Christy Harris, director of warehouse and logistics, Feed Nova Scotia; Gregg Kerwin, co-founder and CEO of Sperri; and Bessie Nicolaou, vice president of marketing at Sperri, pictured together.
TORONTO, November 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sperry™, Canada's first organic plant-based meal replacement drink, is reinforcing its commitment to supporting communities with a major donation initiative this season. The brand is donating more than 10,000 cases of complete meal replacements (approximately 120,000 meals) to local food banks across the country, ensuring more Canadians have access to balanced nutrition during a critical time of need.
Founded and developed in Canada, Sperri was created by doctors, nutritionists and nutritional scientists to provide a whole food, allergen-friendly solution made without artificial sweeteners to meet a range of dietary needs. As food insecurity reaches record levels, with nearly 2.2 million Canadians reporting using food banks in March 2025 (a third of whom were children).1Sperry's donation to local food banks aims to help fill a critical gap by providing a nutritious food option to people who need it most.
“The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for families,” says Matt Noble, executive director of the Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank. “As the cost of living continues to rise and more households turn to food banks for support, access to nutritious foods can be limited. This generous donation from Sperry will help us provide healthier food options to the thousands of people who visit our location, with the goal of achieving more positive nutritional outcomes.”
Sperry works in partnership with Feed Nova Scotia, Food Banks Alberta and the Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank, to name a few. Together they distribute donations where they are needed most this season.
Formulated with easily digestible, organic, dairy-free and gluten-free ingredients such as plant-based proteins, 24 essential vitamins and minerals, and fiber from real food sources, Sperri offers a convenient and versatile meal replacement option to suit most dietary needs. As health practitioners increasingly emphasize allergen-friendly whole foods, Sperry is committed to making this standard more accessible to Canadians by Canadians.
“Access to nutritious food is a basic need, yet many Canadians go without it, whether due to dietary restrictions, economic constraints or other contributing factors,” says Gregg Kerwin, co-founder and CEO of Sperri. “We created Sperri to support people in their daily lives, and we are proud to support Canadian food banks in their mission to ensure more people have access to clean, nutritious food.”
Where to buy
Sperry is available online at: sperry.ca and throughout the country in major retail chains. Sperri's organic plant-based meal replacement drinks are currently available across Canada in three delicious flavors including chocolate, vanilla maple and strawberry, offering a convenient and nutritious option for Canadians looking to support their health.
About Sperry™
Sperri delivers real nutrition without compromise. Created by Canadian doctors and developed in collaboration with nutritionists and nutritional scientists, Sperri is a complete plant-based meal in a bottle designed for people who want to feel better, eat cleaner and live a balanced life – without the hassle. Made with organic whole food ingredients and free of dairy, gluten, soy and artificial additives, Sperri offers a clean, allergen-friendly option that suits active lifestyles and supports sensitive systems. Whether you're tackling digestive issues, filling a busy day, or feeding picky eaters, Sperri makes it easy to stay energized and full anytime, anywhere. To find out more, visit www.sperri.ca
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1https://content.foodbankscanada.ca/wordpress/2025/10/FBC_HungerCount_EN_2025.pdf
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