Industrial Manitoba
High-Growth Industries

Investment Sectors

Explore Manitoba's diverse economy and discover opportunities across eight key sectors driving growth and innovation.

Key Sectors

Click on a sector to learn more about opportunities and advantages.

Agriculture & Agri-food
$7.2B
Annual Exports

Agriculture & Agri-food

Manitoba is one of Canada's leading agricultural provinces, producing wheat, canola, pulses, and livestock. Our food processing industry transforms raw materials into value-added products for global markets.

Key Highlights

  • Canada's largest potato producer
  • Top canola and wheat exporter
  • Growing plant-based protein sector
  • Advanced agricultural research facilities

Opportunities

  • Food processing and manufacturing
  • Agricultural technology (AgTech)
  • Plant-based protein production
  • Vertical farming and controlled agriculture

Sector Analytics

Key data points and trends driving growth in Agriculture & Agri-food

$7.2B
Annual Exports
28,000
Employees
2,400+
Companies
+18%
5-Year Growth

5-Year Growth Trajectory

2020202120222023202402468

Workforce Distribution

Recent Investment Activity

202020212022202320240200400600800

Major Players in Manitoba

M
McCain Foods
Food Processing
2,500+ employees
R
Roquette
Protein Processing
1,200+ employees
S
Simplot
Food Manufacturing
800+ employees

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Agriculture & Agri-food

Agriculture & Agri-food

World-class agricultural production and food processing

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Major aerospace manufacturing and MRO hub

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Clean Energy

99% renewable electricity generation

Technology & ICT

Technology & ICT

Growing tech ecosystem with global companies

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Diverse advanced manufacturing capabilities

Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Leading health research and innovation

Mining & Resources

Mining & Resources

Rich mineral deposits and critical minerals

Real Estate

Real Estate

Affordable commercial and industrial properties

Find Your Opportunity

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