Canada’s food service and restaurant industry continues to rebound, with national revenues reaching $8.38 billion in March 2025, according to the latest Food Services and Drinking Places Survey from Statistics Canada. This represents a 1.8% increase over the previous month (seasonally adjusted).
From quick-service restaurants to full-service dining and drinking establishments, the growth highlights renewed consumer confidence and steady demand across the country.
Key National Highlights:
- Total revenue: $8.38 billion
- Month-over-month growth: 1.8%
- Largest provincial contributor: Ontario, with $3.33 billion (+2.3%)
- Strongest growth: Saskatchewan (+3.7%)
- Declines: Yukon (-2.0%) and Northwest Territories (-1.4%)
Provincial Breakdown:
| Province/Territory | Revenue (CAD) | Monthly Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 3.33B | +2.3% |
| Quebec | 1.59B | +1.0% |
| British Columbia | 1.46B | +1.8% |
| Alberta | 1.06B | +1.6% |
| Saskatchewan | 216.8M | +3.7% |
| Manitoba | 224.8M | +1.5% |
| Atlantic Canada | ||
| - Newfoundland & Labrador | 94.3M | +1.9% |
| - Prince Edward Island | 37.8M | +0.8% |
| - Nova Scotia | 200.9M | +0.7% |
| - New Brunswick | 143.7M | -0.0% |
| Northern Territories | ||
| - Yukon | 10.2M | -2.0% (E) |
| - Northwest Territories | 7.1M | -1.4% (E) |
| - Nunavut | 2.1M | n/a |
(Note: "E" indicates that the data is of lower quality or reliability according to Statistics Canada.)
What This Means for Restaurant Owners and Suppliers
The positive growth in most provinces—particularly Saskatchewan, Ontario, and British Columbia—signals increased consumer spending and strong foot traffic in food establishments. This is excellent news for restaurant owners, food distributors, and kitchen equipment suppliers looking to align with demand.
For equipment suppliers like Brittania Food Equipment, the rise in food service activity suggests continued investment in commercial kitchen upgrades, replacements, and new openings—especially in provinces seeing above-average growth.
Looking Ahead
As we move into the busier summer season, the food service sector is poised for further expansion. With increased tourism and warmer weather on the horizon, restaurants and cafés across Canada should prepare for sustained customer demand—and ensure their kitchen equipment and front-of-house operations are running efficiently.
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