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Chocolate Confectionery - Canada

Canada
  • Revenue in the Chocolate Confectionery market amounts to US$3.11bn in 2025. The market is expected to grow annually by 4.91% (CAGR 2025-2030).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated United States (US$24bn in 2025).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$77.44 are generated in 2025.
  • In the Chocolate Confectionery market, volume is expected to amount to 179.32m kg by 2030. The Chocolate Confectionery market is expected to show a volume growth of 2.4% in 2026.
  • The average volume per person in the Chocolate Confectionery market is expected to amount to 3.9kg in 2025.

Definition:

Chocolate and chocolate products are part of the Chocolate Confectionery segment. This includes chocolate bars, candy bars, and pralines. Cookies and spreads containing cocoa are excluded from this segment. The five major chocolate manufacturers in the world are Mondelez International, Mars, Nestlé, Ferrero, and Hershey.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram). The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption; out-of-home consumption is not included.

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In-Scope
  • Solid chocolate bars, nut-filled chocolate bars, fruit and nut chocolate bars, nougat-filled chocolate bars
  • Candy bars
  • Chocolate truffles, chocolate pralines, ganache-filled chocolates, caramel-filled chocolates, liquor-filled chocolates, fruit-flavored chocolates
  • Milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, ruby chocolate
  • Chocolate-covered nuts, chocolate-covered fruits
  • Chocolate coins, chocolate figurines
Out-Of-Scope
  • Chocolate spreads
  • Wafer bars
  • Chocolate-covered pretzels, chocolate-covered biscuits/cookies
  • Baking and cooking chocolates: chocolate chips, baking chocolate, chocolate blocks
  • Chocolate syrups
  • Hot chocolate mix, cocoa
  • Out-of-home consumption

Revenue

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Volume

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Global Comparison

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Analyst Opinion

The Chocolate Confectionery Market in Canada is experiencing slow growth, due to factors such as changing consumer preferences and increasing health concerns. Despite negligible growth, convenience and innovation in online services are driving the market forward.

Customer preferences:
There has been a noticeable increase in demand for premium and artisanal chocolate products in the Canadian market, driven by a growing appreciation for high-quality, ethically-sourced confectionery. Consumers are also becoming more health-conscious, leading to a rise in demand for healthier chocolate options, such as dark chocolate with lower sugar content. Additionally, there has been a shift towards purchasing chocolate as a gift, especially during holiday seasons, reflecting changing gifting culture and preferences.

Trends in the market:
In Canada, the Chocolate Confectionery Market is seeing a shift towards healthier and more sustainable options, driven by consumer demand for natural and ethically sourced ingredients. This trend is expected to continue as consumers become more health-conscious and environmentally aware. In addition, there is a growing preference for premium and artisanal chocolates, leading to a rise in niche and boutique brands. These trends are significant as they impact product development, marketing strategies, and supply chain management. Industry stakeholders must adapt to these changes to remain competitive in the market.

Local special circumstances:
In Canada, the Chocolate Confectionery Market has been influenced by the country's strict regulations on food labeling and advertising. This has led to a rise in demand for healthier and more natural ingredients in chocolate products. Additionally, Canada's diverse and multicultural population has also driven the demand for unique and exotic chocolate flavors. Moreover, the country's cold climate has created a strong market for hot chocolate and other warm chocolate beverages, especially during the winter months. These factors have contributed to the growth and success of the Chocolate Confectionery Market in Canada.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Chocolate Confectionery Market in Canada is influenced by a variety of macroeconomic factors. One major factor is the overall economic health of the country. As one of the largest economies in the world, Canada's stable economic growth and low unemployment rate create a conducive environment for the confectionery market to thrive. Another key factor is the country's fiscal policies, which play a crucial role in determining consumer spending power and market demand. Additionally, global economic trends, such as fluctuating commodity prices and trade policies, can impact the import and export of raw materials and finished products, thus affecting the performance of the chocolate confectionery market in Canada.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

Key Market Indicators

Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

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