Vachon Inc.

Vachon Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the production and distribution of baked goods. The company was founded in 1923 by Rose-Anna Giroux and Joseph-Arcade Vachon in Sainte-Marie, Quebec. Vachon Inc. is best known for its popular snack cakes such as Jos. Louis, May West, and Passion Flakie.

History

Vachon Inc. was established in 1923 when Rose-Anna Giroux and Joseph-Arcade Vachon converted their family home into a bakery. The company initially produced bread, but soon expanded to include pastries and cakes. In 1932, Vachon Inc. introduced its first snack cake, the Jos. Louis, named after the Vachon's sons, Joseph and Louis.

In the following decades, Vachon Inc. continued to expand its product line and distribution network. The company was acquired by Canada Bread in 1999, which in turn was purchased by Grupo Bimbo in 2014.

Products

Vachon Inc. produces a wide range of baked goods, including snack cakes, pastries, and breads. Some of its most popular products include:

• Jos. Louis: A chocolate-covered snack cake with a vanilla cream filling.
• May West: A round snack cake with a cream filling, covered in a thin layer of white icing.
• Passion Flakie: A flaky pastry with a cream and fruit filling.

Distribution

Vachon Inc. distributes its products across Canada and in parts of the United States. The company's products are sold in grocery stores, convenience stores, and other retail outlets.

See Also

• List of Canadian companies
• List of bakeries
• Grupo Bimbo
• Canada Bread