Arthur-based Troll Bridge Creek has been recognized through the province’s Agri-Food Innovation Excellence program.
The program recognizes the innovative contributions of producers, processors, agri-food organizations and rural communities in Ontario. Troll Bridge Creek was a recipient of the regional Premier’s Award Nov. 17 at a ceremony in Guelph, for the creation of new products and building economic growth in Ontario.
“We are thrilled to have our KiKi Maple Sweet Water recognized by the province,” says Keith Harris, CEO of Troll Bridge Creek Inc. “Our products exemplify what these awards are all about – healthy innovation, new ideas, product excellence and continued business development focused on Ontario based products”.
Troll Bridge Creek earned the award for its KiKi Maple Sweet Water line of products. These beverages have a maple sap base, in flavours such as Maple, Maple-Strawberry, Maple-Blueberry and Maple Cranberry. The maple sap is locally-sourced.
“I congratulate this year’s winners of the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence” says Jeff Leal, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. “Their commitment to creative ideas strengthens Ontario’s world-class agri-food sector and positions our province for economic growth.”
This award adds to the growing number of accolades for KiKi Maple Sweet Water. This product is available in three continents, with opportunity for growth, market expansion and economic return.
In May Food in Canada, magazine, included the company on its 2014 Top 10 Innovators list.
