Beneco Packaging, a Canadian folding carton manufacturer based in Ontario, has been named Most Environmentally Progressive Packaging Company at the 2026 Canadian Printing Awards — becoming the first packaging company to receive this award.
This recognition highlights Beneco’s commitment to sustainable packaging manufacturing, responsible material sourcing, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement.
For us, sustainability isn’t just a statement. It’s reflected in the paperboard we select, the inks we use, the energy we manage, and the quality standards we maintain throughout production.
Recognizing Environmental Leadership in Canada’s Packaging Industry
The Canadian Printing Awards recognize achievements in printing, packaging, innovation, and environmental responsibility across Canada.
Receiving the Most Environmentally Progressive Packaging Company award represents an important milestone for Beneco Packaging and our ongoing efforts to make packaging manufacturing more sustainable.
As an Ontario-based manufacturer of custom printed folding cartons, we understand that today’s brands are looking beyond packaging appearance and performance. They also want to understand how their packaging is sourced, manufactured, and delivered.
Environmental responsibility has become an important part of that conversation.
How Beneco Integrates Sustainability into Packaging Manufacturing
Sustainable packaging begins long before a finished carton reaches the customer.
At Beneco, we focus on improving environmental performance throughout our manufacturing operations.
Responsible Paperboard and Material Sourcing
Material selection plays an important role in the environmental impact of packaging.
Beneco offers recyclable paperboard options and supports responsible sourcing through our FSC® Chain of Custody certification (FSC® C192694), where applicable.
By considering material characteristics, packaging requirements, and responsible sourcing practices, we help customers make more informed packaging decisions.
Efficient Printing and Manufacturing Processes
Manufacturing efficiency and sustainability often go hand in hand.
From paperboard preparation and printing to die cutting, finishing, and gluing, our integrated production capabilities allow us to maintain greater visibility over material use and manufacturing processes.
Careful production planning, print quality control, and process improvements help reduce avoidable waste while maintaining the consistency our customers expect.
Energy Management and Continuous Improvement
Energy efficiency is another important part of responsible packaging manufacturing.
Beneco continues to invest in equipment improvements, operational efficiency, and energy management initiatives to support more sustainable production.
These efforts were also recognized through our 2026 Corporate Energy Management Award from the Association of Energy Engineers – Greater Toronto Area Chapter.
Building on Our 2026 Sustainability Achievements
The Canadian Printing Awards recognition adds to an important year of sustainability achievements for Beneco Packaging.
In February 2026, Beneco received the EcoVadis Gold Medal, achieving an overall score of 80/100 and ranking in the 96th percentile among companies assessed by EcoVadis.
EcoVadis evaluates sustainability performance across four areas: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.
Together with our energy management recognition and the 2026 Canadian Printing Award, these achievements reflect our continued focus on strengthening environmental responsibility across our operations.
Learn more about our materials, certifications, and environmental initiatives on the Beneco Sustainability page.
What Does This Award Mean for Packaging Buyers?
For procurement teams and brands, selecting a packaging manufacturer involves more than evaluating cost, print quality, and delivery schedules.
Environmental performance, responsible sourcing, supplier transparency, and manufacturing reliability are increasingly important considerations.
Working with a manufacturer that incorporates sustainability into its operations can help businesses make more informed sourcing decisions and support their broader environmental objectives.
At Beneco, we believe responsible manufacturing should complement the qualities customers already depend on: consistent packaging quality, reliable production, and responsive local supply.
Our goal is to help brands find packaging solutions that meet their operational requirements while supporting more responsible material and manufacturing choices.
Continuing Our Commitment to Sustainable Packaging
Being named Most Environmentally Progressive Packaging Company at the 2026 Canadian Printing Awards is an achievement we are proud to share with our entire team.
From purchasing and production to quality assurance and energy management, meaningful progress comes from the decisions made throughout our operations every day.
We thank our employees for their dedication and our customers for continuing to place their trust in Beneco Packaging.
This recognition is an important milestone in our sustainability journey, but our commitment to improvement continues.
Because better packaging isn’t only about what we produce. It’s also about how we produce it.
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