Chapman's Ice Cream
Chapman's is a family-owned ice cream company based in Markdale, Ontario — one of the largest Canadian-owned ice cream manufacturers. They famously refused to raise prices during economic pressure and are a staple in Canadian grocery stores. Replace Breyers, Häagen-Dazs, and Ben & Jerry's.
Why Switch?
When supply chain pressure hit during the pandemic, Chapman's refused to raise prices or downsize their containers — a stance no American multinational brand would take. They've been scooping ice cream out of Markdale, Ontario since 1973 and every tub you buy supports a family-owned Canadian business and the local dairy farmers they work with. Breyers and Häagen-Dazs are owned by Unilever and Nestlé respectively — two of the world's largest multinationals. Chapman's is a family. The choice is easy.
Families looking for affordable, Canadian-made ice cream available in every major grocery chain across Canada.
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Where to Buy in Canada
How It Compares
| Feature | Canadian Option | American Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Family-owned since 1973 | Owned by Unilever or Nestlé |
| Made in | Markdale, Ontario | Various US facilities |
| Price during inflation | Held prices — publicly praised | Raised prices and shrunk containers |
| Dairy sourcing | Canadian dairy farms | American dairy supply chain |
Why we list this
Chapman's is family-owned and operated in Markdale, Ontario since 1973. Widely reported in Canadian media.
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