Crawford Packaging Recognized as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for Sixth Year
London, Ontario, Canada, May 14, 2026 – Crawford Packaging was recognized for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2026 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award.
Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence in private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or greater. To attain the designation, companies are evaluated on their leadership in the areas of strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities, and innovation, governance and financial performance.
“We are honoured to be recognized as a Gold Standard winner in Canada’s Best Managed Companies program for the sixth consecutive year,” said John Ashby, President of Crawford Packaging. “This achievement reflects the strength of our people, our strategy, and our culture of continuous improvement.”
Canada’s Best Managed Companies is one of the country’s leading business awards programs recognizing innovative and world-class businesses. Every year, hundreds of entrepreneurial companies compete for this designation in a rigorous and independent evaluation process.
Applicants are evaluated by an independent panel of judges with representation from program sponsors and special guests.
Crawford Packaging offers a diverse range of integrated packaging solutions across North America, including advanced packaging automation and end-of-line equipment, packaging consumables, retail-ready packaging, and expert technical support. Focused on driving efficiency, innovation, and customer success, Crawford provides end-to-end solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of its clients and help optimize their packaging operations.
The 2026 cohort of Best Managed Companies shares common themes, including fostering a people-centric culture, implementing a strategic company framework, investing in innovation and technological advancement, and maintaining financial resilience and strong corporate governance.
Together, these practices strengthen the Canadian economy by promoting sustainable growth, enhancing competitiveness, and cultivating a thriving business ecosystem.
“Best Managed is a prestigious award that recognizes the significant and ongoing contributions within Canada’s business landscape,” said Ruby Williams, Partner & National Leader, M&A Advisory, and Canada’s Best Managed Co-Leader. “Companies such as Crawford Packaging who attain this high standard of excellence demonstrate consistent adaptability, versatility, and strategic acuity. Year after year, they thrive in a competitive, rapidly changing market and should be proud of their growth.”
About Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program
Canada’s Best Managed Companies program continues to be the mark of excellence for privately-owned Canadian companies. Every year since the launch of the program in 1993, hundreds of entrepreneurial companies have competed for this designation in a rigorous and independent process that evaluates their management skills and practices. The awards are granted on four levels: 1) Canada’s Best Managed Companies new winner, one of the new winners selected each year; 2) Canada’s Best Managed Companies winner, award recipients that have re-applied and successfully retained their Best Managed designation for two additional years, subject to annual operational and financial review; 3) Gold Standard winner, after three consecutive years of maintaining their Best Managed status, these winners have demonstrated their commitment to the program and successfully retained their award for 4-6 consecutive years; 4) Platinum Club member, winners that have maintained their Best Managed status for seven years or more. Program sponsors are Deloitte Private, CIBC, Norton Rose Fulbright, EDC, The Globe and Mail, and TMX Group. For more information, visit www.bestmanagedcompanies.ca
About Crawford Packaging:
Established in 1963, Crawford Packaging is North America’s leading resource for innovative packaging solutions, including packaging automation equipment, consumables, custom packaging products, and technical support. With locations in Canada, the US, and Mexico, Crawford serves a broad range of industries and organizations, from small start-ups to large-scale operations. The company leverages its knowledge-based culture to deliver best-in-class packaging solutions, enhancing the performance of businesses – one customer at a time. For more information, visit: www.crawfordpackaging.com
Media Contact:
Magdalena Becker
Director of Marketing
Crawford Packaging
Phone: 437-235-8312