Swander Pace Capital, CDPQ, and Roynat Equity Partners have acquired a majority stake in St-Méthode Bakery, a leading provider of healthy bread products in Québec, to drive growth and innovation in the bakery sector.

Target Information

St-Méthode Bakery (BSM), founded in 1947 in Adstock, Québec, is recognized as a leader in the healthy, value-added bread category. The bakery has cultivated a strong brand identity through its commitment to high quality and innovation in its product offerings. BSM produces three primary lines of healthy bread products—La Récolte de St-Méthode, Les Grains St-Méthode, and Le Campagnolo—sourced from local ingredients, such as Québec wheat flour, ensuring both quality and regional support. With a steadfast presence in the Chaudière-Appalaches region, BSM has positioned itself as one of the largest employers in the area.

Under its new partnership with Swander Pace Capital, CDPQ, and Roynat Equity Partners, St-Méthode Bakery aims to enhance its market presence and leverage its established distribution network across Québec and beyond. The current management team, including President Benoit Faucher, will remain in place, emphasizing continuity and strategic guidance in this transition.

Industry Overview

The bakery industry in Québec has seen substantial growth, driven by increasing consumer demand for healthier and innovative food options. With a population increasingly aware of dietary choices, the focus on h