Results: The History of Chocolate & Confectionery * Part Fifteen * Chocolate in Canada, Ganong
Published on 05/09/2023
Established in 1873, Ganong has the distinction of being Canada's original and longest standing family-owned and operated chocolate company

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Ganong has been manufacturing all its products in St. Stephen, New Brunswick. Started in 1873 by brothers James and Gilbert Ganong, the factory has the distinction of being Canada's longest operating independent chocolatier. In the tiny town of St. Stephen, the factory's iconic steam whistle still sounds twice a day. Are you familiar with Ganong Chocolates & Confections?
Yes
18%
370 votes
No
55%
1158 votes
Undecided
8%
176 votes
Not Applicable
19%
396 votes
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The factory has a rich and innovative legacy; they were the curators of many "firsts" in Canadian history. In 1885 Ganong candy maker Frank Sparhawk invented the Ganong original Chicken Bones, spicy cinnamon flavoured candy filled with bitter-sweet chocolate. In 1895 Ganong was the first in Canada to make lollipops and suckers using a butcher's wooden skewers. Have you ever enjoyed a Ganong Chicken Bone?
Yes
11%
230 votes
No
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1192 votes
Undecided
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176 votes
Not Applicable
24%
502 votes
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CHOCOLATE EMBOSSING - Ganong was the first to imprint their hand-dipped chocolates on the bottom by use of embossed celluloid pads, patented by Gilbert Ganong. Each pad is covered with the stamp: 'GB Ganong's' In 1889 Gilbert Ganong purchased the first Lozenge machine from Europe. Chris Laubman was Ganong's original lozenge candy-maker. In 1917 Gilbert Ganong in collaboration with nephew Arthur Ganong decided to package their finest chocolates under a new name: Delecto, a slightly cosmopolitan twist on the word 'Delectable'. Delecto, Ganong's best known boxed chocolates was, born during the First World War. Have you enjoyed a box of Delecto Chocolates by Ganong?
Yes
15%
310 votes
No
53%
1117 votes
Undecided
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206 votes
Not Applicable
22%
467 votes
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In 1917, Arthur Ganong became President of Ganong Bros., Limited. Arthur was President for 40 years and was famous for eating 2-3 pounds of chocolate every day. Invented by Ganong maker Ed Bosein in 1920, the Pal-o-Mine is one of the oldest continuously produced candy bar in North America. Two pieces of rich fudge centres enrobed with premium dark chocolate and bits of peanuts. The name Pal-o-Mine evokes a sense of loyalty, of a man's best friend faithfulness, the kind that passes from one generation to the next. Have you enjoyed a Pal o Mine Bar?
Yes
8%
168 votes
No
61%
1278 votes
Undecided
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154 votes
Not Applicable
24%
500 votes
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1984 Chocolate Fest - Ganong and the community of St. Stephen launched Chocolate Fest, a unique festival held annually the first week of August in St. Stephen, New Brunswick. http://chocolate-fest.ca/site/ 1990 New Factory Opens, Ganong moved into its new factory located on One Chocolate Drive, St. Stephen New Brunswick. In 1997 Sunkist in Canada, Ganong becomes the official Canadian Licensee of Sunkist brand. In 1999 The Chocolate Museum opens its doors for all to explore the wonders of Chocolate and history of Ganong. www.chocolatemuseum.ca Have you visited ________St Stephen, New Brunswick?
Ganong Factory
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75 votes
Ganong Store
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101 votes
Ganong Chocolate Festival
5%
107 votes
Ganong Chocolate Museum
3%
63 votes
Other (please specify)
1%
15 votes
Not Applicable
86%
1809 votes
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1.66% | 6 | |
no | 0.55% | 2 |
When crsossing the border | 0.28% | 1 |
no, but would like to | 0.28% | 1 |
Just plainly "NO". | 0.28% | 1 |
St. Stephen but not the chocolate "sights". | 0.28% | 1 |
The town, yes | 0.28% | 1 |
None, though I'm Canadian, have never been to St-Stephen, NB | 0.28% | 1 |
Yum yummy yummm | 0.28% | 1 |
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In 2003 Ganong becomes a proud partner with Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) for "The Gift for the Cure Campaign". The recognizable pink ribbon was printed on every Delecto boxed chocolates to help raise funds in support of the cause. In 2013 – Gangong;s 140TH Anniversary of Canada's Premier Chocolatier, Since 1873. -Ganong Fruitfull jellies are now made with natural fruit flavours and colours: Blueberry, Peach, Orange, Jaspberry, Lemon and Strawberry. (My personal favorite!)Ganong Jelly Beans in assorted fruit flavours: Cherry, Grape, Lemon, Licorice, Lime and Orange In 2014 Bryana Ganong, is named President & CEO, daughter of David Ganong and 5th generation family. In 2018, Safe Quality Foods Level III Certification -- Ganong achieves the Globally recognized Safe Quality Foods Level III Certification (SQF Level III) - Level III is the highest standard that can be achieved for food safety and food quality systems. In 2018 Chocolatier Artisan Chocolates, Ganong expands their Premium Gifting Chocolatier Collection, packaged in a luxurious keepsake box. Ganong lauches Delecto Canadian Classics for anytime snacking enjoyment, in pouches. Have you enjoyed....
Fruitfull Fruit Jellies
7%
137 votes
Ganong Jelly Beans
7%
148 votes
Chocolatier
10%
201 votes
Delecto Snack Pouches
4%
78 votes
Other (please specify)
1%
15 votes
Not Applicable
79%
1655 votes
Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
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1.38% | 8 | |
roman nougat | 0.17% | 1 |
Chicken Bones every Xmas | 0.17% | 1 |
fruits covered by dark chocolate | 0.17% | 1 |
All of the above, eh? | 0.17% | 1 |
Idk | 0.17% | 1 |
NONE | 0.17% | 1 |
Yummmmmmmyumyumyum | 0.17% | 1 |
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