2025 Impact Awards Winner: Rabba Fine Foods

The team at Rabba Fine Foods strongly believes that leading by example matters. 

Its sustainability programs show a commitment to lessening its environmental footprint. 

The network of neighbourhood stores serving the Greater Toronto Area has embedded sustainability into its operations, actively reducing food waste, investing in renewable energy and implementing partnerships that benefit both people and the planet. 

In partnership with Green Integrations and Star Energy Solutions, the company installed more than 2,500 solar panels, which generate more than 1.5 million kWh of electricity annually, in 2023 at its Mississauga distribution centres and offices. 

The initiative offsets about 992 metric tons of CO₂ each year, the equivalent of removing 200+ cars from the road. 

Meanwhile, to combat food waste, Rabba continues its weekly food rescue program in collaboration with Food Banks Mississauga. 

Select retail locations donate surplus ambient and fresh in-store products, diverting them from landfills to those in need. 

In partnership with Second Harvest, Rabba redirects approximately 25,000 pounds of surplus food annually to individuals facing food insecurity in the GTA. 

“At Rabba, we believe our role as a neighbourhood grocer goes beyond our store shelves,” says Rima Rabba, head of marketing. 

“Supporting our communities and acting sustainably are at the heart of who we are. We’re honoured to be recognized for the impact of these commitments.”