1967 Transitions:
Alvin Reinhart retired and the company was acquired by Robert Singer. With Robert Singer’s marketing skills, private label co-packing came on stream, broadening our exposure in the food industry.
1974 Maraschino Cherries:
The maraschino cherry division was added, making Reinhart a major supplier to Canada’s retail and confectionery industry.
1979 Fire:
A major fire destroyed 80% of the Stayner facility. Our new plant was opened in May of 1980, becoming the most modern vinegar plant in North America.
1979 Continued Growth:
Our operation in Chambly, Quebec was opened, producing white vinegar to service our bulk customers in Quebec, Eastern Canada, and the Northeast United States. Later, a modern warehouse was added, as well as vinegar bottling and on-site blow molding.
1996 Daltons:
Reinhart Foods acquired the assets and trademarks of Daltons (1834) line, becoming Canada’s leader in maraschino cherries and glace fruit.
2001 National Vinegar Expansion:
Reinhart Foods acquired the assets and trademarks of Burns Philp in Canada, becoming a national producer and supplier of bottled vinegar.
2011 GFSI Certification:
We received GFSI certification through FSSC 22000 to meet the latest global quality requirements.
2017 Cidery Expansion:
Going back to our roots, Reinhart opens its very own hard cidery in Stayner, Ontario
2018 Allen’s Vinegar:
Becomes Canada’s #1 Vinegar Brand.
2021 Reinhart’s Strong Cider:
Becomes Ontario’s favourite craft cider.
