HyLife Recognized by National Industry Leader  

What a night. In April, leaders from across Canada’s manufacturing sector came together to celebrate the people and companies shaping the future of industry. It was an incredible moment as HyLife was honoured to receive the Manitoba Industry Impact Award from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters. 

Presented by one of Canada’s most established and influential industry organizations, this recognition highlights HyLife’s role in strengthening Manitoba’s manufacturing and agricultural economy while contributing to Canada’s global export success. 

With more than 150 years of history, CME represents thousands of manufacturers across the country and plays a key role in advocating for policies, innovation, and growth within Canada’s manufacturing sector. Being recognized by a national organization of this scale underscores the impact HyLife continues to make both within Manitoba and beyond.  

“As one of Manitoba’s largest agri-food manufacturers, HyLife supports thousands of jobs through integrated pork production, processing, and logistics. Producing premium pork for global markets, including Japan, the company strengthens Manitoba’s export footprint. From feed production to finished product shipping, HyLife anchors a resilient local supply chain while offering training and career progression for its workforce.” shared Marlene Keys, Director of Protein Manitoba. 

Strengthening Manitoba’s Supply Chain 

The Manitoba Industry Impact Award recognizes manufacturers whose products and services support and enable other industries through operational excellence, reliability, and economic contribution across the supply chain. 

HyLife is a fully integrated premium pork company headquartered in Steinbach, with a flagship processing facility in Neepawa. Together with a strong network of producers and partners, it plays a key role in Manitoba’s agri-food sector. 

Today, the company employs more than 2,600 people and supports thousands of additional jobs through its extended supply chain—helping drive economic activity and stability in rural Manitoba. 

This award reflects not only the scale of its operations, but also its ability to deliver consistent, high-quality products to global markets while remaining firmly rooted in Manitoba. 

Pork produced through HyLife’s operations reaches more than 20 countries worldwide, including key markets such as Japan and South Korea — reinforcing the province’s reputation as a trusted supplier of premium food products. 

“HyLife’s success is driven by our people and the strong partnerships we have built across the province and country. Through continued investment in workforce development, innovation, and operational excellence, our company remains committed to supporting the industries and partners that help drive Manitoba and Canada’s economy forward,” shared Karan Sangfai, President and CEO, HyLife. 

Looking Ahead 

This distinction from CME reinforces HyLife’s commitment to being a reliable partner within the manufacturing and agriculture sectors—both in Manitoba and globally. 

As the company continues to grow, its focus remains the same: strengthening the supply chain, supporting its people, and delivering high-quality food products to customers around the world.