{"id":14892,"date":"2025-07-05T16:00:49","date_gmt":"2025-07-05T20:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/?p=14892"},"modified":"2025-07-10T19:49:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T23:49:30","slug":"5-things-you-didnt-know-were-produced-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/5-things-you-didnt-know-were-produced-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"5 things you didn\u2019t know were produced in Canada!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Written by: Aryan Bharucha
\nEdited by: Aditya Batra
\nDesigned by: Kathy Arsenault
\nPublished by: Andrew Jackson<\/p>\n

W<\/span>hen thinking of Canadian exports, most individuals always go back to the classic maple syrup, Hockey gear, or even oil, but Canada goes far beyond what many have imagined. Canada has had countless innovations which most wouldn\u2019t have even guessed were from here. With that being said, let\u2019s dive into 10 unique items which were produced in Canada!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Wasabi<\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

Yes, this may not be the first thing which\u00a0<\/span>comes to mind when thinking of items that <\/span>are produced in Canada, but it\u2019s true! Real <\/span>wasabi, not that fake green paste, is grown <\/span>and produced in British Columbia!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kiwi<\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

Although Kiwi\u2019s are considered to mainly\u00a0<\/span>be grown in New Zealand, Hardy Kiwi is\u00a0<\/span>grown in parts of Ontario and British\u00a0<\/span>Columbia! Al<\/span>ong with they unique shape, they present a nice treat to have anytime of the day!<\/p>\n

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Lentils<\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

Canada is actually one of the largest producers <\/span>of lentils in the world. They produce millions of <\/span>tons a year, with Saskatchewan being the top\u00a0<\/span>producers. They then export these goods to other <\/span>countries such as India and Turkey!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Apples<\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

Apples, we all love them as they taste delicious! <\/span>Being nature’s candy, Canada contributes to its p<\/span>roduction in Ontario, British Columbia, and\u00a0 <\/span>Quebec! Some of the major types include Gala, Honey crisp<\/span>, Ambrosia, and even Macintosh!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ketchup Chips<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Let’s take a break from all the fruits and\u00a0<\/span>vegetables, and talk about some snacks! <\/span>Lays Ketchup Chips are indeed produced in\u00a0<\/span>Canada, with the\u00a0<\/span>City of Cambridge producing <\/span>the most. You can never go wrong with the <\/span>classic Ketchup Lays Chips!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Canada\u2019s Delicacies<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the 10 provinces to the 3 territories, Canada\u2019s food diversity is as large as ever. Whether it\u2019s the small things such as lentils and wasabi to globally recognized snacks like Ketchup Chips, Canada competes in all categories. So the next time you\u2019re having an apple as a treat or you crave for some Ketchup Chips, just remember that you are savouring a piece of Canada\u2019s greatness!<\/span><\/p>\n

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