An official visit celebrating quality, heritage, and the growing partnership between Lebanon and Canada.
Mechaalany was honoured to welcome His Excellency Gregory Galligan, Ambassador of Canada to Lebanon, for an official visit to the company’s headquarters and production facilities.
The visit provided an opportunity to present Mechaalany’s journey as one of Lebanon’s leading food manufacturers, showcasing the company’s production processes, commitment to quality, and dedication to preserving authentic Lebanese flavours for consumers around the world.
As one of Mechaalany’s most important export destinations, Canada continues to play a significant role in the company’s international growth, making the Ambassador’s visit a meaningful occasion for both parties.
A Warm Welcome
The visit began with a warm reception at the Mechaalany factory, where Ambassador Galligan was welcomed by the company’s management team.
During the introductory meeting, the Ambassador learned more about Mechaalany’s history, its evolution since 1943, and its continued commitment to producing authentic Lebanese food products while maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety.
The meeting also highlighted the company’s growing international presence and the importance of strong partnerships between Lebanese manufacturers and global markets.



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Inside the Mechaalany Factory
Following the introductory meeting, Ambassador Galligan toured Mechaalany’s production facilities, where he was introduced to the different stages of manufacturing, packaging, and quality control.
Throughout the visit, members of the production team presented the company’s modern facilities and explained the processes that help ensure consistency, food safety, and the quality that customers have trusted for more than eight decades.
The tour also offered an opportunity to showcase the expertise, dedication, and teamwork behind every Mechaalany product from the careful selection of ingredients to the final stages of packaging before products are shipped to markets around the world.






A Strong Partnership with Canada
Canada remains one of Mechaalany’s most valued export markets.
Today, the company’s products are proudly supplied to leading Canadian retailers, including Loblaws (Real Canadian Superstore), Walmart Canada, and the Phoenicia Group, making authentic Lebanese food products available across the Canadian market.
Ambassador Galligan’s visit reflects the strong and growing relationship between Canada and Lebanese businesses while recognising the important role that Lebanese manufacturers continue to play in international trade.
A Shared Commitment to Quality
Since 1943, Mechaalany has remained committed to producing authentic Lebanese food products while continuously investing in quality, innovation, and internationally recognised food safety standards.
Every product that leaves the factory reflects the company’s long-standing values of authenticity, consistency, and excellence values that have helped build lasting relationships with customers and partners both in Lebanon and abroad.
Visits such as this reaffirm Mechaalany’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships and proudly representing Lebanese industry around the world.
Thank You
Mechaalany sincerely thanks His Excellency Gregory Galligan, Ambassador of Canada to Lebanon, for taking the time to visit the company’s facilities and learn more about its journey, its people, and its commitment to quality.
The company looks forward to continuing to strengthen its relationship with the Canadian market while proudly sharing authentic Lebanese products with consumers around the world.