Canada Straws Market

Canada Straws Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

Canada straws market value is projected to increase from US$ 57.7 million in 2023 to US$ 113.7 million by 2033. From 2023 to 2033, straw sales in Canada are likely to soar at 7.0% CAGR.

In 2022, the Canada straws industry was valued at US$ 65.0 million. As per Future Market Insights, paper will continue to remain the most commonly preferred material for making straws. The target segment held a market share of about 42.3% in 2022.

Based on end use, food service segment dominates the Canada market with a share of more than 84%. Over the next ten years, demand for straws in food service sector is anticipated to rise at around 7.2% CAGR.

The Canada straws industry is projected to generate an extraordinary incremental growth opportunity of US$ 48.7 million. It is predicted to expand 1.7 times the current market value during the forecast period.

Key Market Shaping Factors:

• Robust expansion of food service sector across Canada will likely elevate straws demand
• Increasing demand for on-the-go beverages is expected to bolster straws sales in Canada
• Growing popularity of eco-friendly straws is likely to create lucrative opportunities for straws manufacturers focusing on sustainable production
• High usage of sustainable paper straws across restaurants, hotels, cafes, and households are set to boost Canada market
• Easy availability of straws through several sales channels, especially online retail, will fuel market expansion
• Rapid growth of the online food delivery sector to create new growth prospects for Canada straws industry

The Canada straws industry has been significantly fueled by rising consumer demand for convenient and nutritious beverages, particularly among health-conscious customers.

Juice packaging businesses have responded to the growing demand for healthier beverage options by providing a variety of drinks with straws. Straws help businesses to provide consumers with a spoilage & spillage free experience.

Increasing number of food chain outlets across Canada is expected to create lucrative opportunities for straw manufacturers and boost the straws industry.

In recent years, there has been a sharp rise in the consumption of packaged and processed food products in Canada. This is due to busy lifestyles, increasing disposable income, and changing eating habits.

Driven by high consumption of ready-to-eat foods and beverages, number of fast-food restaurants has increased significantly. This in turn is creating a conducive environment for the expansion of the food service packaging and straws markets.

Several Canada-based businesses are shifting their preference towards using paper straws to gain benefits from emerging trends and comply with regulations.

For instance, recently McDonald’s Canada introduced paper straws, wooden stir sticks, and wooden cutlery at over 14,000 of its restaurants in the country. Growing popularity of these eco-friendly packaging solutions is expected to create lucrative opportunities for straw manufacturers.

2017 to 2022 Canada Straws Sales Outlook Compared to Demand Forecast from 2023 to 2033

Rapid growth of food service sector is a prominent factor that is expected to drive Canada straws industry forward. Similarly, growing popularity of eco-friendly products such as paper straws and bamboo straws will boost Canada market.

To eliminate single-use plastic straws, the Government of Canada announced a national ban on single-use plastics in December 2022.

Canada uses around 57 million plastic straws daily and plastic pollution in the ocean is a global concern. Thus, to reduce the carbon footprint Canada straw manufacturers are producing premium quality paper straws that are both recyclable and compostable.

The rising number of quick-service restaurants, high preference for on-the-go food and beverage drinks, and growing online food ordering trend are all expected to boost straws market in Canada.

The substantial growth in the food supply chains, food delivery services, catering services, and door-step food delivery due to work from home culture and hectic working schedules will boost demand for single-use disposable straws in Canada.

Amid rising consumer preference towards eco-friendly and sustainable straws, food delivery supply chain giants have switched over to economical and eco-friendly straws. This will create a high demand for paper straws and other eco-friendly solutions.

Key Factors Boosting Canada Straws Industry

Burgeoning Demand for Non-Alcoholic Fermented & Cold-Pressed Juices Boost Canada Market

As per the Government of Canada, Canada's market for fermented and cold-pressed juices without alcohol is expanding gradually as consumers seek out more natural and healthy drinks. Due to their alleged health advantages, non-alcoholic fermented drinks such as kombucha and kefir are becoming more and more popular in Canada.

Similarly, cold-pressed juices are becoming more and more well-liked in Canada as a result of their alleged health advantages and practicality. These non-alcoholic beverages are often consumed on the go and are frequently available in single-serving bottles or cans.

To prevent spills and to more fully appreciate the flavors and textures of the beverage, several consumers prefer to drink these things using a straw. The demand for straws is projected to rise along with the popularity of non-alcoholic fermented and cold-pressed juices in Canada.

As customers prefer to sip beverages using a straw, shops, and restaurants are catering to this preference by including straws with their beverage offerings. This will continue to create lucrative revenue-generation opportunities for straw manufacturers in Canada.

Paradigm Shift from Plastic to Paper Straws to Generate Lucrative Opportunities

Single-use plastic ban around the world is forcing companies to find eco-friendly alternatives. Big companies such as Starbucks and McDonald’s are finding ways to eliminate plastic straws.

According to Canada Government, around 57 million plastic straws are used daily. This has resulted in a huge accumulation of plastic waste in the environment. To counter this, both government and consumers are shifting towards eco-friendly straws such as paper straws.

Paper straws could generate significant opportunities for companies as the sales of paper straws are skyrocketing and new paper straw start-ups are popping up in the country to meet the demand.

In Canada, the attitudes to using plastic straws are changing as a massive 97% of consumers want the retailers and manufacturers to use less plastic. With the restrictions on plastic straws in Canada by December 2022, consumers are moving away from plastic.

Paper straws are biodegradable and are manufactured with FDA-approved materials. Hence, growing popularity of sustainable straws such as paper drinking straws will create new growth prospects for the market.

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Category-wise Insights

Why is Demand for Paper Straws Rising in Canada?

Government Regulations on Plastic Usage Creating High Demand for Paper Straws

Single-use plastics held a significant market share of 72.5% in 2021. As the Government of Canada moves forward to ban harmful single-use plastics, demand for single-use plastic straws has shown a drastic downfall.

As a replacement for single-use plastic straws, end users are showing a keen inclination towards using eco-friendly products such as paper straws. Consequently, leading manufacturers are shifting their focus on manufacturing paper straws to gain profits.

Paper straws are generally made from kraft paper. They are durable, lightweight, hygienic, and eco-friendly. As a result, it is expected that more and more businesses operating in this marketplace will use paper material for making straws.

As per Future Market Insights, paper segment is expected to showcase significant growth during the forecast period. The target segment is likely to hold a share of around 90% by 2033.

Which End-use Segment will Create Lucrative Growth Prospects Canada Straw Market?

High Shares of Straw Sales to Remain Concentrated in the Food Service Sector

By end use, food service sales hold about 84.1% share of Canada market. The target segment reached a valuation of around US$ 48.5 million in 2023. This is due to rising usage of straw in Canada’s food service sector.

One of the key factors driving demand for straws is the expanding Canadian food service industry. The need for straws in restaurants, cafes, and other food and beverage outlets is rising as the food service sector expands. This is because straws are frequently offered to clients as a convenience, enabling them to effortlessly swallow their drinks without spilling or creating a mess.

Further, providing straws is considered a means to improve the customer experience in Canada's food service business, which has become more customer-focused. Hence, rapid expansion of food services sector will continue to bolster straw sales.

Competitive Landscape

Pactiv LLC, Eviro Glass Straws Ltd., Stone Straw, Blowholes, Green Circle, Canada, GSM Paper Straws, Waterhorse Paper Straws, Canada Brown Eco Products Ltd, Aardvark Straws, Future Care Packaging Inc., Tembo Paper, Green Century Enterprise Inc., and TetraPak Inc are few of the leading straw manufacturers in Canada market.

These key manufacturers of straws are concentrating on developing sustainable solutions to expand their customer base. They are also employing strategies such as partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions to gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance,

• In October 2021, Tembo announced partnership with McDonalds Canada to provide paper straws for more than 1400 McDonalds restaurants in Canada.

Scope of Report

Canada Straws Market Segmentation

By Material Type:

• Single Use Plastic (SUP)
• Bioplastics
• Paper
• Metal
• Glass
• Bamboo
• Others

By Straw Length:

• <9 cm
• 9-15 cm
• 16-20 cm
• >20 cm

By Sales Channel:

• Manufacturers
• Distributors
• Retailers
  • Hypermarkets
  • Supermarkets
  • Convenience Stores
  • Specialty Stores
  • Discount Stores
• E-retail

By End Use:

• Foodservice
  • Hotels & Restaurants
  • Bars & Lounges
  • Cafes & Fast-Food Outlet
  • Cinemas
  • Airline & Railway
• Institutional
  • Educational
  • Healthcare
  • Corporate
• Households