, impacting the adoption of ready meals |
5 Canada Ready Meals Market Trends |
6 Canada Ready Meals Market Segmentations |
6.1 Canada Ready Meals Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Restaurants, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Hotels, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Corporate, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Household, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Canada Ready Meals Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline Stores, 2021-2031F |
7 Canada Ready Meals Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Canada Ready Meals Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Canada Ready Meals Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average order value per customer for ready meals |
8.2 Repeat purchase rate of ready meals |
8.3 Percentage of consumers who choose ready meals for weekday dinners |
8.4 Number of new product launches in the ready meals segment |
8.5 Customer satisfaction scores for various brands and types of ready meals |
9 Canada Ready Meals Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Canada Ready Meals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Canada Ready Meals Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Canada Ready Meals Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Canada Ready Meals Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |