The Packer’s 2022 Canadian Produce Person of Year nomination

The Packer is seeking nominations for the 2022 Canadian Produce Person of Year. Do you know a worthy candidate?

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The Packer is seeking nominations for the 2022 Canadian Produce Person of Year. Do you know a worthy candidate?

Fill out this quick form to nominate your person!

Each year this award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the produce industry, including through community engagement and relationships with business partners.

The individual may represent any area of the Canadian produce industry, including private, government or allied sectors.

The Packer has been presenting this award to outstanding members of the industry for 49 years.

What makes your nominee a worthy candidate for the honor? Larry McIntosh, former President and CEO of the Peak of the Market, was presented with the 2021 Canadian Produce Person of the Year Award for his outstanding contributions to the produce industry.

The Packer’s 2020 Canadian Produce Person of the Year award was presented virtually to Oleen Smethurst, assistant vice president and general merchandise manager for Costo Wholesale Canada.

Fill out this quick form to nominate your person!

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