Strawberries are one of Canada’s most beloved berries– and for good reason! Their vibrant colour, fragrant aroma and naturally sweet flavour make them a summer staple from coast to coast. In Canada, strawberry season typically runs from late May to mid-July. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh or adding them to baked goods (like this Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie), fresh Canadian strawberries are hard to beat!

Juicy, fragrant, and deliciously sweet, Canadian peaches are a late summer favourite. Grown in Ontario’s Niagara region and parts of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, they thrive in the warm days and cool nights that help develop their rich flavour and tender texture. In the kitchen, their versatility makes them a standout ingredient. Whether blended into smoothies, preserved in homemade jams, added to fresh summer salads like a Peachy Pasta Salad, or paired with savoury mains like BBQ Pork Chops with Grilled Peaches, Canadian peaches bring a burst of summer to every dish!

Similar to tropical fruits, citrus fruits are not typically grown in Canada due to our colder climate. Imported varieties like oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and mandarins are widely available year-round and especially abundant in winter, when many Canadian-grown fruits are out of season. Citrus fruits are known for their balance of sweet and tart, their fresh-squeezed juice and zest can elevate everything from salad dressings and baked goods to marinades and cocktails. Whether you’re looking to wake up your taste buds or add a pop of colour to your plate, citrus fruits are a simple way to take everyday cooking to the next level.