Canada’s Cider Industry
Canadian cider sits at the intersection of agriculture, food and beverage production, tourism, hospitality and rural economic development.
From Canadian Orchards to Canadian Cider
Apples are Canada’s largest fruit crop by production volume. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada reported approximately 386,368 metric tonnes of Canadian apple production in 2024, accounting for about 41.5% of Canadian fruit production by tonnage.
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Statistical Overview of the Canadian Fruit Industry 2024. Figures are included for context and should be updated when newer official data becomes available.
More Than 400 Producers
Cider Canada’s national mapping work identifies more than 400 cider producers across the country. The sector includes orchard and farm-based cideries, urban producers, small owner-operated businesses, regional brands, nationally distributed companies, ice cider producers, fruit and specialty cider makers, and businesses combining cider, perry or mead with broader beverage operations.
Cider Canada listed 169 current members as of June 10, 2026.
A Rural & Agricultural Industry
Many cideries operate outside major urban centres. They purchase or grow agricultural products, employ local workers, attract visitors and create value from Canadian fruit.
- orchard production
- fruit purchasing
- manufacturing
- packaging
- transportation
- tourism
- hospitality
- restaurants and tasting rooms
- festivals and events
- retail
- equipment and professional services
Industry Priorities
A Stronger Domestic Market
Increase awareness of cider made in Canada and make it easier for consumers to identify and understand Canadian products.
Better Consumer Understanding
The Canadian Cider Language Project is exploring clearer descriptions of sweetness, style, flavour and production.
Quality & Confidence
Cider Quality Assurance work is being developed to support producers, strengthen knowledge and help communicate quality.
Education
Cider Canada works with partners on cider education and professional development for producers and consumers.
Interprovincial Trade
Provincial alcohol systems can make it difficult for small Canadian producers to reach consumers across provincial boundaries.
Better Data
Major public datasets often combine cider with other beverage categories, making cider-specific economic measurement difficult.
Taking Canadian Cider to the World
Canadian-grown fruit, cold-climate agriculture, ice cider, orchard-based production, regional diversity and innovative producers can distinguish Canadian cider internationally.
Cider Canada’s 2026–2028 AgriMarketing work includes market intelligence, international buyer development and trade activity designed to create longer-term opportunities for Canadian producers.