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Winpak Limited

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ANNUAL
REPORT

2022

REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS 

While we look back at 2022 as an absolute record year for Winpak, both in terms of revenue and net income, critical challenges were numerous and 
strained many activities.   The availability of human resources in the beginning of the year was constrained by the  COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on 
absenteeism, slowly easing in the course of the year.  However, access to human capital for operations remained tight and impacted productivity across 
all our stakeholders, and certainly within Winpak.  Efforts to broaden inclusion and acceptance of diversity had a positive impact, yet more needs to be 
accomplished.

Certain resin raw materials were in short supply and remained on allocation in some instances.  Following the closure of Chinese mills in the latter part of 
2021, global aluminum foil availability was severely reduced.  The brittleness of the supply chain in the fi rst half of the year dramatically affected both our 
ability to supply high demand levels and impeded our productivity through short runs and permanent schedule breaks.  While some specialty feedstocks 
are still on short supply, pressure on major commodity resin pricing has eased somewhat, relieving exhausted customers from the constant price pass-
through pressure.

Once again, Winpak’s supply chain, operations, technical services and customer service teams, in all business units, turned these challenges into a 
competitive advantage and have shown incredible creativity and resilience.  No effort was spared to improve our service levels, at times at tremendous 
costs to our operations, and in parallel, optimized the performance of our operations.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is back at the forefront as pandemic related disruptions fade away.  The positive economic environment 
in the latter part of 2021 that persisted into the very early days of 2022, despite infl ationary pressure, put the focus on sustainability pledges, a priority 
for customers and investors alike.  Winpak’s focus on offering a recycle-ready solution for all our product groups by 2025 is well on track. Similarly, 
the development of high-barrier, renewable materials, either made of natural fi bres or from organic by-products, are reaching pre-production maturity.  
Products containing post-consumer recycled (PCR) content are becoming available.  The Company is very proud of its Carbon Disclosure Project score 
of A-minus in 2022, which puts us amongst the leaders of our industry.  Today, approximately one-third of Winpak’s revenue stems from environmentally 
sound, recycle-ready packages.

Global supply chains, energy availability and costs in the wake of the war in Ukraine and other geopolitical tensions, persistent infl ationary pressure and 
fear of a recession have lowered the economic outlook and thereby the investments in packaging equipment by our customers.

The 2022 net income attributable to equity holders of the Company reached $128.3 million, eclipsing the $103.8 million achieved in 2021, an increase of 
23.6 percent, while revenue soared to $1,181.1 million, an increase over 2021 of 17.9 percent.  These new records stem from of a blend of very strong 
volume growth in our modifi ed atmosphere packaging (MAP) product group and from company-wide selling price increases.  Volume in our rigid container 
and fl exible lidding business was impacted by diffi culties in sourcing aluminum foil for lidding activities, which also depressed sales of the associated rigid 
containers.  Some activities were restrained in the latter part of the year due to inventory overstock situations at many customers.  Company-wide volume 
growth was 0.6 percent.  Gross profi t reached $331.8 million, a 20.9 percent improvement over 2021.

During the course of 2022, many of the 2021 initiatives to add capacity in extrusion coating equipment, sheet and thermoforming line upgrades from 
polystyrene to polypropylene, automated die-cutters, in-mold label injection molding, spouted pouch production, laser-etched reclosable packaging to 
name a few were ramped up, while our engineering teams were busy preparing the next wave of installations and investments earmarked for 2023.  
Prolonged equipment lead time due to supply chain limitations around electronic components have pushed back some of the new equipment installations.

The MAP business at the Winnipeg, Manitoba facility grew in double digits across North America, setting a new record for revenue and profi tability.  New 
capacity came on board in the latter part of 2021, which was almost instantly sold out, but additional capacity will be installed in the latter part of 2023.  
The new generation recyclable high-barrier mono-material thermoformable structures appear to outpace expectations in terms of performance at costs 
comparable with existing non-recyclable, higher carbon footprint solutions.  The business is gearing up for another site expansion.  

The facility in Querétaro, Mexico has been a key driver of growth and profi tability, consolidating Winpak’s presence in the Mexican market with its new 
print technology, geared towards highly sophisticated, high-resolution print designs.

American Biaxis Inc., the sole producer of biaxially oriented polyamide (nylon) fi lms in North America, had strong volume  demand for the fi rst three 
quarters of 2022 and saw volumes receding in the latter part of the year due to excess inventory situations at many customers and a slowdown of some 
market segments as consumption under infl ationary pressure was tamed.  The qualifi cation of the new high-tech nylon line made signifi cant progress late 
in the year which bodes well for 2023.

The trends for the healthcare market remain favorable, fueled by an aging population, sophisticated therapies, medical devices, and growth in generic 
drugs to contain healthcare costs.  The market slowdown experienced during the pandemic appears to be behind us and signifi cant volume growth was 
accomplished via Winpak Heat Seal and Winpak Control Group activities, spurred by the vertical integration of base material manufacturing at historic 
Winpak sites, along with exceptional customer service from Winpak Control Group.

The rigid container business, which consists of the production of plastic sheets and thermoformed barrier containers performed to record levels operationally 
despite seeing volumes drop below expectations in the specialty beverage market and in applications where the shortfall of lidding availability hampered 
cup or tray sales.  As with fl exible packaging, the trend towards recycle-ready containers, the introduction of PCR content or materials from renewable 
sources is an area of prime focus with our customers, keen to reduce their environmental footprint.  Our new injection molding center for containers with 
in-mold label capabilities has been commissioned and the fi rst approved commercial application will launch in 2023.

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REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS 

The Company’s product offering as a system of highly technical fl exible lidding solutions, combined with rigid containers, whether in die-cut or roll-fed 
form, foil-based or high-barrier plastics, sets Winpak apart in the industry.  Our roll-fed fl exible lidding and sachet products manufactured at our Vaudreuil-
Dorion, Quebec facility complements our large die-cut lid presence which has been negatively impacted by the shortage of aluminum foil supply on a 
global basis, besides some allocations and other limitations with key specialty resins.  The supply situation improved in the latter part of the year and no 
effort is spared to regain lost ground.  Employment in Quebec remains tight for night and weekend shifts, yet is slowly improving.

The packaging machinery business still meanders through supply chain shortages and demand slowed in the second half of the year because of increased 
cost of capital and the economic outlook.  The parts and service component of the business helped maintain profi tability at the 2021 level.  Now located in 
its new site in Rialto, California, three new machine types have been engineered and reached commercial level, which sets an excellent foundation once 
the opportunity for growth in the market resumes.  The focus remains on system sales, combining the sale of packaging consumables with machinery.  

The supply chain crisis, particularly for aluminum foil, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic in the early part of the year, demanded the utmost from every 
Winpak employee to maintain our commitment to exceptional service levels.  Despite these hurdles, we maintained focus on our strategic expansions in 
all market segments of the Company and grew volumes at a remarkable rate where we weren’t hindered by supply tightness.  Winpak also launched an 
initiative around diversity, equality, and inclusion to make everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the Company, feel equally involved 
and supported in all areas of the workplace and to foster and create more innovative approaches in terms of how business is conducted throughout 
the  organization.    Our  portfolio  of  new  sustainable  products  and  other  new  products,  fostered  by  new  technologies,  will  spur  steady,  future  growth.  
Investments in research and development initiatives and capital for new technologies and increased capacity are placing the Company in a strong position 
for growth as our customers increasingly regain their ability to qualify Winpak packaging materials. 

O.Y. Muggli
President and Chief Executive Offi cer
Winnipeg, Canada  
February 28, 2023

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REVIEW

(Values expressed in US dollars)

Operating results ($ million except earnings per share)

Revenue

Income from operations

EBITDA (1)

Net income attributable to equity holders of the Company

Earnings per share (cents) (2)

Investments and assets ($ million)

Investments in property, plant and equipment

Business acquisition

Total assets

Financial position

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

1,181.1

1,002.0

172.3

220.0

128.3

197

49.1

-

142.4

187.8

103.8

160

48.3

-

852.5

146.8

191.5

106.3

164

51.3

-

873.8

155.0

198.5

114.8

177

58.1

42.7

889.6

150.1

190.2

108.9

168

71.2

-

1,462.5

1,321.7

1,332.6

1,212.4

1,088.9

Net return on opening equity attributable to equity holders of the Company

Return on opening invested capital (3)

11.9%

20.9%

9.2%

19.1%

10.3%

20.1%

12.5%

23.4%

13.3%

24.7%

Basis of Presentation
• 

The Company’s fi scal year is usually 52 weeks in duration, but includes a 53rd week every fi ve to six years.  All years presented on pages 3 and 4 
were 52 weeks in duration, with the exception of 2012 and 2017, which were 53 weeks in duration.
All years presented on pages 3 and 4 are in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• 

Defi nitions
(1)  EBITDA (income before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) is not a recognized measure under IFRS.  Management believes that in addition 
to net income attributable to equity holders of the Company, EBITDA is a useful supplemental measure as it provides investors with an indication of cash 
available for distribution prior to debt service, capital expenditures, payment of lease liabilities and income taxes.  Investors should be cautioned, however, 
that EBITDA should not be construed as an alternative to net income attributable to equity holders of the Company determined in accordance with IFRS 
as an indicator of the Company’s performance.  The Company’s method of calculating EBITDA may differ from other companies and, accordingly, EBITDA 
may not be comparable to measures used by other companies.  Refer to the section entitled Selected Financial Information on page 5 of this document 
for the calculation of EBITDA from 2020 to 2022.
(2)  In 2017, a one-time income tax recovery of 17 cents per share was recorded due to the revaluation of deferred tax asset and liability balances within 
the US operations as a result of US tax reform enacted in December 2017.
(3)  Return on opening invested capital is defi ned as income from operations divided by invested capital, which is defi ned as the sum of total debt, equity, 
net deferred tax liability, and accumulated goodwill amortization.

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REVIEW

CAPEX

% of Revenue

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS 

Forward-looking  statements:  Certain  statements  made  in  the  following  Management’s  Discussion  and  Analysis  contain  forward-looking  statements 
including,  but  not  limited  to,  statements  concerning  possible  or  assumed  future  results  of  operations  of  the  Company.    Forward-looking  statements 
represent the Company’s intentions, plans, expectations and beliefs, and are not guarantees of future performance.  Such forward-looking statements 
represent Winpak’s current views based on information as at the date of this report.  They involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions and the Company’s 
actual results could differ, which in some cases may be material, from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements.  Factors that could cause 
results to differ from those expected include, but are not limited to: the terms, availability and costs of acquiring raw materials and the ability to pass 
on  price  increases  to  customers;  ability  to  negotiate  contracts  with  new  customers  or  renew  existing  customer  contracts  with  less  favorable  terms; 
timely response to changes in customer product needs and market acceptance of our products; the potential loss of business or increased costs due to 
customer or vendor consolidation; competitive pressures, including new product development; industry capacity, and changes in competitors’ pricing; 
ability to maintain or increase productivity levels; ability to contain or reduce costs; foreign currency exchange rate fl uctuations; changes in governmental 
regulations, including environmental, health and safety; changes in Canadian and foreign income tax rates, income tax laws and regulations.  In addition, 
factors arising as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic that could cause results to differ from those expected include, but are not 
limited to: potential government actions, changes in consumer behaviors and demand, changes in customer requirements, disruptions of the Company’s 
suppliers  and  supply  chain,  availability  of  personnel  and  uncertainty  about  the  extent  and  duration  of  the  pandemic.    Unless  otherwise  required  by 
applicable securities law, Winpak disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise this information, whether as a result of new information, 
future events or otherwise.  The Company cautions investors not to place undue reliance upon forward-looking statements.  

General Information  
The following discussion and analysis dated February 28, 2023 was prepared by management and should be read in conjunction with the consolidated 
fi nancial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).  The following discussion and analysis is presented 
in US dollars except where otherwise noted.  The consolidated fi nancial statements include the accounts of all subsidiaries.  The Company’s functional 
and reporting currency is the US dollar.  The Company has fi led a separate Management’s Discussion and Analysis for its fourth quarter of 2022, which 
is available on the Company’s website at www.winpak.com or on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.  

The fi scal year of the Company ends on the last Sunday of the calendar year.  As a result, the Company’s fi scal year is usually 52 weeks in duration, but 
includes a 53rd week every fi ve to six years.  The 2022 and 2021 fi scal years are both comprised of 52 weeks.

Company Overview 
The Company provides three distinct types of packaging technologies: a) fl exible packaging, b) rigid packaging and fl exible lidding and c) packaging 
machinery.  Each is deemed to be a separate operating segment.

The  fl exible  packaging  segment  includes  the  modifi ed  atmosphere  packaging,  specialty  fi lms and  biaxially oriented  nylon product groups.    Modifi ed 
atmosphere packaging extends the shelf life of perishable foods, while at the same time maintains or improves the quality of the product.  The packaging 
is used for a wide range of markets and applications, including fresh and processed meats, poultry, cheese, medical device packaging, high performance 
pouch applications and high-barrier fi lms for converting applications.  Specialty fi lms include a full line of barrier and non-barrier fi lms which are ideal for 
converting applications such as printing, laminating and bag making, including shrink bags.  Biaxially oriented nylon fi lm is stretched by length and width 
to add stability for further conversion using printing, metalizing or laminating processes and is ideal for food packaging applications such as cheese, fl uid 
and viscous liquids, and industrial applications such as book covers and balloons.

The rigid packaging and fl exible lidding segment includes the rigid containers, lidding and specialized printed packaging product groups.  Rigid containers 
include portion control and single-serve containers, as well as plastic sheet, custom and retort trays, which are used for applications such as food, pet 
food, beverage, dairy, industrial and healthcare.  Lidding products are available in die-cut, daisy chain and rollstock formats and are used for applications 
such as food, dairy, beverage, pet food, industrial and healthcare.  Specialized printed packaging provides packaging solutions to the pharmaceutical, 
healthcare, nutraceutical, cosmetic and personal care markets.

Packaging machinery includes a full line of horizontal fi ll/seal machines for preformed containers and vertical form/fi ll/seal pouch machines for pumpable 
liquid and semi-liquid products and certain dry products.

Selected Financial Information
Millions of US dollars, except per share and margin amounts

Revenue
Income from operations
Net income attributable to equity holders of the Company

Gross profi t margin

Earnings per share (cents)

Reconciliation of EBITDA
Net income
Income tax expense
Net fi nance (income) expense
Depreciation and amortization
EBITDA

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2022
1,181.1
172.3
128.3

28.1%

197

128.2
45.9
(1.8)
47.7
220.0

2021
1,002.0
142.4
103.8

27.4%

160

106.3
35.3
0.8
45.4
187.8

2020
852.5
146.8
106.3

30.9%

164

108.9
38.8
(1.0)
44.8
191.5

 
 
 
 
 
 
Highlights

 ∆ For the second year in a row, the level of revenue achieved represented the highest in the Company’s history.  Revenue grew by $179.1 million 
or 17.9 percent from 2021 to $1,181.1 million.  Revenue growth refl ected the signifi cant infl uence of selling price and mix changes of $176.6 
million.

 ∆ In dollar terms, gross profi t advanced by a remarkable 20.9 percent compared to the prior year whereas sales volume gains were less than 
1 percent.  The substantial expansion in the spread between selling prices and raw material costs was only somewhat counteracted by the 
margin contraction attributable to the rate at which sales volumes increased in relation to the rise in manufacturing costs.  After escalating by 
43.8 percent in 2021, the annual average cost of raw materials purchased by the Company climbed by a further 9.4 percent in 2022.  Towards 
the end of 2022, costs began to recede as additional producer supply became available and the global demand for the Company’s key resins 
declined because of the weakened global economic environment.

 ∆ Higher  personnel  and  pre-production  costs,  along  with  elevated  freight  and  distribution  costs,  contributed  to  the  heightened  operating 
expenses.  In addition, expected credit loss expenses on trade and other receivables were in contrast to the credit loss recoveries recorded in 
2021.  Overall, these items reduced earnings per share by 26.5 cents.  

 ∆ Net income attributable to equity holders of the Company of $128.3 million was an all-time high for Winpak, surpassing the 2021 result by 23.6 

percent.  The exceptional result was largely a function of the sizeable progression in gross profi t.

∆  Capital  expenditures  in  2022 amounted  to  $49.1 million, highlighted by  spending  relating  to  the  injection  molded  container endeavor, the 
purchase of land and building next to the Winnipeg, Manitoba modifi ed atmosphere packaging operation and new conversion capacity.  

 ∆ Cash and cash equivalents ended the year at $398.7 million, an increase of $21.2 million from the start of the year, despite the net investment 
increase in working capital of $116.4 million.  The Company generated $77.6 million in cash fl ow from operating activities, which was more than 
suffi cient to fund $49.1 million in capital projects and $6.0 million in regular dividends.  The Company will utilize its cash resources on hand 
and generate additional cash fl ow from operations to fund its investing and operating activities in 2023.  In addition, management will continue 
to evaluate strategic acquisition opportunities in concert with implementing the organic capital investment program, all focused on enhancing 
long-term shareholder value.  There are no short-term borrowings or long-term debt outstanding.

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS 

Results of Operations

Components of total increase (decrease) in earnings per share (EPS)

Organic growth

Gross profi t margins

Operating expenses, net fi nance (income) expense and non-controlling interests

Income taxes

Foreign exchange

Total increase (decrease) in EPS (cents)

2022

1.0

62.5

(19.5)

(3.5)

(3.5)

37.0

2021

15.0

(16.0)

(4.5)

3.5

(2.0)

(4.0)

2020

(4.0)

(7.5)

(1.5)

(0.5)

0.5

(13.0)

Ongoing operations 
Organic growth is the impact on net income due entirely to increased sales volumes and excludes the infl uence of acquisitions, divestitures and foreign 
exchange.  In 2022, higher sales volumes enhanced EPS by 1.0 cent.  

Gross profi t margins improved in 2022 as the signifi cant widening in the spread between selling prices and raw material costs was only partially offset by 
the narrowing stemming from the rise in manufacturing costs in relation to relatively unchanged sales volumes.  

Operating expenses vaulted ahead by a much greater rate than sales volumes, dampening EPS by 26.5 cents.  Higher net fi nance income and the level 
of net earnings attributable to non-controlling interests each had a positive effect on EPS, adding 3.0 cents and 4.0 cents, respectively.    

The effective income tax rate surpassed the prior year by 1.4 percentage points, lowering EPS by 3.5 cents.

Foreign  exchange  had  a  negative  impact  of  3.5  cents  on  EPS  versus  the  previous  year.    Signifi cantly  higher  negative  translation  differences  were 
recorded on the revaluation of Canadian dollar monetary assets and liabilities in the current year.  Additionally, losses were realized on foreign exchange 
contracts in 2022 in contrast to the gains that were recorded in 2021.  These occurrences were only partially mitigated by the Company’s Canadian dollar 
transactions being translated at a more benefi cial average exchange rate in 2022.

Revenue

Revenue Change

Volume increase (decrease)

Business acquisition

Price and mix gains (losses)

Foreign exchange (losses) gains

Total increase (decrease) in revenue

Millions of US dollars

2021

82.3

-

60.4

6.8
149.5

2022

5.8

-

176.6

(3.3)
179.1

2020

(21.4)

17.4

(16.3)

(1.1)
(21.4)

For 2022, revenue reached an all-time high of $1,181.1 million, growing by 17.9 percent from the 2021 level of $1,002.0 million.  Volumes were virtually 
unchanged, advancing by 0.6 percent. Within the fl exible packaging operating segment, volume gains amounted to 4 percent.  Growth for the modifi ed 
atmosphere packaging product group reached 11 percent, fueled by the frozen food packaging business as well as heightened demand for protein and 
cheese packaging, particularly for customers that supply retail food industries.  Conversely, specialty fi lm volumes retreated because of customer loss and 
the strategic exit from certain low-margin business.  Biaxially oriented nylon volumes fell signifi cantly as several key customers altered their order patterns 
in response to the excess inventory they had accumulated in the prior year as a means to counteract the severe supply chain challenges.  The rigid 
packaging and fl exible lidding operating segment volumes receded by 3 percent.  For the rigid container product group, lower condiment and specialty 
beverage shipments caused volumes to decline by 5 percent.  The lidding product group experienced a shortage of manufacturing labor throughout 2022, 
limiting productive capacity.  Additionally, severe aluminum foil procurement obstacles prevailed during the fi rst quarter of 2022.  Consequently, volumes 
contracted by 3 percent.  Stemming  from the nutraceutical packaging business secured during 2021, sizeable volume growth was generated by the 
specialized printed packaging group.  Packaging machinery volumes were essentially equal to the prior year.  Selling price and mix changes had a large 
favorable effect on revenue of 17.6 percent as the substantial overall rise in raw material and other costs over the past 18 months generated much higher 
selling prices to customers.  Foreign exchange had virtually no effect on revenue.

Gross profi t margins
For the current year, gross profi t margins of 28.1 percent of revenue exceeded the 2021 level of 27.4 percent.  More importantly, gross profi t surged by 
20.9 percent from $274.4 million to $331.8 million over the same time period while sales volumes expanded by only 0.6 percent.  A sizeable increase in 
EPS of 62.5 cents took place as a result.  Selling prices rose to a much larger extent than raw material costs, which included signifi cant aluminum foil 
transportation costs, raising EPS by 94.0 cents.  During 2021, on account of the inherent delay prescribed within formal customer price indexing programs, 
raw material costs escalated much greater than the related selling price adjustments.  The opposite dynamic took place in 2022.  Additionally, since the 
fi nal quarter of 2021, a series of infl ationary selling price increases have been enacted to combat the growth in operating expenses.  Compared to 2021, 
the rate of acceleration of fi xed manufacturing overheads exceeded the muted rate of sales volume growth, tempering EPS by 31.5 cents.

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Winpak’s average raw material index, which represents the weighted cost of the Company’s eight primary raw materials, rose by 9.4 percent from the 
2021 average.  The change in raw material pricing varied amongst the different raw materials.  Nylon resin advanced by 40 percent and aluminum foil 
increased by 30 percent.  In contrast, polypropylene resin recorded a decrease of 24 percent.    

Raw Material Index

Increase (decrease) in index compared to prior year

2022

9.4%

2021

43.8%

2020

(7.9%)

Expenses 
For  the  2022  fi scal  year,  operating  expenses,  adjusted  for  foreign  exchange,  advanced  at  a  rate  of  18.2  percent  in  comparison  to  the  0.6  percent 
expansion  in  sales  volumes,  subtracting  26.5  cents  from  EPS.    Heightened  freight  and  distribution  costs,  in  combination  with  higher  personnel  and 
expected credit loss expenses, were the key variables leading to the rise in operating expenses.  Furthermore, pre-production costs, which related mainly 
to the commercialization of the new biaxially oriented polyamide (BOPA) line, were signifi cant.

Foreign Exchange

Year-end exchange rate of CDN dollar to US dollar
Year-end exchange rate of US dollar to CDN dollar

(Depreciation) appreciation of CDN dollar vs. US dollar year-end
exchange rate compared to the prior year
Average exchange rate of CDN dollar to US dollar
Average exchange rate of US dollar to CDN dollar

(Depreciation) appreciation of CDN dollar vs. US dollar average
exchange rate compared to the prior year

2022

0.736
1.359

(5.8%)
0.771
1.297

(3.1%)

2021

0.781
1.281

0.4%
0.796
1.256

7.1%

2020

0.778
1.285

1.7%
0.743
1.345

(1.2%)

Winpak utilizes the US currency as both its reporting and functional currency.  However, with approximately 65 percent of its production capacity located 
in Canada, it is exposed to foreign exchange risks and records foreign currency differences on transactions and translations denominated in Canadian 
dollars as well as other foreign currencies.  With a production facility located in Mexico, the Company is also exposed to foreign exchange risks on costs 
denominated in Mexican pesos but these are less signifi cant.

On a net basis, foreign exchange had a negative impact on EPS of 3.5 cents in 2022 compared to the prior year.  Approximately 11 percent of revenues 
and 18 percent of costs in the current year were denominated in Canadian dollars.  The net outfl ow of Canadian dollars exposes Winpak to transaction 
differences arising from exchange rate fl uctuations.  The depreciation in the average exchange rate of the Canadian dollar in relation to the US dollar in 
2022 of 3.1 percent increased EPS by 2.0 cents compared to 2021.  As part of the Company’s hedging program to manage this risk, the foreign exchange 
contracts that matured during 2022 were at a less advantageous average exchange rate, generating foreign exchange losses.  In the prior year, foreign 
exchange gains were incurred on these fi nancial instruments and the relative change decreased EPS by 3.0 cents.  Additionally, translation differences, 
which arise when Canadian dollar monetary assets and liabilities are translated at exchange rates that change over time, subtracted 2.5 cents from EPS 
in the current year in comparison to 2021.  

Summary of quarterly results

Thousands of US dollars, except earnings per share (EPS) amounts (cents)

Quarter ended

Revenue

March 27
June 26

September 25
December 25

275,982
310,254

302,532
292,365

1,181,133

2022
Net income*

33,870
33,671

29,567
31,235

128,343

2021

EPS

Quarter ended

Revenue

Net income*

EPS

March 28

June 27
September 26

December 26

52
52

45
48

197

224,806

243,969
254,166

279,053
1,001,994

24,495

28,520
20,762

30,031
103,808

38

44
32

46
160

*attributable to equity holders of the Company

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS 

Various factors affect timing of the Company’s earnings during the course of a year.  Typically, seasonal factors contribute to stronger revenue and net 
income in the second and fourth quarters compared to the fi rst and third quarters.  Factors infl uencing seasonal trends are the higher demand for certain 
food products in advance of the summer season and the greater number of holidays in the fourth quarter.  During the third quarter, revenue and net 
income are typically lower due to reduced order levels and plant maintenance shutdowns scheduled to coincide with the summer.  Sudden and substantial 
changes in the rate of exchange between the Canadian and US dollars from one quarter to another may cause revenue and net income to vary from the 
historic trend.  Similarly, sudden and signifi cant changes in the cost of raw materials consumed from one quarter to another can be expected to increase 
or decrease net income in a manner that does not conform to the normal pattern.  Furthermore, unexpected adverse weather conditions could infl uence 
the supply and price of raw materials or customer order levels, and the timing of commercializing new manufacturing equipment can cause revenue and 
net income to depart from established trends.

The following items infl uenced the timing of the Company’s reported results  beyond historic trends.  During the second half of 2021 and throughout 
2022, selling prices increased signifi cantly as a result of the pass-through of higher raw materials to customers on formal contractual price indexing 
arrangements.  Furthermore, a sequence of non-contractual, infl ationary selling price adjustments were implemented over the same time horizon.  Sales 
volumes in the fi rst quarter of 2022 were tempered as the surge in COVID-19 infections limited the availability of labor, which lowered the Company’s 
productive capacity.  Additionally, supply chain disruptions were prevalent in the fi rst quarter of 2022, most notably for aluminum foil, restraining sales 
volumes.  During the third and fourth quarters of 2022, sales volumes were negatively impacted by the loss of business as well as customers unwinding 
the exceptional inventory levels that were established over the preceding 18 months to address the unstable supply chain environment.      

Cash Flow, Liquidity and Capital Resources

At December 25, 2022, Winpak’s cash and cash equivalents balance totalled $398.7 million, an increase of $21.2 million from the prior year-end.  This 
refl ected cash provided by operating activities of $77.6 million less disbursements for investing activities of $49.5 million and fi nancing activities of $6.9 
million.

Operating activities
Cash from operating activities was $77.6 million.  Cash generated from operating activities before changes in working capital reached $221.2 million, 
an increase of $35.2 million from 2021.  Additions to working capital amounted to $116.4 million.  Inventory balances climbed by $101.1 million mainly 
as a result of the substantial increase in aluminum foil inventories and to a lesser extent, due to the offering of customer inventory programs to help 
mitigate the unprecedented supply chain challenges.  Trade and other receivables expanded by $26.2 million following the growth in revenue in the fi nal 
quarter of the year relative to the fourth quarter of 2021.  Largely due to higher inventory balances, trade payables and other liabilities advanced by $10.6 
million.  Income tax payments were $26.8 million, $7.7 million greater than the previous year as the higher taxable income raised the required income 
tax installments.  

Investing activities
Investing activities in the current  year totalled $49.5 million, of which property, plant and equipment additions  represented $49.1 million.   The major 
expenditures included the acquisition of land and building adjacent to the Winnipeg, Manitoba modifi ed atmosphere packaging facility to accommodate 
future  expansion endeavors  and to reduce the reliance on outside  warehousing.   Furthermore,  new  conversion capacity was  added to  the modifi ed 
atmosphere packaging plant and the next phase of the injection molded container initiative at the Sauk Village, Illinois rigid container site commenced.  
Over the long term, Winpak’s expenditures for maintaining the existing equipment’s capabilities have averaged approximately 2 percent of revenue. 

Financing activities
Financing activities in 2022 included dividends to common shareholders of $6.0 million.  A regular quarterly dividend of $0.03 Canadian was paid.  The 
Company’s objectives in managing capital are to have suffi cient liquidity to pursue organic growth along with strategic acquisitions so that an appropriate 
return on investment is provided to shareholders.    

Resources
Investments  to  drive  organic  and  acquisitive  growth  can  be  signifi cant,  requiring  substantial  fi nancial  resources.   A  range  of  funding  alternatives  is 
available including cash and cash equivalents, cash fl ow provided by operations, additional debt facilities, issuance of equity or a combination thereof.  An 
informal investment grade credit rating allows the Company access to relatively low interest rates on debt.  The Company currently has unused operating 
lines of $38 million, which are believed adequate for liquidity purposes.  Based on discussions with various fi nancial institutions, Winpak believes that 
additional credit can be arranged from banks and other major lenders as required.  The Company is confi dent that all 2023 requirements for capital 
expenditures, payment of lease  liabilities, working capital and dividend payments can be fi nanced from cash resources,  cash provided by operating 
activities and unused credit facilities. 

Risks and Financial Instruments

The Company recognizes that net income is exposed to changes in market interest rates, foreign exchange rates, prices of raw materials and risks 
regarding the fi nancial condition of customers and fi nancial counterparties.  These market conditions are regularly monitored and actions are taken, when 
appropriate, according to Winpak’s policies established for the purpose.  Despite the methods employed to manage these risks, future fl uctuations in 
interest rates, foreign exchange rates, raw material costs and counterparty fi nancial condition can be expected to impact net income.

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With respect to foreign exchange risk, Winpak employs hedging programs to minimize risks associated with changes in the value of the Canadian dollar 
relative to the US dollar.  To the extent possible, the Company maximizes natural currency hedging by matching infl ows from revenue in a currency with 
outfl ows of costs and expenses denominated in the same currency.  For the remaining exposure, the Company’s foreign exchange policy requires that 
between 50 and 80 percent of the Company’s net requirement of Canadian dollars for the ensuing 9 to 15 months will be hedged at all times with forward 
or zero-cost option contracts.  The Company may also enter into foreign currency forward contracts when equipment purchases will be settled in other 
foreign currencies.  Purchases of foreign exchange products for the purpose of speculation are not permitted.  Transactions are only conducted with 
certain approved Schedule 1 Canadian fi nancial institutions.

Signifi cant fl uctuations in foreign exchange rates represent a material exposure for the Company’s fi nancial results.  Hedging programs employed may 
mitigate a portion of exposures to short-term fl uctuations in foreign currency exchange rates.  However, the Company’s fi nancial results over the long term 
will inevitably be affected by sizeable changes in the value of the Canadian dollar relative to the US dollar.  Winpak estimates that each time the exchange 
rate strengthens or weakens by one Canadian cent against the US dollar, net income with respect to transaction differences will decrease or increase by 
approximately 0.8 of a US cent per share, respectively.  

During  2022,  certain  foreign  currency  forward  contracts  matured  and  the  Company  realized  pre-tax  foreign  exchange  losses  of  $1.1  million.   As  at 
December 25, 2022, the Company had US to CDN dollar foreign currency forward contracts outstanding with notional amounts of $45.0 million.  The pre-
tax unrealized foreign exchange loss on these contracts of $1.3 million was recorded in other comprehensive income.      

Winpak has not participated in any derivatives market for raw materials.  Winpak is not aware of any instrument that fully mitigates fl uctuations in raw 
material costs over the long term.  To manage this risk, Winpak has entered into formal selling price-indexing agreements with certain customers whereby 
changes in raw material prices are refl ected in selling price adjustments, albeit with a one to six-month time lag.  For 2022, 74 percent of Winpak’s revenue 
was governed by selling price-indexing agreements.  For all other customers, the Company responds to changes in raw material costs by adjusting selling 
prices on a customer-by-customer basis.  However, market conditions can have an impact on these price adjustments such that the combined impact of 
selling price adjustments and changes in raw material costs can be signifi cant to Winpak’s net income.

Credit risk arises from cash and cash equivalents held with banks, derivative fi nancial instruments (foreign currency forward and option contracts), as 
well as credit exposure to customers, including outstanding accounts receivable.  The Company assesses the credit quality of counterparties, taking 
into account their fi nancial position, past experience and other factors.  Management regularly monitors customer credit limits, performs credit reviews 
and, in certain cases, insures accounts receivable balances against credit losses.   The Company also sells certain extended term trade receivables 
without recourse to fi nancial institutions in exchange for cash.  The Company invests its excess cash on a short-term basis, to a maximum of six months, 
with fi nancial institutions and/or governmental bodies that must be rated ‘AA’ or higher for CDN fi nancial institutions and ‘A-1’ or higher for US fi nancial 
institutions by recognized international credit rating agencies or insured 100 percent by the US government or a ‘AAA’ rated Canadian federal or provincial 
government.  Nonetheless, unexpected deterioration in the fi nancial condition of a counterparty can have a negative impact on the Company’s net income 
in the case of default.  

The  Company  enters  into  contractual  obligations  in  the  normal  course  of  business  operations.    These  obligations,  as  at  December  25,  2022,  are 
summarized below.

Contractual Obligations

Leases*

Purchase obligations

Total contractual obligations

Payment due, by period (thousands of US dollars)

Total

1 year

2 - 3 years

4 - 5 Years

After 5 years

7,061

31,061

38,122

1,354

31,061

32,415

2,401

-

2,401

1,265

-

1,265

2,041

-

2,041

*leases refl ect non-cancellable contract periods and do not include amounts relating to extension options that are exercisable by the Company

Accounting Policy Changes

The following accounting amendments came into effect commencing in the Company’s 2022 fi scal year:

In May 2020, the IASB issued “Property, Plant and Equipment:  Proceeds Before Intended Use  (Amendments to  IAS 16)”, which prohibits deducting 
amounts received from selling items produced while preparing the asset for its intended use from the cost of property, plant and equipment.  Instead, such 
sales proceeds and related costs will be recognized within the statement of income.  The amendments were implemented with retrospective application, 
effective December 27, 2021.  The amendments had no impact on the Company’s consolidated fi nancial statements.

In May 2020, the IASB issued “Onerous Contracts - Cost of Fulfi lling a Contract (Amendments to  IAS 37)”, which specifi es which costs a company 
includes when assessing whether a contract will be loss-making.  The amendments were implemented, effective December 27, 2021.  The amendments 
had no impact on the Company’s consolidated fi nancial statements.

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS 

Future Accounting Changes

The IASB issued the following amended standards that have not been applied in preparing the consolidated fi nancial statements and notes thereto, for the 
year ended December 25, 2022 as their effective dates fall within annual periods beginning subsequent to the current reporting period: “Deferred Taxes 
Related to Assets and Liabilities Arising from a Single Transaction (Amendments to IAS 12)” and “Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback (Amendments 
to IFRS 16)”.

In  May 2021, the IASB issued  “Deferred Taxes Related to Assets and Liabilities Arising from  a  Single Transaction  (Amendments  to IAS  12)”, which 
introduces an exception to the initial recognition exemption for deferred tax on transactions such as leases and decommissioning obligations.  Applying 
this exception,  a company does not apply the  initial  recognition exemption for transactions that give rise  to equal taxable and deductible  temporary 
differences.  The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023 and are to be applied retrospectively.  The 
Company does not expect the amendments to have a signifi cant impact on the consolidated fi nancial statements when they are adopted in 2023.

In September 2022, the IASB issued “Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback (Amendments to IFRS 16)”, that requires a seller-lessee to subsequently 
measure lease liabilities arising from a leaseback in a way that it does not recognize any amount of the gain or loss that relates to the right of use it retains.  
The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2024 and are to be applied retrospectively.  The Company 
does not expect the amendments to have a signifi cant impact on the consolidated fi nancial statements when they are adopted in 2024.

Looking Forward

Winpak is currently well positioned to build upon the record-setting revenue and profi tability levels achieved in 2022 in both the upcoming year and over 
the long-term.  

Central banks raised interest rates aggressively during 2022 and by the fourth quarter, the rate of infl ation declined from the peak experienced earlier in 
the year.  Throughout 2023, it is forecast that the rate of infl ation will decline considerably.  This expectation, in addition to the continued easing of global 
supply chain disruptions, the resilience of consumer consumption in the United States and the favorable shift in COVID-19 policies in China, has improved 
the economic outlook for the upcoming year in relation to projections made in the fi nal two quarters of 2022.     

As new production capacity becomes available in 2023, business gains will be sought by the modifi ed atmosphere packaging, biaxially oriented nylon 
and rigid container product groups.  Additionally, both the rigid container and fl exible lidding product groups will benefi t from gains in retort pet food and 
snack food activity.  New nutraceutical and pharmaceutical business has been awarded to the specialized printed packaging product group.  Overall, the 
challenges faced in 2022 regarding supply chain and availability of labor will persist again in 2023 but are expected to moderate.  On the other hand, 
indications are that customers will continue to signifi cantly reduce the abnormally high level of inventories that was built up in the preceding year, reducing 
demand for the Company’s products.  This headwind is projected to have a more profound infl uence on the fi rst half of 2023.  Taking the above factors 
into account, Winpak expects sales volume growth in 2023 to moderately outpace the 0.6 percent increase achieved in 2022. 

After experiencing tremendous volatility in 2021, and to a lesser extent in 2022, current market views are for raw material costs to be relatively stable 
throughout the upcoming year in relation to the prices in effect at the start of 2023.  Falling energy prices and weaker economic conditions are putting 
downward pressure  on raw material costs.  In response, suppliers have curtailed supply in order to maintain the current pricing levels to the extent 
possible.  During the fi rst half of 2023, Winpak should benefi t from the notable drop in raw material costs that took place in the fourth quarter of 2022 as the 
pass-through of these declines to customers with selling price indexing agreements are estimated to be delayed by an average of four months.  Although 
infl ationary forces have begun to abate, the rate of infl ation is still well above historical norms.  In addition, the limited availability of labor resources will put 
further pressure on the Company’s cost structure.  Rising costs will likely dampen profi tability as the ability to implement additional selling price increases 
will be limited given the large cumulative adjustments already put into effect over the past two years. 

Capital spending for the upcoming year is anticipated to be signifi cantly higher than the 2022 level and is forecast to be in the range of $80 to $90 million.  
Extensive pre-production activities relating to the installation of the new BOPA line in Winnipeg, Manitoba were undertaken during 2022 and it is currently 
projected that the line will be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2023.  In the second half of 2023, new co-extrusion modifi ed atmosphere packaging 
and injection molded rigid container capacity will become available and contribute favorably to the Company’s growth aspirations, including the strategy 
to enter adjacent product markets.  At two of its main production facilities, Winpak is also poised to undertake sizeable building expansions and acquire 
additional extrusion capacity.  As a complement to this robust, internal capital spending plan, acquisition candidates will be considered and evaluated 
when they align strategically with the Company’s strengths in sophisticated packaging for food, beverage  and healthcare  applications and provide a 
satisfactory economic return for shareholders.  

Critical Accounting Estimates and Judgments

The Company believes the following accounting estimates and judgments are critical to determining and understanding the operating results and the 
fi nancial position of the Company.

Aggregation of operating segments – Judgment is applied in aggregating operating segments into a reportable segment.  Aggregation occurs when the 
operating segments have similar economic characteristics and have similar products, production processes, types of customers and distribution methods.

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Business combinations – The determination of fair value associated with identifi able property, plant and equipment and intangible assets following  a 
business combination requires management to make assumptions.  More specifi cally, this is the case when the Company calculates fair values using 
appropriate valuation techniques, which are generally based on a forecast of expected future cash fl ows for intangible assets, and on a replacement cost 
approach, an income-based approach and/or a market-based approach for property, plant and equipment.  These valuations are closely related to the 
assumptions made by management about the future return on the related assets and the discount rate applied.  Signifi cant changes to these assumptions 
could  signifi cantly  change  the  fair  values  associated  with  intangible  assets  following  a  business  combination,  which  would  impact  the  amortization 
expense.

Employee benefi t plans – Accounting for employee benefi t plans requires the use of actuarial assumptions.  The assumptions include the discount rate, 
rate of compensation increase, mortality rate and healthcare costs.  These assumptions depend on underlying factors such as economic conditions, 
government regulations and employee demographics.  These assumptions could change in the future and may result in material adjustments to employee 
benefi t plan assets or liabilities.

Impairment of property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill – An integral component of impairment testing is determining the asset’s 
recoverable amount.  The determination of the recoverable amount involves signifi cant management judgment, including projections of future cash fl ows 
and the appropriate discount rate.  The cash fl ows are derived from the fi nancial forecast for the next fi ve years and do not include restructuring activities 
that the Company is not yet committed to or signifi cant future investments that will enhance the asset’s performance of the cash-generating unit (CGU) 
being tested.  Qualitative factors, including market presence and trends, strength of customer relationships, strength of local management, strength of 
debt and capital markets, and degree of variability in cash fl ows, as well as other factors, are considered when making assumptions with regard to future 
cash fl ows and the appropriate discount rate.  The recoverable amount is most sensitive to the discount rate used for the discounted cash fl ow model 
as well as the average projected sales volume growth, the average projected gross profi t percentage and the terminal growth rate used for extrapolation 
purposes.  A change in any of the signifi cant assumptions or estimates could result in a material change in the recoverable amount.  The company has 
nine CGUs, of which the carrying values for three include goodwill and must be tested for impairment annually.  

Timing of revenue recognition – Signifi cant judgment is required to determine whether revenue should be recognized over time or at a point in time.  To 
assess whether any revenue should be recognized over time, the Company analyzes customer-specifi c products without alternative use to determine 
whether a legally enforceable right to payment exists as performance is completed, including a reasonable return.

Leases  –  Management  assesses  at  lease  commencement  date  whether  it  is  reasonably  certain  to  exercise  lease  extension  options.    In  addition, 
assumptions are made as to the discount rate applied to the lease liability.  If there is a signifi cant event or signifi cant change in circumstances within the 
Company’s control, these judgments and assumptions could change and may result in material adjustments to right-of-use assets and lease liabilities.

Disclosure Controls and Internal Controls 

Disclosure controls
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures in order to provide reasonable assurance that material 
information relating to the Company is made known to them in a timely manner and that information required to be disclosed is reported within time periods 
prescribed by applicable securities legislation.  There are inherent limitations to the effectiveness of any system of disclosure controls and procedures, 
including the possibility of human error and the circumvention or overriding of the controls and procedures.  Accordingly, even effective disclosure controls 
and procedures can only provide reasonable assurance of achieving their control objectives.  Based on management’s evaluation of the design and 
effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures, the Company’s Chief Executive Offi cer and Chief Financial Offi cer have concluded 
that these controls and procedures are designed and operating effectively as of December 25, 2022 to provide reasonable assurance that the information 
being disclosed is recorded, summarized and reported as required.

Internal controls over fi nancial reporting
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal controls over fi nancial reporting to provide reasonable assurance regarding 
the reliability of fi nancial reporting and the preparation of fi nancial statements for external purposes in accordance with IFRS.  Internal control systems, 
no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations and therefore can only provide reasonable assurance as to the effectiveness of internal controls 
over fi nancial reporting, including the possibility of human error and the circumvention or overriding of the controls and procedures.  Management used 
the Internal Control – Integrated Framework published by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO 2013) as 
the control framework  in  designing its  internal  controls  over fi nancial  reporting.    Based  on  management’s  design  and  testing  of  the  effectiveness of 
the Company’s internal controls over fi nancial reporting, the Company’s Chief Executive Offi cer and Chief Financial Offi cer have concluded that these 
controls and procedures are designed and operating effectively as of December 25, 2022 to provide reasonable assurance that the fi nancial information 
being reported is materially accurate.  During the year ended December 25, 2022, there have been no changes in the design of the Company’s internal 
controls over fi nancial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, its internal controls over fi nancial reporting.  

Other

Additional information relating to the Company is available on the Company’s website at www.winpak.com or SEDAR at www.sedar.com, including the 
Annual Information Form dated February 28, 2023.

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REPORTING 

Management’s Report to the Shareholders

The accompanying consolidated fi nancial statements, Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and other information in the Annual Report are 
the responsibility of management.  The consolidated fi nancial statements have been prepared by management and include the selection of appropriate 
accounting principles, judgments and estimates necessary to prepare these statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards.  
The MD&A and fi nancial information contained in this Annual Report are consistent with the consolidated fi nancial statements.

To provide reasonable assurance that assets are safeguarded and that relevant and reliable fi nancial information is being reported, management has 
developed and maintains a system of internal controls.  An integral part of the system is the requirement that employees maintain the highest standard 
of ethics in their activities.  Business reviews and internal audits are performed by corporate management and an internal audit team to evaluate internal 
controls, systems and procedures.

The Board of Directors, acting through the Audit Committee, is responsible for determining that management fulfi lls its responsibilities in the preparation 
of the consolidated fi nancial statements and MD&A, and in the fi nancial control of operations.  The Board of Directors recommends the appointment of 
the independent auditor to the shareholders.  The Audit Committee meets regularly with fi nancial management and the independent auditor to discuss 
internal controls, auditing matters and fi nancial reporting issues and presents its fi ndings to the Board of Directors.  The Audit Committee reviews the 
consolidated fi nancial statements, MD&A and material fi nancial announcements with management and the external auditor prior to submission to the 
Board of Directors for approval.

The consolidated fi nancial statements have been audited on behalf of the shareholders by the independent external auditor, KPMG LLP, whose report 
follows.

O.Y. Muggli 
President and Chief Executive Offi cer 
February 28, 2023 

S.M. Taylor
Vice President and Chief Financial Offi cer 
February 28, 2023

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REPORTING 

Auditor’s Report to the Shareholders

Independent Auditor’s Report

To the Shareholders of Winpak Ltd.

Opinion
We have audited the consolidated fi nancial statements of Winpak Ltd. (the Entity), which comprise the consolidated balance sheets as at December 
25, 2022 and December 26, 2021, the consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash fl ows for the years then 
ended, and notes to the fi nancial statements, including a summary of signifi cant accounting policies (hereinafter referred to as the “fi nancial statements”).

In  our  opinion,  the  accompanying  fi nancial  statements  present  fairly,  in  all  material  respects,  the  consolidated  fi nancial  position  of  the  Entity  as  at 
December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021, and its consolidated fi nancial performance and its consolidated cash fl ows for the years then ended in 
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Basis for Opinion
We conducted  our  audit  in  accordance with  Canadian generally accepted auditing  standards. Our  responsibilities under those standards  are further 
described in the “Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements” section of our auditor’s report.

We are independent of the Entity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the fi nancial statements in Canada and we 
have fulfi lled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is suffi cient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Key Audit Matters

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most signifi cance in our audit of the fi nancial statements for the year ended 
December 25, 2022. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the fi nancial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, 
and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.

We have determined the matter described below to be the key audit matter to be communicated in our auditor’s report.

Evaluation of the intangible assets and goodwill impairment analysis for the specialized printed packaging cash generating unit

Description of the matter

We draw attention to Notes 3(p), 4(d) and 18 to the fi nancial statements. The intangible assets and goodwill balance is $33,110,000, of which $19,494,000 
relates to the specialized printed packaging cash generating unit (CGU). The Entity reviews the carrying amount of intangible assets at each reporting 
date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. The Entity performs goodwill impairment testing annually or at any time if an indicator of 
impairment exists. In determining the recoverable amount of its CGUs, the Entity uses the value in use, which is determined using a discounted cash fl ow 
model, or the fair value less costs to sell, if greater. The determination of each of these amounts is subject to estimation uncertainty. The Entity’s signifi cant 
assumptions include projected sales volume and gross profi t, terminal growth rate, and discount rate.

Why the matter is a key audit matter

We identifi ed the evaluation of the intangible assets and goodwill impairment analysis for the specialized printed packaging cash generating unit as a key 
audit matter. This matter represented an area of signifi cant risk of material misstatement given the magnitude of intangible assets and goodwill and the 
high degree of estimation uncertainty in assessing the Entity’s signifi cant assumptions. Signifi cant auditor judgment and the involvement of professionals 
with specialized skill and knowledge was required to evaluate the evidence supporting the Entity’s signifi cant assumptions due to the sensitivity of the 
recoverable amounts to minor changes in signifi cant assumptions.

How the matter was addressed in the audit

The primary procedures we performed to address this key audit matter included the following:  

We took into account changes, conditions and events affecting the Entity and assessed the adjustments or lack of adjustments made by the Entity at 
arriving at the projected sales volume and gross profi t.

We compared the Entity’s historical sales volume forecasts to actual results to assess the Entity’s ability to accurately project future sales volume.

We evaluated the terminal growth rate by comparing to overall market and industry conditions and overall macro-economic conditions.

We involved valuation professionals with specialized skills and knowledge, who assisted in evaluating the discount rate assumption used in the estimated 
recoverable amount. The valuation professionals compared the discount rate against a range that was independently developed using publicly available 
external data for comparable entities. 

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REPORTING 

Other Information
Management is responsible for the other information.  Other information comprises:

• 

• 

the information included in Management’s Discussion and Analysis fi led with the relevant Canadian Securities Commissions.

the information, other than the fi nancial statements and the auditor’s report thereon, included in the Annual Report.

Our opinion on the fi nancial statements does not cover the other information and we do not and will not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the fi nancial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information identifi ed above and, in doing so, consider 
whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the fi nancial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be 
materially misstated.

We obtained the information included in Management’s Discussion and Analysis fi led with the relevant Canadian Securities Commissions, and information, 
other than the fi nancial statements and the auditor’s report thereon, included in the Annual Report as at the date of this auditor’s report. If, based on the 
work we have performed on this other information, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report 
that fact in the auditor’s report.

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the fi nancial statements in accordance with IFRS, and for such internal control as 
management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of fi nancial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud 
or error.

In preparing the fi nancial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing as applicable, 
matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Entity or to cease 
operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Entity’s fi nancial reporting process.

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the fi nancial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due 
to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion.

Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally accepted 
auditing standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.

Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to infl uence 
the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the fi nancial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional 
skepticism throughout the audit.

We also:

• 

• 

• 

• 

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the fi nancial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit 
procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is suffi cient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, 
forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.

Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, 
but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Entity’s internal control.

Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by 
management.

Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, 
whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast signifi cant doubt on the Entity’s ability to continue as a going 
concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures 
in the fi nancial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence 
obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Entity to cease to continue as a going 
concern.

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• 

• 

• 

• 

Evaluate  the  overall  presentation,  structure  and  content  of  the  fi nancial  statements,  including  the  disclosures,  and  whether  the  fi nancial 
statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

Communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and signifi cant 
audit fi ndings, including any signifi cant defi ciencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

Provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, 
and communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where 
applicable, related safeguards.

Obtain suffi cient appropriate audit evidence regarding the fi nancial information of the entities or business activities within the group Entity to 
express an opinion on the fi nancial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We 
remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

Determine, from the matters communicated with those charged with governance, those matters that were of most signifi cance in the audit of 
the fi nancial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless 
law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should 
not be communicated in our auditor’s report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the 
public interest benefi ts of such communication.

Chartered Professional Accountants

The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this auditor’s report is Scott Sissons.

Winnipeg, Canada

February 28, 2023

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME 

Years ended December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021

(thousands of US dollars, except per share amounts)

Revenue

Cost of sales

Gross profi t

Sales, marketing and distribution expenses

General and administrative expenses

Research and technical expenses

Pre-production expenses

Other (expenses) income

Income from operations

Finance income

Finance expense

Income before income taxes

Income tax expense

Net income for the year

Attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company

Non-controlling interests

Basic and diluted earnings per share - cents

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Years ended December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021

(thousands of US dollars)

Net income for the year

Items that will not be reclassifi ed to the statements of income:
Cash fl ow hedge losses recognized

Employee benefi t plan remeasurements

Income tax effect

Items that are or may be reclassifi ed subsequently to the statements of income:
Cash fl ow hedge losses recognized

Cash fl ow hedge losses (gains) transferred to the statements of income

Income tax effect

Other comprehensive income for the year - net of income tax

Comprehensive income for the year

Attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company

Non-controlling interests

See accompanying notes to consolidated fi nancial statements.

17

Note

8

11

12

12

13

26

19

13

11

13

2022

1,181,133

(849,369)

331,764

(95,378)

(38,783)

(18,249)

(3,401)

(3,669)

172,284

6,414

(4,612)

174,086

(45,861)

128,225

128,343

(118)

128,225

197

2022

128,225

-

1,578

(372)

1,206

(1,703)

1,090

165

(448)

758

2021

1,001,994

(727,546)

274,448

(83,848)

(31,556)

(17,831)

(43)

1,268

142,438

913

(1,738)

141,613

(35,265)

106,348

103,808

2,540

106,348

160

2021

106,348

(867)

12,727

(3,419)

8,441

(102)

(1,751)

495

(1,358)

7,083

128,983

113,431

129,101

(118)

128,983

110,891

2,540

113,431

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS 

(thousands of US dollars)

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade and other receivables

Income taxes receivable

Inventories

Prepaid expenses

Non-current assets:

Property, plant and equipment

Intangible assets and goodwill

Employee benefi t plan assets

Total assets

Equity and Liabilities

Current liabilities:

Trade payables and other liabilities

Contract liabilities

Income taxes payable

Derivative fi nancial instruments

Non-current liabilities:

Employee benefi t plan liabilities

Deferred income

Provisions and other long-term liabilities

Deferred tax liabilities

Total liabilities

Equity:

Share capital

Reserves

Retained earnings

Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company

Non-controlling interests

Total equity

Total equity and liabilities

See accompanying notes to consolidated fi nancial statements.

On behalf of the Board of Directors:

December 25

December 26

Note

2022

2021

14

15

16

17

18

19

21

8

19

22

20

25

25

398,673

204,040

3,573

288,118

5,602

900,006

518,590

33,110

10,783

562,483

1,462,489

102,382

2,621

18,393

1,328

124,724

8,334

17,946

12,062

60,648

98,990

223,714

29,195

(972)

1,174,551

1,202,774

36,001

1,238,775

1,462,489

377,461

177,382

9,825

187,058

6,702

758,428

515,247

34,472

13,547

563,266

1,321,694

91,717

3,503

1,102

715

97,037

9,837

17,685

13,029

68,367

108,918

205,955

29,195

(524)

1,050,949

1,079,620

36,119

1,115,739

1,321,694

Director 

Director

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY   

(thousands of US dollars)

Note

Capital Reserves

Earnings

Total

Interests

Attributable to Equity Holders of the Company

Share

Retained

Non-

Controlling

Total

Equity

Balance at December 28, 2020

29,195

834 1,103,435 1,133,464

33,579 1,167,043

Comprehensive (loss) income for the year

Cash fl ow hedge losses, net of tax

Cash fl ow hedge gains transferred to the statements

of income, net of tax

Employee benefi t plan remeasurements, net of tax

Other comprehensive (loss) income

Net income for the year

Comprehensive (loss) income for the year

Dividends

25

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

(75)

(867)

(942)

(1,283)

-

-

(1,358)

9,308

8,441

(1,283)

9,308

7,083

-

-

-

-

(942)

(1,283)

9,308

7,083

-

103,808

103,808

(1,358)

112,249

110,891

2,540

2,540

106,348

113,431

-

(164,735)

(164,735)

-

(164,735)

Balance at December 26, 2021

29,195

(524) 1,050,949 1,079,620

36,119 1,115,739

Balance at December 27, 2021

29,195

(524) 1,050,949 1,079,620

36,119 1,115,739

Comprehensive (loss) income for the year

Cash fl ow hedge losses, net of tax

Cash fl ow hedge losses transferred to the statements

of income, net of tax

Employee benefi t plan remeasurements, net of tax

Other comprehensive (loss) income

Net income (loss) for the year

Comprehensive (loss) income for the year

Dividends

25

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

(1,247)

799

-

(448)

-

-

-

1,206

1,206

(1,247)

799

1,206

758

128,343

128,343

(448)

129,549

129,101

-

-

-

-

(1,247)

799

1,206

758

(118)

(118)

128,225

128,983

-

(5,947)

(5,947)

-

(5,947)

Balance at December 25, 2022

29,195

(972) 1,174,551 1,202,774

36,001 1,238,775

See accompanying notes to consolidated fi nancial statements.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS   

Years ended December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021

(thousands of US dollars)

Cash provided by (used in):

Operating activities:

Net income for the year

Items not involving cash:

Depreciation

Amortization - deferred income

Amortization - intangible assets

Employee defi ned benefi t plan expenses

Net fi nance (income) expense

Income tax expense

Other

Cash fl ow from operating activities before the following

Change in working capital:

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Prepaid expenses

Trade payables and other liabilities

Contract liabilities

Employee defi ned benefi t plan contributions

Income tax paid

Interest received

Interest paid

Net cash from operating activities

Investing activities:

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment - net

Acquisition of intangible assets

Financing activities:

Payment of lease liabilities

Dividends paid

Change in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year

Cash and cash equivalents, end of year

See accompanying notes to consolidated fi nancial statements.

20

Note

2022

2021

128,225

106,348

17

18

19

12

13

8

19

18

25

14

47,688

(1,687)

1,698

4,233

(1,802)

45,861

(3,046)

221,170

(26,180)

(101,060)

1,100

10,589

(882)

(1,912)

(26,794)

5,848

(4,310)

77,569

(49,125)

(336)

(49,461)

(862)

(6,034)

(6,896)

21,212

377,461

398,673

45,604

(1,881)

1,660

4,533

825

35,265

(6,352)

186,002

(41,976)

(51,429)

(3,574)

27,056

1,728

(1,074)

(19,069)

791

(1,400)

97,055

(48,291)

(245)

(48,536)

(807)

(165,597)

(166,404)

(117,885)

495,346

377,461

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

(thousands of US dollars, unless otherwise indicated)

1.  General

Winpak Ltd. (the “Company” or “Winpak”) is incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act.  The Company manufactures and distributes 
high-quality packaging materials and related packaging machines.  The Company’s products are used primarily for the packaging of perishable foods, 
beverages and in healthcare applications.  The address of the Company’s registered offi ce is 100 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3J 
3T3.  The ultimate controlling party of Winpak Ltd. is Wihuri International Oy of Helsinki, Finland, a privately held company.

2.  Basis of presentation

Statement of compliance
The Company prepares its consolidated fi nancial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).  The fi scal year of 
the Company ends on the last Sunday of the calendar year.  As a result, the Company’s fi scal year is usually 52 weeks in duration, but includes a 53rd 
week every fi ve to six years.  The 2022 and 2021 fi scal years are both comprised of 52 weeks.

The Company’s functional and reporting currency is the US dollar.  The US dollar is the reporting currency as more than 85 percent of the Company’s 
business is conducted in US dollars and therefore management believes this increases transparency by signifi cantly reducing volatility of reported results 
due to fl uctuations in the rate of exchange between the Canadian and US currencies.  

The  consolidated  fi nancial  statements  have  been  prepared  under  the  historical-cost  convention,  except  that  certain  fi nancial  instruments,  employee 
benefi t plans and share-based payments are stated at their fair value.

The consolidated fi nancial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on February 28, 2023.

3.  Signifi cant accounting policies

(a)  Principles of consolidation
The  consolidated  fi nancial  statements  include the  accounts  of  the  Company,  its  wholly-owned  subsidiaries:  Winpak  Portion  Packaging  Ltd.;  Winpak 
Heat Seal Packaging Inc.; Winpak Holdings Ltd.; Winpak Inc.; Winpak Films Inc.; Winpak Portion Packaging, Inc.; Winpak Lane, Inc.; Winpak Heat Seal 
Corporation; Winpak Control Group Inc.; Grupo Winpak de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.; Embalajes Winpak de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.; and Administracion Winpak 
de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.; and its majority-owned subsidiary American Biaxis Inc.  Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Company.  The Company 
controls an entity when it is exposed to, or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns 
through its power over the entity.  Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control is obtained until the date that control ceases.  The 
fi nancial statements of all subsidiaries are prepared as of the same reporting date using consistent accounting policies.  All inter-company balances and 
transactions, including any unrealized income arising from inter-company transactions have been eliminated.

(b)  Business combinations
Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting.  The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary is 
the fair values of the assets transferred, the liabilities assumed from the former owners of the acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Company.  
The consideration transferred includes the fair value of any asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration arrangement.  Acquisition costs 
incurred are expensed  and included in general and administrative expenses.  Any contingent consideration  to be transferred  by the acquirer will be 
recognized at fair value at the acquisition date.  Subsequent changes to the fair value of the contingent consideration which is deemed to be an asset or 
liability will be recognized in accordance with IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments” in the statement of income.

Identifi able  assets  acquired  and  liabilities  and  contingent  liabilities  assumed  in  a  business  combination  are  measured  initially  at  their  fair  values  at 
the  acquisition  date,  irrespective  of  the  extent  of  any  non-controlling  interest.    Goodwill  is  initially  measured  as  the  excess  of  the  aggregate  of  the 
consideration transferred over the net identifi able assets acquired and liabilities assumed.  If this consideration is less than the fair value of the net assets 
of the subsidiary acquired, the difference is recognized directly in the statement of income.

(c)  Non-controlling interests
Winpak Ltd. owns 51 percent of the equity interest in American Biaxis Inc., a subsidiary located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.  Non-controlling interests 
represent the remaining 49 percent equity interest owned by third parties.  The share of net assets attributable to non-controlling interests is presented as 
a component of equity.  Their share of net income and other comprehensive income is recognized directly in equity.  

(d)  Foreign currency translation
The fi nancial statements for the Company and its subsidiaries are prepared using their functional currency, that being the US dollar.  The functional 
currency is the currency of the primary economic environment in which the Company and its subsidiaries operate.  Foreign currency transactions are 
translated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions.  Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in 
foreign currencies at the reporting date are translated to the functional currency at the exchange rate at that date.  Foreign currency differences arising 
on translation are recognized directly to the statement of income.  Non-monetary assets and liabilities arising from transactions in foreign currencies are 
translated to the functional currency at the exchange rate prevailing at the date of the transaction.

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(e)  Revenue
The  Company  determines  revenue  recognition  through  the  following  steps:  a)  identifi cation  of  the  contract  with  a  customer,  b)  identifi cation  of  the 
performance obligations in the contract, c) determination of the transaction price, d) allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations 
in the contract and e) recognition of revenue when the Company satisfi es a performance obligation.  Revenue is recognized when control of a product 
is transferred to a customer.  Revenue is measured based on the consideration specifi ed in the contract with a customer, net of variable consideration, 
including rebates, returns and discounts.  Rebates are accrued using sales data and rebate percentages specifi c to each customer contract.  Accruals 
for sales returns are calculated based on the best estimate of the amount of product that will ultimately be returned by customers, refl ecting historical 
experience and  the  magnitude of non-conforming inventory claims  made by  customers that have either been  approved  or are pending  review.   For 
customer contracts where the Company expects to be paid within one year, the consideration is not adjusted for the effects of a fi nancing component.  
Packaging machinery contract liabilities are recorded when cash payments are received or due in advance of the Company’s performance.

(f)  Research and technical expenses
Research and technical expenses are expensed in the period in which the costs are incurred.

(g)  Government grants/tax credits
Grants/tax credits from government are recognized at their fair value when there is a reasonable assurance that the grant/tax credit will be received and/
or earned and any specifi ed conditions will be met.

Grants/tax credits received in relation to the purchase and construction of plant and equipment are included in non-current liabilities as deferred income 
and are credited to the statement of income on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful life of the related asset.  Grants/tax credits received in 
relation to research and development activities and labor subsidy programs are recorded to reduce these costs when it is determined there is reasonable 
assurance the grants/tax credits will be realized.

(h)  Leases
At inception of a contract, the Company assesses whether a contract is, or contains, a lease.  A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys 
the right to control the use of an identifi ed asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.  

The Company recognizes a right-of-use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date.  The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost, 
which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct 
costs incurred and an estimate of costs to dismantle and remove the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site on which it is located, 
less any lease incentives received.  The right-of-use asset is subsequently depreciated using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the 
earlier of the end of the useful life of the right-of-use asset or the end of the lease term.  The estimated useful lives of right-of-use assets are determined 
on the same basis as those of plant and equipment.  In addition, the right-of-use asset is periodically reduced by impairment losses, if any, and adjusted 
for certain remeasurements of the lease liability.  

The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement date, discounted using the 
interest rate implicit in the lease or, if that rate cannot be readily determined, the Company’s incremental borrowing rate.  Generally, the Company uses 
its incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate.  Lease payments included in the measurement of the lease liability comprise the following: a) fi xed 
payments, including in-substance fi xed payments, b) variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, initially measured using the index or rate 
as at the commencement date, c) amounts expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee and d) the exercise price under a purchase option 
that the Company is reasonably certain to exercise, lease payments in an optional renewal period if the Company is reasonably certain to exercise an 
extension option, and penalties for early termination of a lease unless the Company is reasonably certain not to terminate early.  

The lease liability is measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.  It is remeasured when there is a change in future lease payments 
arising from a change in an index or rate, if there is a change in the Company’s estimate of the amount expected to be payable under a residual value 
guarantee, or if the Company changes its assessment of whether it will exercise a purchase, extension or termination option.  When the lease liability is 
remeasured in this way, a corresponding adjustment is made to the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset, or is recorded in the statement of income 
if the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset has been reduced to zero.

Rental income received from packaging machine operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the corresponding lease.

Inventories

(i) 
Inventories  are  stated  at  the  lower  of  cost  and  net  realizable  value.    The  cost  of  inventories  is  based  on  the  fi rst-in  fi rst-out  principle  and  includes 
expenditures incurred in acquiring the inventories and bringing them to their existing location and condition.  In the case of manufactured inventories, 
cost includes an appropriate share of variable and fi xed overheads based on normal operating capacity.  Any excess, unallocated, fi xed overhead costs 
are expensed as incurred.  Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated costs of completion 
and selling expenses.  

(j)  Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, cash invested in interest-bearing money market accounts and short-term deposits with maturities of 
less than three months.  Cash equivalents are all highly liquid investments.  Bank overdrafts are shown within current liabilities.  Bank overdrafts that are 
repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Company’s cash management are included as a component of cash and cash equivalents for the 
purpose of the statement of cash fl ows.

22

 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

(k)  Trade and other receivables
The Company applies the simplifi ed approach to providing for expected credit losses, which requires the use of the lifetime expected credit loss provision 
for all trade and other receivables.  Expected credit losses are measured as the difference in the present value of the contractual cash fl ows that are 
due under the contract and the cash fl ows that the Company expects to receive.  The expected cash fl ows refl ect all available information, including the 
Company’s historical experience, the past due status, the existence of third-party insurance and forward-looking macroeconomic factors.  

The Company has ongoing agreements in place with fi nancial institutions whereby certain extended term trade receivables are sold without recourse 
in exchange for cash.  When the trade receivable is sold, the Company removes them from the balance sheet, recognizes the amount received as the 
consideration for the transfer and records the corresponding costs within fi nance expense and general and administrative expenses.  The Company 
assumes the risk on trade receivables not sold, and accordingly, the amounts are included within trade and other receivables.

(l)  Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.  All costs directly attributable to 
bringing the asset to the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner intended by management are included in the 
carrying value of the asset.  When the Company has a legal or constructive obligation to restore a site on which an asset is located either through make-
good provisions in lease agreements or decommissioning of environmental risks, the present value of the estimated costs of dismantling and removing 
the asset and restoring the site are included in the carrying value of the asset with a corresponding increase to provisions.  Borrowing costs directly 
attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying property, plant and equipment that takes an extended period of time to be placed 
into service are added to the cost of the assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use.  See note 3(p) on impairment.

When parts of an item of plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components).  The cost of 
replacing a component of an item of plant and equipment is recognized in the carrying amount of the item if it is probable that the future economic benefi ts 
of the item will occur and its cost can be measured reliably.  The costs of day-to-day maintenance of plant and equipment are recognized directly in the 
statement of income.

Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, commencing the date the assets are ready for use 
as follows:

Buildings    20 - 40 years 

Equipment    4 - 20 years

Packaging machines    3 - 7 years

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reassessed annually or more frequently when there is an indication that they have changed.

The gain or loss on the retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment is the difference between the net sale proceeds and the carrying amount of 
the asset and is recognized in the statement of income.

(m)  Pre-production expenses
Pre-production costs relating to installations of major new production equipment are expensed in the period in which incurred.

Intangible assets

(n) 
Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses.  See note 3(p) on impairment.  Computer software 
that is integral to a related item of hardware is included with plant and equipment.  All other computer software is treated as an intangible asset.  The 
cost of intangible assets acquired in an acquisition is the fair value at the acquisition date.  The cost of separately acquired intangible assets, including 
computer software, comprises the purchase price and any directly attributable costs of preparing the asset for use.  Amortization is computed using the 
straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, as follows:

Computer software    3 - 12 years 

Patents    8 - 17 years

Customer-related    5 - 15 years

(o)  Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the consideration transferred over the Company’s interest in the fair value of the net identifi able assets, including 
intangible assets, and liabilities of the acquiree at the date of acquisition.  At the date of acquisition, goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units (CGUs) 
for the purpose of impairment testing.  A CGU is the smallest group of assets that generates cash infl ows that are largely independent of the cash infl ows 
from other assets or groups of assets.  Goodwill is tested at least annually for impairment at the CGU level and is carried at cost less accumulated 
impairment losses (see note 3(p)).   

Impairment

(p) 
The carrying amount of the Company’s property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (other than goodwill) are reviewed at each reporting date to 
determine whether there is any indication of impairment.  Goodwill is tested for impairment annually or at any time if an indicator of impairment exists.  If 
any such indication exists, the applicable asset’s recoverable amount is estimated.  

23

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The recoverable amount of the Company’s assets are calculated as the value-in-use, being the present value of future cash fl ows, using a pre-tax discount 
rate that refl ects the current assessment of the time value of money, or the fair value less costs to sell, if greater.  For an asset that does not generate 
largely independent cash fl ows, the recoverable amount is determined for the CGU to which it belongs.  The Company bases its impairment calculation on 
detailed fi nancial forecasts, which are prepared separately for each of the Company’s CGUs to which the individual assets are allocated.  These fi nancial 
forecasts are generally covering a period of fi ve years.  For longer periods, a long-term growth rate is calculated and applied to project future cash fl ows 
after the fi fth year.

An impairment loss is recognized whenever the carrying amount of an asset or its respective CGU exceeds its recoverable amount.  Impairment losses 
are recognized in the statement of income.  Impairment losses recognized in respect of CGUs are allocated fi rst to reduce the carrying amount of any 
goodwill allocated to the CGU and then, to reduce the carrying amount of other assets in the CGU on a pro rata basis.  Impairment losses in respect of 
goodwill are not reversed.  In respect of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets, an impairment loss is reversed if there has been an indication 
that an impairment loss recognized in prior periods may no longer exist or may have decreased.  An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that 
the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment 
loss had been previously recognized.

Income taxes

(q) 
Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax.  Income tax expense is recognized in the statement of income except to the extent that it relates 
to items  recorded directly to other comprehensive income or equity, in which case it is recognized  directly in other comprehensive income or equity, 
respectively.

Current income tax comprises the expected income tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the period, using income tax rates enacted 
or substantively enacted in the jurisdictions the Company is required to pay income tax at the reporting date, and any adjustments to income taxes payable 
or receivable in respect of previous periods.  Current income tax is adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary 
differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the fi nancial statements, and by the availability of unused income 
tax losses.

Deferred tax is recognized using the balance sheet method in which temporary differences are calculated based on the carrying amounts of assets and 
liabilities for fi nancial reporting purposes and the tax bases of assets and liabilities for income taxation purposes.  Deferred tax is not recognized for the 
following temporary timing differences: the initial recognition for both goodwill and assets and liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination 
and that affects neither accounting nor taxable income; and differences relating to investments in subsidiaries to the extent that it is probable that they will 
not reverse in the foreseeable future.  Deferred tax is measured at the income tax rates that are expected to be applied when the temporary difference 
reverses, that is, when the asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on the income tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at 
the reporting date.

Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable income will be available against which the assets can be 
utilized.  Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related income tax 
benefi t will be realized.

Current tax assets and liabilities are offset when the Company and its subsidiaries have a legally enforceable right to offset the amounts and intend to 
either settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.  Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a 
legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities relate to income 
taxes levied by the same taxation authority on either the same taxable entity or different taxable entities where there is an intention to settle the balance 
on a net basis.

The Company regularly evaluates positions taken in income tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable income tax regulation is subject to 
interpretation.  Management establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to income tax authorities, refl ecting 
any uncertainty over tax treatments. 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

(r)  Employee benefi t plans
The Company maintains four funded non-contributory defi ned benefi t pension plans in Canada and the US and one funded non-contributory supplementary 
income postretirement plan for certain CDN-based executives.  A market discount rate is used to measure the benefi t obligations based on the yield of 
high quality corporate bonds denominated in the same currency in which the benefi ts are expected to be paid and with terms to maturity that, on average, 
match the terms of the benefi t obligations.  The cost of providing the benefi ts is actuarially determined using the projected unit credit method.  Actuarial 
valuations are conducted, at a minimum, on a triennial basis with interim valuations performed as deemed necessary.  Consideration is given to any 
event that could impact the benefi t plan assets or obligation up to the balance sheet date where interim valuations are performed.  For fi nancial reporting 
purposes, the Company measures the benefi t obligations and fair value of assets for the defi ned benefi t plans as of the year-end date.  The amount 
recognized in the balance sheet at each year-end reporting date represents the present value of the benefi t obligation, reduced by the fair value of benefi t 
plan assets.  Any recognized asset or surplus is limited to the present value of economic benefi ts available in the form of any future refunds from the plan 
or reductions in future contributions.  To the extent that there is uncertainty regarding entitlement to the surplus, no asset is recorded.  Current service 
costs are charged to the statement of income and included in the same line items as the related compensation cost.  The net fi nance cost is computed 
based on the application of the discount rate to the net defi ned benefi t pension plan asset or liability at the start of the annual period, taking into account 
any anticipated changes during the upcoming year as a result of contributions and benefi t payments and also refl ects the impact of any pension plan 
asset ceiling adjustments.  The net fi nance cost is shown within either fi nance income or fi nance expense within the statement of income depending on 
whether the defi ned benefi t pension plan was in an asset or liability position at the start of the year.  Remeasurements, which comprise actuarial gains 
and losses, the return on benefi t plan assets and the effect of the pension plan asset ceiling adjustment, are recognized directly in equity within other 
comprehensive income.  When the benefi ts of a plan are changed or when a plan is curtailed, the resulting change in benefi t that relates to past service 
or the gain or loss on curtailment is recognized immediately in the statement of income.  The Company recognizes gains and losses on the settlement of 
a defi ned benefi t plan when the settlement occurs in the statement of income.  The Company’s funding policy is in compliance with statutory regulations 
and amounts funded are deductible for income tax purposes.

One of the Company’s subsidiaries maintains one unfunded contributory defi ned benefi t postretirement plan for healthcare benefi ts for a limited group 
of US individuals.  A market discount rate is used to measure the benefi t obligation based on the yield of high quality corporate bonds denominated in 
the same currency in which the benefi ts are expected to be paid and with terms to maturity that, on average, match the terms of the benefi t obligation.  
The cost of providing the benefi ts is actuarially determined using the projected unit credit method.  The amount recognized in the balance sheet at each 
year-end reporting date represents the present value of the benefi t obligation.  Current service costs are charged to the statement of income as they 
accrue and are included in general and administrative expenses.  Interest costs on the benefi t obligation are charged to the statement of income as 
fi nance expense.  Remeasurements are recognized directly in equity within other comprehensive income.  When the benefi ts of the plan are changed or 
when the plan is curtailed, the resulting change in benefi t that relates to past service or the gain or loss on curtailment is recognized immediately in the 
statement of income. 

The Company maintains seven defi ned contribution pension plans in Canada and the US.  The pension expense charged to the statement of income for 
these plans is the annual funding contribution by the Company.

Termination benefi ts are recognized as an expense in the statement of income at the earlier of when the Company can no longer withdraw the offer of 
those benefi ts and when the Company recognizes costs for a restructuring.

Short-term benefi t obligations are measured on an undiscounted basis and are expensed as the related service is provided.  A liability is recognized for the 
amount expected to be paid under short-term cash bonus or profi t-sharing plans if the Company has a legal or constructive obligation to pay this amount 
as a result of past service provided by the employee.

(s)  Provisions
A provision is recognized when there is a legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event and it is probable that a future outlay of cash will be 
required to settle the obligation and the amount can be reliably estimated.  Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash fl ows at a 
pre-income tax rate that refl ects the current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specifi c to the obligation.  When some or all of 
the monies required to settle a provision are expected to be recovered from a third party, the recovery is recognized as an asset when it is virtually certain 
that the recovery will be received.

When the Company has a legal or constructive obligation to restore a site on which an asset is located either through make-good provisions in lease 
agreements or decommissioning of environmental risks, the present value of the estimated costs of dismantling and removing the asset and restoring the 
site is recognized as a provision with a corresponding increase to the related item of property, plant and equipment.  At each reporting date, the obligation 
is remeasured in line with changes in discount rates, estimated cash fl ows and the timing of those cash fl ows.  Any changes in the obligation are added 
or deducted from the related asset.  The change in the present value of the obligation due to the passage of time is recognized as a fi nance expense or 
fi nance income in the statement of income.

At each reporting date, other provisions are remeasured in line with changes in discount rates, estimated cash fl ows and the timing of those cash fl ows.  
Any changes in the provision are recognized in the statement of income.  The change in the present value of the provision due to the passage of time is 
recognized as a fi nance expense or fi nance income in the statement of income.

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(t)  Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets are initially measured at fair value.  On initial recognition, the Company classifi es its fi nancial assets at either amortized cost, fair value 
through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) or fair value through profi t or loss (FVTPL), depending on its business model for managing the fi nancial 
assets and the contractual cash fl ow characteristics of the fi nancial assets.  Financial assets are not reclassifi ed subsequent to their initial recognition, 
unless the Company changes its business model for managing fi nancial assets.  Financial liabilities are classifi ed at amortized cost.

A fi nancial asset is classifi ed as measured at amortized cost if it meets both of the following conditions: a) the asset is held within a business model whose 
objective is to hold assets to collect contractual cash fl ows and b) the contractual terms of the fi nancial asset give rise on specifi ed dates to cash fl ows 
that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. 

A fi nancial asset is classifi ed as measured at FVOCI if it meets both of the following conditions: a) it is held within a business model whose objective is 
achieved by both collecting contractual cash fl ows and selling fi nancial assets and b) its contractual terms give rise on specifi ed dates to cash fl ows that 
are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

All fi nancial instruments, including derivatives, are included in the consolidated balance sheet and are measured at fair value except cash and cash 
equivalents, trade and other receivables and trade payables and other liabilities, which are measured at amortized cost.  All changes in fair value are 
recorded to the consolidated statement of income unless cash fl ow hedge accounting is used, in which case changes in fair value are recorded in other 
comprehensive income to the extent the derivatives are deemed to be effective hedges.

(u)  Hedge accounting
The Company operates principally in Canada and the United States, which gives rise to risks that its income and cash fl ows may be adversely impacted 
by  fl uctuations  in foreign  exchange  rates.  The  Company  enters  into foreign currency  forward  contracts  to  manage  foreign  exchange  exposures  on 
anticipated labor, operating costs, property, plant and equipment expenditures and dividend payments to be incurred in Canadian dollars and equipment       
expenditures to be incurred in other foreign currencies.  The Company has elected to designate these instruments in their entirety as hedging instruments 
for hedge accounting purposes, including both the spot and forward elements of the contract in the valuation of the instrument.  

With respect to hedges of foreign currency exposure, the Company determines the existence of an economic relationship between the hedging instrument 
and hedged item based on the currency, amount and timing of their respective cash fl ows.  An assessment is made whether the derivative designated in 
each hedging relationship is expected to be and has been effective in offsetting changes in cash fl ows of the hedged item using the hypothetical derivative 
method.  

The fair value of each contract is included on the consolidated balance sheet within derivative fi nancial instrument assets or liabilities, depending on 
whether the fair value was in an asset or liability position.  In the case of labor and operating costs, changes in the fair value of these contracts are initially 
recorded in other comprehensive income and subsequently recorded in the consolidated statement of income when the hedged item affects income or 
loss.  In the case of property, plant and equipment expenditures, changes in the fair value of these contracts are initially recorded in other comprehensive 
income and upon settlement of the contract, the gain or loss is included in the cost of the corresponding asset.  For dividend payments, changes in the 
fair value of these contracts are recorded directly in equity.

If the hedge no longer meets the  criteria for hedge accounting or  the hedging instrument  is sold, expires, is terminated or is exercised, then hedge 
accounting is discontinued prospectively.  When hedge accounting for cash fl ow hedges is discontinued, the amount that has been accumulated in the 
hedging reserve remains in equity until, for a hedge of a transaction resulting in recognition of a non-fi nancial item, it is included in the non-fi nancial item’s 
cost on its initial recognition or, for other cash fl ow hedges, it is reclassifi ed to the consolidated statement of income in the same period or periods as the 
hedged expected future cash fl ows affects income or loss.

If the hedged future cash fl ows are no longer expected to occur, then the amounts that have been accumulated in the hedging reserve are immediately 
reclassifi ed to the consolidated statement of income.

(v)  Share-based payments
The Company maintains a share-based compensation plan, which provides restricted share units under the Executive Enhanced Long-Term Deferred 
Income Benefi ts Plan.  The long-term component of the incentive entitlement for a given year is converted to units based on the current market value of 
the Company’s common shares and after a period of three years, the cash value of the units is paid to the Executive based on the market value of the 
Company’s common shares in effect at that point in time.  Units under the plan vest immediately.  The fair value of the units granted is recognized as a 
personnel expense, with a corresponding increase in liabilities, over the period that the units pertain.  The liability is remeasured at each reporting date.  
Any changes in the fair value of the liability are recognized as a personnel expense in the statement of income.

(w)  Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net income attributable to equity holders of the Company for the period by the weighted average 
number of common shares outstanding during the period.  Diluted earnings per share are calculated on the same basis as there are no potentially dilutive 
common shares.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

4.  Critical accounting estimates and judgments

The application of the Company’s accounting policies requires management to use estimates and judgments that can have a signifi cant effect on the 
revenues, expenses, comprehensive income, assets and liabilities recognized and disclosures made in the consolidated fi nancial statements.  Actual 
results may differ from these estimates.  Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Revisions to estimates are recognized 
prospectively.  

The following areas require management’s most critical estimates and judgments:

(a)  Aggregation of operating segments
Management applies judgment in aggregating operating segments into a reportable segment.  Aggregation occurs when the operating segments have 
similar economic characteristics and have similar products, production processes, types of customers and distribution methods.

(b)  Business combinations
The  determination  of  fair  value  associated  with  identifi able  property,  plant  and  equipment  and  intangible  assets  following  a  business  combination 
requires management to make assumptions.  More specifi cally, this is the case when the Company calculates fair values using appropriate valuation 
techniques, which are generally based on a forecast of expected future cash fl ows for intangible assets, and on a replacement cost approach, an income-
based approach and/or a market-based approach for property, plant and equipment.  These valuations are closely related to the assumptions made by 
management about the future return on the related assets and the discount rate applied.  Signifi cant changes to these assumptions could signifi cantly 
change the fair values associated with intangible assets following a business combination, which would impact the amortization expense.

(c)  Employee benefi t plans
Accounting for employee benefi t plans requires the use of actuarial assumptions.  The assumptions include  the discount rate, rate of compensation 
increase, mortality rate and healthcare costs.  These assumptions depend on underlying factors such as economic conditions, government regulations 
and employee demographics.  These assumptions could change in the future and may result in material adjustments to employee benefi t plan assets or 
liabilities.

Impairment of property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill

(d) 
An integral component of impairment  testing is  determining the asset’s recoverable amount.  The  determination of the  recoverable amount involves 
signifi cant management judgment, including projections of future cash fl ows and the appropriate discount rate.  The cash fl ows are derived from the 
fi nancial forecast for the next fi ve years and do not include restructuring activities that the Company is not yet committed to or signifi cant future investments 
that will enhance the asset’s performance of the CGU being tested.  Qualitative factors, including market presence and trends, strength of customer 
relationships, strength of local management, strength of debt and capital markets and degree of variability in cash fl ows, as well as other factors, are 
considered when making assumptions with regard to projected revenue and gross profi t and the appropriate discount rate.  The recoverable amount is 
most sensitive to the discount rate used for the discounted cash fl ow model as well as the average projected sales volume growth, the average projected 
gross profi t percentage and the terminal growth rate used for extrapolation purposes.  A change in any of the signifi cant assumptions or estimates could 
result in a material change in the recoverable amount.  The Company has nine CGUs, of which the carrying values for three include goodwill and must 
be tested for impairment annually.  

(e)  Timing of revenue recognition
Signifi cant judgment is required to determine whether revenue should be recognized over time or at a point in time.  To assess whether any revenue 
should be recognized over time, the Company analyzes customer-specifi c products without alternative use to determine whether a legally enforceable 
right to payment exists as performance is completed, including a reasonable return.

(f)  Leases
Management assesses at lease commencement date whether it is reasonably certain to exercise lease extension options.  In addition, assumptions are 
made as to the discount rate applied to the lease liability.  If there is a signifi cant event or change in circumstances within the Company’s control, these 
judgments and assumptions could change and may result in material adjustments to right-of-use assets and lease liabilities.

5.  Accounting standards implemented in 2022 

The following accounting standards came into effect commencing in the Company’s 2022 fi scal year:

(a)  Property, plant and equipment: proceeds before intended use
In May 2020, the IASB issued “Property, Plant and Equipment:  Proceeds Before Intended Use  (Amendments to  IAS 16)”, which prohibits deducting 
amounts received from selling items produced while preparing the asset for its intended use from the cost of property, plant and equipment.  Instead, such 
sales proceeds and related costs will be recognized within the statement of income.  The amendments were implemented with retrospective application, 
effective December 27, 2021.  The amendments had no impact on the Company’s consolidated fi nancial statements.

(b)  Onerous contracts - cost of fulfi lling a contract
In May 2020, the IASB issued “Onerous Contracts - Cost of Fulfi lling a Contract (Amendments to  IAS 37)”, which specifi es which costs a company 
includes when assessing whether a contract will be loss-making.  The amendments were implemented, effective December 27, 2021.  The amendments 
had no impact on the Company’s consolidated fi nancial statements.

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6.  Future accounting standards

(a)  Deferred taxes related to assets and liabilities arising from a single transaction
In  May 2021, the IASB issued  “Deferred Taxes Related to Assets and Liabilities Arising from  a  Single Transaction  (Amendments  to IAS  12)”, which 
introduces an exception to the initial recognition exemption for deferred tax on transactions such as leases and decommissioning obligations.  Applying 
this exception,  a company does not apply the  initial  recognition exemption for transactions that give rise  to equal taxable and deductible  temporary 
differences.  The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023 and are to be applied retrospectively.  The 
Company does not expect the amendments to have a signifi cant impact on the consolidated fi nancial statements when they are adopted in 2023.

(b)  Lease liability in a sale and leaseback
In September 2022, the IASB issued “Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback (Amendments to IFRS 16)”, that requires a seller-lessee to subsequently 
measure lease liabilities arising from a leaseback in a way that it does not recognize any amount of the gain or loss that relates to the right of use it retains.  
The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2024 and are to be applied retrospectively.  The Company 
does not expect the amendments to have a signifi cant impact on the consolidated fi nancial statements when they are adopted in 2024.

7.  Segment reporting

Operating segments and product groups
The Company provides three distinct types of packaging technologies: a) fl exible packaging, b) rigid packaging and fl exible lidding and c) packaging 
machinery.  Each is deemed to be a separate operating segment.

The  fl exible  packaging  segment  includes  the  modifi ed  atmosphere  packaging,  specialty  fi lms and  biaxially oriented  nylon product groups.    Modifi ed 
atmosphere packaging extends the shelf life of perishable foods, while at the same time maintains or improves the quality of the product.  The packaging 
is used for a wide range of markets and applications, including fresh and processed meats, poultry, cheese, medical device packaging, high performance 
pouch applications and high-barrier fi lms for converting applications.  Specialty fi lms include a full line of barrier and non-barrier fi lms which are ideal for 
converting applications such as printing, laminating and bag making, including shrink bags.  Biaxially oriented nylon fi lm is stretched by length and width 
to add stability for further conversion using printing, metalizing or laminating processes and is ideal for food packaging applications such as cheese, fl uid 
and viscous liquids, and industrial applications such as book covers and balloons.

The rigid packaging and fl exible lidding segment includes the rigid containers, lidding and specialized printed packaging product groups.  Rigid containers 
include portion control and single-serve containers, as well as plastic sheet, custom and retort trays, which are used for applications such as food, pet 
food, beverage, dairy, industrial and healthcare.  Lidding products are available in die-cut, daisy chain and rollstock formats and are used for applications 
such as food, dairy, beverage, pet food, industrial and healthcare.  Specialized printed packaging provides packaging solutions to the pharmaceutical, 
healthcare, nutraceutical, cosmetic and personal care markets.

Packaging machinery includes a full line of horizontal fi ll/seal machines for preformed containers and vertical form/fi ll/seal pouch machines for pumpable 
liquid and semi-liquid products and certain dry products.

Due to similar economic characteristics, including long-term sales volume growth and long-term average gross profi t margins, and having similar products, 
production processes, types of customers and distribution methods, the fl exible packaging and rigid packaging and fl exible lidding operating segments 
have  been  aggregated  as  one  reportable  segment.    In  addition,  the  packaging  machinery  operating  segment  has  been  aggregated  with  these  two 
segments as the segment’s revenue and assets represents less than 3 percent of total Company revenue and assets. 

The Company operates principally in Canada and the United States.  See note 8 for a breakdown of revenue by operating and geographic segment.  The 
following summary presents property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill information by geographic segment:

United States

Canada

Mexico

December 25

December 26

2022

249,075

284,019

18,606

551,700

2021

258,001

272,552

19,166

549,719

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

8.  Revenue

Signifi cant judgments in applying revenue accounting policy
Signifi cant judgment is required to determine whether revenue should be recognized over time or at a point in time.  To assess whether any revenue 
should be recognized over time, the Company analyzes customer-specifi c products without alternative use to determine whether a legally enforceable 
right to payment exists as performance is completed, including a reasonable return.  During 2022, no material arrangements satisfi ed these criteria, 
and as a result, the Company did not recognize any revenue over time.  Accordingly, all revenue was recognized at a point in time giving consideration 
to whether the customer has: a) assumed the risks and rewards of ownership, b) a present obligation to pay and c) obtained legal title and physical 
possession.  These conditions are usually fulfi lled upon shipment of products.

For customer contracts that include a volume rebate program, judgment is required to estimate the eventual amount that will be paid to the customer.  
Most volume rebate programs entitle a customer to an increasing rebate percentage based upon the attainment of purchase level thresholds.  At each 
reporting date, the Company updates its estimates regarding variable consideration. 

Disaggregation of revenue

Operating segment

Flexible packaging
Rigid packaging and fl exible lidding
Packaging machinery

Geographic segment

United States
Canada
Mexico and other

2022

2021

640,209
510,425
30,499
1,181,133

950,073
152,173
78,887
1,181,133

519,798
451,729
30,467
1,001,994

806,232
126,765
68,997
1,001,994

The Company’s products are primarily used for the packaging of perishable foods and beverages, which accounted for more than 90 percent of sales 
during 2022 and 2021.  Other markets include medical, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, industrial and other consumer goods.

Contract balances
The following table provides information about trade receivables and contract liabilities with customers:

Trade receivables, which are included in ‘Trade and other receivables’ (note 15)
Contract liabilities

Changes in contract liabilities during the period
Opening balance, December 27, 2021
Revenue recognized during the year that was included in the opening balance
Increases due to cash received, excluding amounts recognized as revenue during the year
Closing balance, December 25, 2022

December 25
2022

December 26
2021

188,981
(2,621)

166,467
(3,503)

(3,503)
3,503
(2,621)
(2,621)

Performance obligations
Most of the Company’s contracts have a single performance obligation as the promise to transfer the individual goods.  Revenue for each of the three 
operating segments is recognized at a point in time when the customer obtains control of a product, which typically takes place when legal title and 
physical possession of the product is transferred to the customer.  These conditions are usually fulfi lled upon shipment, however, in some instances, upon 
delivery.  Invoices are generated when control has transferred and are usually payable within 30 to 60 days.

No revenue was recognized in 2022 or 2021 relating to performance obligations that were satisfi ed or partially satisfi ed in previous years.  Similarly, no 
revenue will be recognized in subsequent years relating to unsatisfi ed performance obligations as at December 25, 2022.

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9.  Expenses by nature

Raw materials and consumables used

Depreciation and amortization

Personnel expenses (note 10)

Freight

Other expenses

Foreign exchange and cash fl ow hedge (losses) gains transferred from other comprehensive income (note 11)

10.  Personnel expenses

Wages and salaries

Social security

Employee defi ned benefi t plan expenses (note 19)

Employee defi ned contribution plan expenses (note 19)

Share-based payments (note 24)

2022

(638,416)

(47,699)

(224,791)

(37,642)

(56,632)

(3,669)

(1,008,849)

2022

(195,797)

(17,289)

(4,233)

(7,326)

(146)

2021

(522,652)

(45,383)

(214,073)

(30,518)

(48,198)

1,268

(859,556)

2021

(185,865)

(16,350)

(4,533)

(7,325)

-

During 2022, the Company received $0 with respect to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program (2021 - $1,177) which was netted against 
wages and salaries.

(224,791)

(214,073)

11.  Other (expenses) income

Foreign exchange losses

Cash fl ow hedge (losses) gains transferred from other comprehensive income

12.  Finance income and expense

Finance income on cash and cash equivalents

Net fi nance income on defi ned benefi t plans (note 19)

Finance income

Finance expense on bank overdrafts

Finance expense on lease liabilities

Finance expense on sale of extended term trade receivables (note 29)

Net fi nance expense on defi ned benefi t plans (note 19)

Finance expense

Net fi nance income (expense)

30

2022

(2,579)

(1,090)

(3,669)

2022

5,959

455

6,414

(21)

(467)

(3,843)

(281)

(4,612)

1,802

2021

(483)

1,751

1,268

2021

804

109

913

(18)

(499)

(919)

(302)

(1,738)

(825)

 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

13.  Income tax expense

Current tax expense

Current year

Deferred tax recovery (expense)

Origination and reversal of temporary differences

Income tax expense

Income tax expense recognized in other comprehensive income

Cash fl ow hedges

Employee benefi t plan remeasurements

Reconciliation of effective income tax rate

Combined Canadian federal and provincial income tax rate

United States income taxed at rates lower than Canadian tax rates

Permanent differences and other

Effective income tax rate

14.  Cash and cash equivalents

Bank balances

Money market and short-term deposits

15.  Trade and other receivables

Trade receivables

Less: Allowance for expected credit losses

Net trade receivables

Other receivables

16.  Inventories

Raw materials

Work-in-process

Finished goods

Spare parts

2022

2021

(53,787)

(25,775)

7,926

(45,861)

165

(372)

(207)

26.8%

(0.4)

(0.1)

26.3%

(9,490)

(35,265)

495

(3,419)

(2,924)

26.7%

(0.2)

(1.6)

24.9%

December 25

December 26

2022

35,430

363,243

398,673

2021

18,755

358,706

377,461

December 25

December 26

2022

188,981

(1,517)

187,464

16,576

204,040

2021

166,467

(1,007)

165,460

11,922

177,382

December 25

December 26

2022

128,371

46,022

97,163

16,562

288,118

2021

65,065

32,435

74,834

14,724

187,058

During 2022, the Company recorded, within cost of sales, inventory write-downs for slow-moving and obsolete inventory of $11,760 (2021 - $6,392) and 
reversals of previously written-down items of $2,279 (2021 - $2,666).

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17.  Property, plant and equipment

Land

Buildings

Equipment

Machines

In Progress

Total

Packaging

Capital

Net book value

At December 28, 2020

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

2021 Activity

Additions

Disposals

Transfers

Depreciation

At December 26, 2021

At December 26, 2021

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Net book value

At December 27, 2021

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

2022 Activity

Additions

Disposals

Transfers

Depreciation

At December 25, 2022

At December 25, 2022

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

-

-

-

24,486

211,736

682,042

-

(71,233)

(406,804)

20,348

(20,007)

66,893

1,005,505

24,486

140,503

275,238

341

66,893

-

-

-

-

3,315

-

24,778

(7,853)

24,486

160,743

31,041

(145)

18,364

(37,664)

286,834

837

(110)

-

(87)

981

18,452

-

(43,142)

-

42,203

24,486

239,690

721,321

-

(78,947)

(434,487)

14,693

(13,712)

42,203

1,042,393

24,486

160,743

286,834

981

42,203

(498,044)

507,461

53,645

(255)

-

(45,604)

515,247

(527,146)

515,247

24,486

239,690

721,321

-

(78,947)

(434,487)

14,693

(13,712)

24,486

160,743

286,834

981

42,203

42,203

1,042,393

(527,146)

515,247

586

9,637

-

-

-

-

-

(8,873)

25,072

161,507

18,459

(69)

6,346

(38,650)

272,920

659

21,759

51,100

-

-

(165)

1,475

-

(6,346)

-

57,616

(69)

-

(47,688)

518,590

25,072

249,287

732,415

-

(87,780)

(459,495)

25,072

161,507

272,920

15,352

(13,877)

1,475

57,616

1,079,742

-

57,616

(561,152)

518,590

At December 25, 2022, property, plant and equipment includes right-of-use assets of $11,505 (2021 - $12,665) related to leased facilities (see note 23).

Government grants/tax credits in respect of property, plant and equipment were recognized within deferred income totaling $1,948 in 2022 (2021 - $5,207).  
No impairment losses or impairment reversals were recorded during 2022 and 2021.  No borrowing costs were capitalized during 2022 and 2021.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

18.  Intangible assets and goodwill

Net book value

At December 28, 2020

Cost

Accumulated amortization

2021 Activity

Additions

Disposals

Amortization

At December 26, 2021

At December 26, 2021

Cost

Accumulated amortization

Net book value

At December 27, 2021

Cost

Accumulated amortization

2022 Activity

Additions

Disposals

Amortization

At December 25, 2022

At December 25, 2022

Cost

Accumulated amortization

Goodwill

Software

Patents

Customer

Related

Total

18,435

-

18,435

-

-

-

18,435

18,435

-

18,435

18,435

-

18,435

-

-

-

18,435

18,435

-

18,435

10,106

(9,069)

1,037

222

-

(383)

876

9,750

(8,874)

876

9,750

(8,874)

876

288

-

(421)

743

9,767

(9,024)

743

72

(11)

61

-

-

23

84

95

(11)

84

95

(11)

84

48

-

-

132

143

(11)

132

18,830

(2,476)

16,354

-

-

(1,277)

15,077

18,830

(3,753)

15,077

18,830

(3,753)

15,077

-

-

(1,277)

13,800

18,830

(5,030)

13,800

47,443

(11,556)

35,887

245

-

(1,660)

34,472

47,110

(12,638)

34,472

47,110

(12,638)

34,472

336

-

(1,698)

33,110

47,175

(14,065)

33,110

The 2022 intangible assets and goodwill balance includes $12,698 (2021 - $12,596) related to the lidding CGU.   The impairment testing for this CGU 
was conducted under the value-in-use approach, using a pre-tax discount rate of 13.1 percent (2021 - 10.8 percent).  Cash fl ows were projected based 
on actual operating results and the fi ve-year business plan.  Average sales volume growth projected for the next fi ve years was 5.1 percent (2021 - 6.4 
percent) and the average gross profi t percentage projected over the same time-frame was within seven percentage points (2021 - within two percentage 
points) of the actual gross profi t percentage attained in the current year.  Cash fl ows after the fi ve-year period were assumed to increase at a terminal 
growth rate of 1.5 percent (2021 - 1.5 percent).  

The 2022 intangible assets and goodwill balance includes $19,494 (2021 - $20,770) related to the specialized printed packaging CGU.  The impairment 
testing for this CGU was conducted under the value-in-use approach, using a pre-tax discount rate of 15.0 percent (2021 - 12.6 percent).  Cash fl ows 
were projected based on actual operating results and the fi ve-year business plan.  Average sales volume growth projected for the next fi ve years was 
10.2 percent (2021 - 9.7 percent) and the average gross profi t percentage projected over the same time-frame was within seven percentage points (2021 
- within fi ve percentage points) of the actual gross profi t percentage attained in the current year.  Cash fl ows after the fi ve-year period were assumed to 
increase at a terminal growth rate of 1.5 percent (2021 - 1.5 percent).

At December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021, there were no indefi nite life intangible assets other than goodwill.  The amortization of software and 
patents is included within general and administrative expenses and the amortization of customer-related intangibles is included within sales, marketing 
and distribution expenses.  At December 25, 2022 the weighted average remaining useful life of customer-related intangible assets was 11.6 years (2021 
- 12.5 years).

No impairment losses or impairment reversals were recorded during 2022 and 2021.

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19.  Employee benefi t plans

The Company maintains four funded non-contributory defi ned benefi t pension plans, one funded non-contributory supplementary income postretirement 
plan for certain CDN-based executives, one unfunded contributory defi ned benefi t postretirement plan for healthcare benefi ts for a limited group of US 
individuals and seven defi ned contribution pension plans.  Effective January 1, 2005, all defi ned benefi t pension plans were frozen to new entrants except 
one, which was frozen effective January 1, 2009.  All new CDN employees are required, and all new US employees have the option, to participate in 
defi ned contribution plans upon satisfaction of certain eligibility requirements.  

The employee benefi t plans are overseen by the Company Pension Committee (CPC) which is comprised of two members from senior management and 
one Board of Directors member.  The CPC is responsible for determining and recommending the following items to the Company’s Board of Directors for 
approval: (a) the benefi t plan asset investment policies, (b) the Company’s cash funding and (c) the employee benefi t entitlements within the respective 
benefi t plans. 

Total amounts paid by the Company on account of all benefi t plans, consisting of: defi ned benefi t pension plans, supplementary income postretirement 
plan, direct payments to benefi ciaries for the unfunded postretirement plan and the defi ned contribution plans, amounted to $9,342 (2021 - $8,340).

Defi ned contribution pension plans 
The Company maintains four defi ned contribution pension plans for employees in Canada and three retirement savings plans (401(k) Plans) for employees 
in the United States.  The Company’s total expense for these plans was $7,326 (2021 - $7,325).

Defi ned benefi t plans
For fi nancial reporting purposes, the Company measures the benefi t obligations and fair value of the benefi t plan assets as of the year-end date.  The 
most recent actuarial valuations for funding purposes for the funded non-contributory plans were completed as at the following dates: January 1, 2022 for 
one plan, December 31, 2021 for one plan, January 1, 2020 for one plan and October 31, 2020 for one inactive plan.  These actuarial valuations establish 
the minimum funding requirements.  The most recent actuarial valuations for funding purposes for the supplementary income postretirement plan and 
the postretirement plan for healthcare benefi ts were dated December 25, 2022.  The supplementary income postretirement plan has no minimum funding 
requirements.  The next required actuarial valuations for all of the Company’s active defi ned benefi t plans are three years from the aforementioned dates.  
Based on the most recent actuarial valuations, the Company expects to contribute $1,424 in cash to its defi ned benefi t plans in 2023.  The CPC also 
reviews the funding position of each plan on an annual basis and makes recommendations to the Company’s Board of Directors regarding any additional 
cash funding by the Company deemed appropriate.  

On April 26, 2022, the Company entered into contracts to purchase annuities totaling $27,696 with respect to the retired and deferred vested members 
of two Canadian defi ned benefi t pension plans.  The corresponding benefi t obligation relating to these plan members was $23,120, resulting in a $4,576 
actuarial loss on benefi t plan assets which was recorded in other comprehensive income.  The benefi t obligation remains in the two Canadian defi ned 
benefi t pension plans and Winpak retains administrative responsibility to pay benefi ts to plan members.  The fair value of benefi t plan assets in respect of 
the annuities is set equal to the covered obligations, eliminating any investment and mortality risk to Winpak and any net pension defi cit in respect of the 
benefi t payments covered by the annuity contracts.

Regarding the funded non-contributory plans and the supplementary income postretirement plan, the normal retirement age is 65.  The option to retire 
early and receive a reduced pension begins at age 55.  For most plan members, the annual pension entitlement is based on years of credited service and 
the earnings attained in each of those years.  However, for certain CDN-based executives, the annual pension entitlement is based on years of credited 
service and the highest average annual base compensation excluding incentive payments during the highest 36 consecutive months of earnings prior to 
retirement.  At December 25, 2022 and December 26, 2021, the benefi t obligation pertaining to these plan members represented less than 10 percent of 
the Company’s total benefi t obligation.

All equity and debt securities have quoted prices in active markets.  The defi ned benefi t pension plans do not invest in the shares of the Company.  The 
objective of the benefi t plan asset allocation policy is to manage the funded status of the benefi t plans at an appropriate level of risk, giving consideration 
to the security of the assets and the potential volatility of market returns.  The long-term rate of return is targeted to exceed the return indicated by a 
benchmark portfolio by at least 1 percent annually.  The CPC also pays attention to potential fl uctuations in the benefi t obligations.  In the ideal case, 
benefi t plan assets and obligations move in the same direction when interest rates change, creating a natural hedge against possible underfunding of 
the benefi t plans.

The  following  presents  the  fi nancial  position  of  the  Company’s  defi ned  benefi t  pension  plans  and  other  postretirement  benefi ts,  which  include  the 
supplementary income plan and the postretirement plan for healthcare benefi ts:

Amounts recognized in the balance sheet
Employee benefi t plan assets

Employee benefi t plan liabilities

34

December 25

December 26

2022

2021

10,783

(8,334)

2,449

13,547

(9,837)

3,710

 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

Funded status
Present value of funded obligations
Fair value of benefi t plan assets
Status of funded obligations
Present value of unfunded obligations
Total funded status of obligations
Benefi t plan assets not recognized due to pension plan asset ceiling limit

Change in benefi t obligation
Benefi t obligation, beginning of year
Current service cost
Finance expense
Remeasurement gains recognized in other comprehensive income
Benefi ts paid
Foreign exchange (loss) gain
Benefi t obligation, end of year

Change in benefi t plan assets
Fair value of benefi t plan assets, beginning of year
Expected return on benefi t plan assets
Remeasurement (losses) gains recognized in other comprehensive income
Employer contributions
Benefi ts paid
Benefi t plan administration cost paid from the plan assets recognized in income
Foreign exchange (loss) gain
Fair value of benefi t plan assets, end of year

Change in benefi t plan assets not recognized due to pension plan asset ceiling limit
Balance, beginning of year
Remeasurement losses recognized in other comprehensive income
Foreign exchange loss
Balance, end of year

Benefi t plan obligation
The following represents the geographical breakdown of the benefi t obligation:
Canada
United States

The following represents the membership status breakdown of the benefi t obligation:
Active members
Retired members
Deferred vested members
Other

Benefi t plan assets
The following represents the weighted average allocation of benefi t plan assets:
Asset category
Equity securities
Debt securities
Annuities
Cash
Total

35

December 25
2022

December 26
2021

(83,457)
88,444
4,987
(1,168)
3,819
(1,370)
2,449

114,618
3,812
3,385
(29,565)
(4,306)
(3,319)
84,625

119,342
3,559
(27,574)
1,912
(4,306)
(421)
(4,068)
88,444

1,014
413
(57)
1,370

(48,852)
(35,773)
(84,625)

(35,510)
(45,059)
(3,652)
(404)
(84,625)

38%
34%
23%
5%
100%

(113,189)
119,342
6,153
(1,429)
4,724
(1,014)
3,710

120,183
4,095
2,986
(8,538)
(4,395)
287
114,618

114,978
2,793
5,038
1,074
(4,395)
(438)
292
119,342

165
849
-
1,014

(66,692)
(47,926)
(114,618)

(58,725)
(49,916)
(5,159)
(818)
(114,618)

35%
61%
0%
4%
100%

 
 
 
 
 
 
Net benefi t plan expense

Current service cost

Plan administration cost

Net fi nance income

Net fi nance expense

Actual return on benefi t plan assets

Cumulative remeasurements recognized in other comprehensive income

Cumulative amount, beginning of year

Annual activity

Remeasurement of benefi t obligation:

Actuarial losses arising from changes in demographic assumptions

Actuarial gains arising from changes in fi nancial assumptions

Actuarial gains arising from experience adjustments

Remeasurement of benefi t plan assets - actuarial (losses) gains arising from experience adjustments

Remeasurement of benefi t plan assets not recognized due to pension plan asset ceiling limit

Cumulative amount, end of year

Signifi cant assumptions

The following weighted averages were used to value the benefi t obligation:

Discount rate

Rate of compensation increase

2022

2021

(3,812)

(421)
(4,233)
455

(281)

(4,059)

(24,015)

(4,095)

(438)
(4,533)
109

(302)

(4,726)

7,831

17,929

5,202

-

28,817

748

29,565

(27,574)

(413)

1,578

19,507

(146)

8,120

564

8,538

5,038

(849)

12,727

17,929

December 25

December 26

2022

2021

5.3%

3.6%

3.0%

3.6%

Assumptions regarding future mortality were based on the following mortality tables: Canada - CPM - RPP2014 private generational (2021 - CPM - 
RPP2014 private generational) and United States - RP2021 (2021 - RP2021).

At December 25, 2022, the weighted average duration of the benefi t obligations was 12.2 years (2021 - 15.0 years).

Sensitivity analysis

The sensitivity analysis provided in the following table is hypothetical and should be used with caution.  The sensitivities of each key assumption have 
been calculated independently of any changes in other key assumptions.  Actual experience may result in changes in a number of key assumptions 
simultaneously.  Changes in one factor may result in changes in another, which could amplify or reduce the impact of such assumptions.

At December 25, 2022, the present value of the benefi t obligation was $84,625.  Based on changes to the defi nitive actuarial assumptions, the benefi t 
obligation would have been as follows:

Discount rate - one percentage point
Future mortality - one year

Rate of compensation increase - one percentage point

Increase

Decrease

75,710
86,519

85,235

95,427
82,658

84,071

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

20.  Deferred tax assets and liabilities

The following are the components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities recognized by the Company:

Assets

Liabilities

Net

December 25

December 26

December 25

December 26

December 25

December 26

Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Prepaid expenses
Derivative fi nancial instruments
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets and goodwill
Employee benefi t plans
Trade payables and other liabilities
Provisions and other long-term liabilities
Tax assets (liabilities)
Set off of tax
Net tax assets (liabilities)

Movement in deferred tax assets and liabilities:

2022

267
5,658
-
356
-

4
2,038
3,787
2,819
14,929
(14,929)
-

2021

196
4,689
-
191
-

4
2,313
1,472
3,175
12,040
(12,040)
-

2022

2021

2022

2021

-
-
(194)
-
(70,098)
(2,386)
(2,831)
(68)

-
(75,577)
14,929
(60,648)

-
-
(157)
-
(74,360)
(2,260)
(3,557)
(73)

-
(80,407)
12,040
(68,367)

267
5,658
(194)
356
(70,098)
(2,382)
(793)
3,719
2,819
(60,648)
-
(60,648)

196
4,689
(157)
191
(74,360)
(2,256)
(1,244)
1,399
3,175
(68,367)
-
(68,367)

2021
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Prepaid expenses
Derivative fi nancial instruments
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets and goodwill
Employee benefi t plans
Trade payables and other liabilities
Provisions
Provisions and other long-term liabilities

2022
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Prepaid expenses
Derivative fi nancial instruments
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets and goodwill
Employee benefi t plans
Trade payables and other liabilities
Provisions and other long-term liabilities

Opening
Balance

Recognized
In Income

Recognized
In Equity

Ending
Balance

395
5,465
(108)
(304)
(65,557)
(2,259)
1,491
1,069
40
3,815
(55,953)

(199)
(776)
(49)

-
(8,803)
3
684
330
(40)
(640)
(9,490)

-
-
-
495
-
-
(3,419)
-
-
-
(2,924)

Opening
Balance

Recognized
In Income

Recognized
In Equity

196
4,689
(157)
191
(74,360)
(2,256)
(1,244)
1,399
3,175

(68,367)

71
969
(37)

-
4,262
(126)
823
2,320
(356)

7,926

-
-
-
165
-
-
(372)
-
-

(207)

196
4,689
(157)
191
(74,360)
(2,256)
(1,244)
1,399
-
3,175
(68,367)

Ending
Balance

267
5,658
(194)
356
(70,098)
(2,382)
(793)
3,719
2,819

(60,648)

Deferred  tax  assets  have  been  recognized  where  it  is  probable  that  they  will  be  recovered.    In  recognizing  deferred  tax  assets,  the  Company  has 
considered if it is probable that suffi cient future income will be available to absorb temporary differences.

37

 
 
 
 
 
 
No deferred tax liability has been recognized in respect of temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries where the Company controls 
the timing of the reversal and it is probable that such temporary differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.  The aggregate amount of temporary 
differences associated with investments in domestic and foreign subsidiaries for which a deferred tax liability has not been recognized is $720,997 (2021 
- $657,752).  Temporary differences relating to unremitted earnings of foreign subsidiaries which would be subject to withholding and other taxes totalled 
$576,698 (2021 - $521,651).

21.  Trade payables and other liabilities

Trade payables

Current portion of lease liabilities (note 23)

Other current liabilities and accrued expenses

22.  Provisions and other long-term liabilities

Provisions

Non-current portion of lease liabilities (note 23)

23.  Leases

Right-of-use assets

Opening balance, December 27, 2021
Additions
Depreciation
Closing balance, December 25, 2022

Lease liabilities
As lessee, the Company’s leases are for offi ce and manufacturing facilities.

The following tables provide information about the timing of future lease payments:

Less than one year
One to fi ve years
More than fi ve years
Total contractual undiscounted lease liabilities

Current
Non-current
Total discounted lease liabilities

December 25

December 26

2022

(65,285)

(1,321)

(35,776)

(102,382)

2021

(63,789)

(1,314)

(26,614)

(91,717)

December 25

December 26

2022

(850)

(11,212)

(12,062)

2021

(850)

(12,179)

(13,029)

December 25
2022

12,665
-
(1,160)
11,505

December 25
2022

(1,343)
(4,030)
(11,242)
(16,615)

December 25
2022

(1,321)
(11,212)
(12,533)

During 2022, total cash outfl ow for leases was $2,460 (2021 - $1,995), including $1,144 for short-term leases (2021 - $790).  Expenses for leases of 
low-dollar value items were not material.  

38

 
  
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

Extension options
Some leases of offi ce and manufacturing facilities contain extension options exercisable by the Company up to one year before the end of the non-
cancellable contract period.  Where practicable, the Company seeks to include extension options in new leases to provide operational fl exibility.  The 
extension options held are exercisable only by the Company and not by the lessors.  The Company assesses at lease commencement whether it is 
reasonably certain to exercise the extension options.  The Company reassesses whether it is reasonably certain to exercise the options if there is a 
signifi cant event or signifi cant change in circumstances within its control.  At December 25, 2022, potential future lease payments not included in lease 
liabilities totalled $4,396 on a discounted basis.

Lease income
Lease contracts in which the Company acts as a lessor are classifi ed as operating leases because they do not transfer substantially all of the risks and 
rewards incidental to ownership of the assets.  Lease income from these lease contracts during 2022 totalled $552 (2021 - $660).

24.  Share-based payments:

Effective January 1, 2022, the Board of Directors established the Executive Enhanced Long-Term Deferred Income Benefi ts Plan (the “Plan”), whereby 
the Company grants to members of the Executive Committee (“EC Member”) a number of restricted share units (RSUs), based on the EC Member’s 
long-term incentive entitlement.  There is no cost to the EC Member for the RSUs and the RSUs vest immediately.  The Company pays to the EC Member 
the cash value of the RSUs based on the average closing share price over the last ten trading days preceding December 15 of the third year subsequent 
to the year the RSUs were granted.  In the event of the termination of the EC Member’s employment for any reason, the cash value of the RSUs shall be 
paid immediately to the EC Member or their personal representative, as the case may be, based on the closing share price on the date of termination.  
The cash value of a RSU is the market value of the common shares of the Company on the day prior to the date of payment.  In addition, the Company 
is required to pay the EC Member an amount equal to the dividends paid on the common shares of the Company with respect to each RSU if, as and 
when, declared and paid.

Details of RSUs issued and outstanding during the current and prior year are as follows:

Outstanding, beginning of year

Settled

Granted

Outstanding, end of year

Available for settlement, end of year

2022

-

-

4,543

4,543

-

2021

-

-

-

-

-

The 4,543 RSUs outstanding at the end of 2022 were granted for service rendered in 2022.

The fair value of the RSUs at the grant date and each subsequent reporting date is based upon the market value of the Company’s common shares. 

The personnel expense recorded in the statement of income under the Plan was $146 (2021 - $0).  No settlements occurred during 2022.  At December 
25, 2022, the carrying value of the liability, as well as the intrinsic value of the vested liability in respect of the Plan, was $141 (2021 - $0).

25.  Share capital and reserves

Share capital
At December 25, 2022, the authorized voting common shares were unlimited (2021 - unlimited).  The issued and fully paid voting common shares at 
December 25, 2022 were 65,000,000 (2021 - 65,000,000).  The shares have no par value.  The Company has no stock option plans in place.

Reserves
Reserves comprise the effective portion of the cumulative net change in the fair value of cash fl ow hedging instruments related to the hedged transactions 
that have not yet occurred.

Dividends
During 2022, dividends in Canadian dollars of 12 cents per common share were declared (2021 - 12 cents).  In addition, the Company paid a special 
dividend in Canadian dollars of $3.00 per common share on July 9, 2021. 

26.  Earnings per share

Net income attributable to equity holders of the Company

Weighted average shares outstanding (000’s)

Basic and diluted earnings per share - cents

39

2022

128,343

65,000

197

2021

103,808

65,000

160

 
 
 
 
 
 
27.  Financial instruments

The following sets out the classifi cation and the carrying/fair value of fi nancial instruments:

Assets (Liabilities)

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade and other receivables

Classifi cation

Amortized cost

Amortized cost

Trade and other receivables - factoring arrangements

FVOCI

Trade payables and other liabilities

Amortized cost

Derivative fi nancial instrument liabilities

Fair value - hedging instrument

Total trade and other receivables

Carrying /

Fair Value

398,673

189,956

14,084

204,040

(102,382)

(1,328)

The fair value of cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables, including trade and other receivables subject to factoring arrangements and 
classifi ed  as  measured  at  FVOCI,  trade  payables  and  other  liabilities  approximate  their  carrying  value  because  of  the  short-term  maturity  of  these 
instruments.  The fair value of foreign currency forward contracts, designated as cash fl ow hedges, has been determined by valuing those contracts to 
market against prevailing forward foreign exchange rates as at the year-end reporting date.  The inputs used for fair value measurements, including their 
classifi cation within the required three levels of the fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs used for fair value measurement, are as follows:

Level 1 - unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 - inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability either directly or indirectly; and
Level 3 - inputs that are not based on observable market data.

The following table presents the classifi cation of fi nancial instruments within the fair value hierarchy:

Financial Assets (Liabilities)

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Total

At December 25, 2022

Foreign currency forward contracts - net

At December 26, 2021

Foreign currency forward contracts - net

-

-

(1,328)

(715)

-

-

(1,328)

(715)

When the Company has a legally enforceable right to set off supplier rebates accounts receivable against supplier trade payables and intends to settle the 
amount on a net basis or simultaneously, the balance is presented as an offset within ‘Trade payables and other liabilities’ on the consolidated balance 
sheet.  At December 25, 2022, the supplier rebate receivable balance that was offset was $7,002 (2021 - $6,972).

28.  Commitments and guarantees

(a)  Commitments
At December 25, 2022, the Company has commitments to purchase plant and equipment of $31,061 (2021 - $15,769).

(b)  Guarantees

Directors and offi cers
The Company and its subsidiaries have entered into indemnifi cation agreements with their respective directors and offi cers to indemnify them, to the 
extent permitted by law, against any and all amounts paid in settlement and damages incurred by the directors and offi cers as a result of any lawsuit, or 
any judicial, administrative or investigative proceeding involving the directors and offi cers.  Indemnifi cation claims will be subject to any statutory or other 
legal limitation period.  The Company has purchased directors’ and offi cers’ liability insurance to mitigate losses from any such claims.

Leased real property
The Company and its subsidiaries enter into leases in the ordinary course of business  for real property.  In certain instances,  the Company and its 
subsidiaries have indemnifi ed the landlord from any obligations that may arise from any occurrences of personal bodily injury, loss of life and property 
damages.  The Company’s property and liability insurance coverage mitigates losses from any such claims.

Pension plan
The Company has indemnifi ed the Manitoba Pension Commission from any and all claims that may be made by any benefi ciary under a certain defi ned 
benefi t pension plan.  The indemnity relates to the transfer of a portion of the surplus in the respective pension plan to a non-contributory supplementary 
income plan.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

Given the nature of the aforementioned indemnifi cation agreements, the Company is unable to reasonably estimate its maximum potential liability under 
these agreements.  The Company believes the likelihood of a material payment pursuant to these indemnifi cation agreements is remote.  No amounts 
have been recorded in the consolidated fi nancial statements with respect to these indemnifi cation agreements.

29.  Financial risk management

In the normal course of business, the Company has risk exposures consisting primarily of foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, commodity price risk, 
credit risk and liquidity risk.  The Company manages its risks and risk exposures through a combination of derivative fi nancial instruments, insurance, 
a system of internal and disclosure controls and sound business practices.  The Company does not purchase any derivative fi nancial instruments for 
speculative purposes.

Financial risk management  is primarily the responsibility  of the  Company’s corporate fi nance function.   Signifi cant risks are regularly monitored and 
actions are taken, when appropriate, according to the Company’s approved policies, established for that purpose.  In addition, as required, these risks are 
reviewed with the Company’s Board of Directors.

Foreign exchange risk
Translation differences arise when foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities are translated at foreign exchange rates that change over time.  These 
foreign exchange gains and losses are recorded in other (expenses) income.  As a result of the Company’s CDN dollar net asset monetary position as 
at December 25, 2022, a one-cent change in the year-end foreign exchange rate from 0.7356 to 0.7256 (CDN to US dollars) would have decreased net 
income by $42 for 2022.  Conversely, a one-cent change in the year-end foreign exchange rate from 0.7356 to 0.7456 (CDN to US dollars) would have 
increased net income by $42 for 2022.

The Company’s foreign exchange policy requires that between 50 and 80 percent of the Company’s net requirement of CDN dollars for the ensuing 9 
to 15 months will be hedged at all times with a combination of cash and cash equivalents and forward or zero-cost option foreign currency contracts.  
The Company may also enter into foreign currency forward contracts when equipment purchases and special dividend payments will be settled in other 
foreign currencies.  Transactions are only conducted with certain approved ‘AA’ rated or higher Schedule 1 CDN fi nancial institutions.  All foreign currency 
contracts are designated as cash fl ow hedges of the highly probable CDN dollar expenditures.  These derivatives meet the hedge effectiveness criteria 
as a result of the following factors:

a) An economic relationship exists between the hedged item and the hedging instrument as notional amounts match and both the hedged item and hedging 
instrument fair values move in response to the same risk - foreign exchange rates.  There are no signifi cant reasons or causes for the designated hedged 
item and hedging instrument to be mismatched since the hedging instrument matures during the same month as the expected hedged expenditures are 
incurred.  The correlation between the foreign exchange rate of the hedged item and the hedging instrument should be highly correlated and closely 
aligned as the maturity and the notional amount are the same.

b) The hedge ratio is one to one for this hedging relationship as the hedged item is foreign currency risk that is hedged with a foreign currency hedging 
instrument.

c) Credit risk is not material in the fair value of the hedging instrument.

The Company has identifi ed two sources of potential ineffectiveness: a) the timing of cash fl ow differences between the expenditure and the related 
derivative and b) the inclusion of credit risk in the fair value of the derivative not replicated in the hedged item.  The Company expects the impact of these 
sources of hedge ineffectiveness to be minimal.  The timing of hedge settlements and incurred expenditures are closely aligned as they are expected to 
occur within 30 days of each other.  Credit risk is not a material component of the fair value of the Company’s hedging instruments as all counterparties 
are ‘AA’ rated or higher Schedule 1 CDN fi nancial institutions.

Certain foreign currency forward contracts matured during the year and the Company realized pre-tax foreign exchange losses of $1,090 (2021 gains - 
$884).  Of these foreign exchange differences, losses of $1,090 (2021 gains - $1,751) were recorded in other (expenses) income and $0 was recorded 
directly to equity (2021 losses - $867). 

As at December  25, 2022, the Company had US  to CDN  dollar foreign currency forward  contracts outstanding  with  a  notional amount  of US  $45.0 
million  at  an  average  exchange  rate  of  1.3170  maturing  between  January  and  September  2023.   The  fair  value  of  these  fi nancial  instruments  was 
negative $1,328 US and the corresponding unrealized loss has been recorded in other comprehensive income.  The Company did not recognize any 
ineffectiveness on the hedging instruments during 2022 or 2021.

Interest rate risk
The Company’s interest rate risk arises from interest rate fl uctuations on the fi nance income that it earns on its cash invested in money market accounts 
and short-term deposits.  The Company developed and implemented an investment policy, which was approved by the Company’s Board of Directors, 
with the primary objective to preserve capital, minimize risk and provide liquidity.  Regarding the December 25, 2022 cash and cash equivalents balance 
of $398.7 million, a 1.0 percent increase/decrease in interest rate fl uctuations would increase/decrease income before income taxes by $3,987 annually.

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Commodity price risk
The  Company’s  manufacturing  costs  are  affected  by  the  price  of  raw  materials,  namely  petroleum-based  and  natural  gas-based  plastic  resins  and 
aluminum.  In order to manage its risk, the Company has entered into selling price-indexing programs with certain customers.  Changes in raw material 
prices for these customers are refl ected in selling price adjustments but there is a slight time lag.  For 2022, 74 percent (2021 - 69 percent) of revenue was 
generated from customers with selling price-indexing programs.  For all other customers, the Company’s preferred practice is to match raw material cost 
changes with selling price adjustments, albeit with a slight time lag.  This matching is not always possible, as customers react to selling price pressures 
related to raw material cost fl uctuations according to conditions pertaining to their markets.

Credit risk
The Company is exposed to credit risk from its cash and cash equivalents held with banks and fi nancial institutions, derivative fi nancial instruments 
(foreign currency forward contracts), as well as credit exposure to customers, including outstanding trade and other receivable balances.  

The following table details the maximum exposure to the Company’s counterparty credit risk which represents the carrying value of the fi nancial asset:

Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables

December 25
2022

December 26
2021

398,673
204,040
602,713

377,461
177,382
554,843

Credit risk on cash and cash equivalents and fi nancial instruments arises in the event of non-performance by the counterparties when the Company is 
entitled to receive payment from the counterparty who fails to perform.  The Company has established an investment policy to manage its cash.  The 
policy requires that the Company manage its risk by investing its excess cash on hand on a short-term basis, up to a maximum of six months, with 
several fi nancial institutions and/or governmental bodies that must be rated ‘AA’ or higher for CDN fi nancial institutions and ‘A-1’ or higher for US fi nancial 
institutions by recognized international credit rating agencies or insured 100 percent by the US government or a ‘AAA’ rated CDN federal or provincial 
government.  The Company manages its counterparty risk on its fi nancial instruments by only dealing with ‘AA’ rated or higher Schedule 1 CDN fi nancial 
institutions.

In the normal course of business, the Company is exposed to credit risk on its trade and other receivables from customers.  To mitigate such risk, the 
Company performs ongoing customer credit evaluations and assesses their credit quality by taking into account their fi nancial position, past experience 
and other pertinent factors.  Management regularly monitors customer credit limits, performs credit reviews and, in certain cases insures trade receivable 
balances against credit losses.  

During 2022, the Company incurred costs on the sale of trade receivables of $4,274 (2021 - $1,275).  Of these costs, $3,843 was recorded in fi nance 
expense (2021 - $919) and $431 was recorded in general and administrative expenses (2021 - $356).

As  at  December  25,  2022,  the  Company  believes  that  the  credit  risk  for  trade  and  other  receivables  is  mitigated  due  to  the  following:  (a)  a  broad 
customer base which is dispersed across varying market sectors and geographic locations, (b) 97 percent (2021 - 97 percent) of the gross trade and 
other receivables balance is within 30 days of the agreed upon payment terms with customers, c) the sale of certain extended term trade receivables 
without recourse to a third party and (d) 28 percent (2021 - 32 percent) of the trade and other receivables balance is insured against credit losses.  The 
Company’s exposure to the ten largest customer balances, on  aggregate, accounted for 39 percent (2021 - 35 percent) of the total trade and other 
receivables balance.  

The carrying amount of trade and other receivables is reduced through the use of an allowance for expected credit losses and the amount of the loss is 
recognized in the statement of income within general and administrative expenses.  When a receivable balance is considered uncollectible, it is written off 
against the allowance for expected credit losses.  Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against general and administrative 
expenses in the statement of income.  During 2022, the Company recorded impairment losses on trade and other receivables of $249 (2021 - $946 
impairment recoveries).

The following table sets out the aging details of the Company’s trade and other receivables balances outstanding based on when the receivable was due 
and payable and related allowance for expected credit losses:

Current (not past due)

1 - 30 days past due

31 - 60 days past due

More than 60 days past due

Less: Allowance for expected credit losses

Total trade and other receivables, net

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December 25

December 26

2022

176,720

22,119

3,145

3,573

205,557

(1,517)

204,040

2021

149,824

22,504

3,351

2,710

178,389

(1,007)

177,382

 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company would not be able to meet its fi nancial obligations as they come due.  Management believes that the liquidity 
risk is low due to the strong fi nancial condition of the Company.  This risk assessment is based on the following:  (a) cash and cash equivalents amounts 
of $398.7 million, (b) no outstanding bank loans, (c) unused credit facilities comprised of unsecured operating lines of $38 million, (d) the ability to obtain 
term-loan fi nancing to fund an acquisition, if needed, (e) an informal investment grade credit rating and (f) the Company’s ability to generate positive cash 
fl ows from ongoing operations.  Management believes that the Company’s cash fl ows are more than suffi cient to cover its operating costs, working capital 
requirements, capital expenditures, payment of lease liabilities and dividend payments in 2023.  The Company’s trade payables and other liabilities and 
derivative fi nancial instrument liabilities are all due within twelve months.

Capital management
The Company’s objectives in managing capital are to ensure the Company will continue as a going concern and have suffi cient liquidity to pursue its 
strategy of organic growth combined with strategic acquisitions and to deploy capital to provide an appropriate return on investment to its shareholders.  
In the management of capital, the Company includes bank overdrafts, bank loans and shareholders’ equity.  The Board of Directors has established 
quantitative return on capital criteria for management and year-over-year sustainable earnings growth targets.  The Board of Directors also reviews, on a 
regular basis, the level of dividends paid to the Company’s shareholders.

The Company has externally imposed capital requirements as governed through its bank operating line credit facilities.  The Company monitors capital 
on the basis of funded debt to EBITDA (income before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization) and debt service coverage.  Funded debt 
is defi ned as the sum of bank loans and bank overdrafts less cash and cash equivalents.  The funded debt to EBITDA is calculated as funded debt, as 
at the fi nancial reporting date, over the 12-month rolling EBITDA.  This ratio is to be maintained under 3.00:1.  As at December 25, 2022, the ratio was 
0.00:1.  Debt service coverage is calculated as a 12-month rolling income from operations over debt service.  Debt service is calculated as the sum of 
one-sixth of bank loans outstanding plus annualized fi nance expense and dividends.  This ratio is to be maintained over 1.50:1.  As at December 25, 
2022, the ratio was 39.66:1.    

There were no changes in the Company’s approach to capital management during 2022.

30.  Contingencies

In the normal course of business activities, the Company may be subject to various legal actions.  Management contests these actions and believes 
resolution of the actions will not have a material adverse impact on the Company’s fi nancial condition.

31.  Related party transactions

The Company had revenue of $0 (2021 - $122), purchases of $21,215 (2021 - $17,534) and commission income of $1,041 (2021 - $716) with its majority 
shareholder company.  Trade and other receivables and trade payables and other liabilities include amounts of $0 (2021 - $184) and $3,650 (2021 - 
$3,757) respectively with the majority shareholder company.  These transactions were completed at market values with normal payment terms.

Key management personnel are those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the Company.  
The Board of Directors and Executive Committee are key management personnel.  The following table details the compensation earned by these key 
management personnel:

Salaries, fees and short-term benefi ts

Post-employment benefi ts

Share-based payments

2022

(3,740)

(348)

(146)

(4,234)

2021

(3,226)

(422)

-

(3,648)

No loans were advanced to key management personnel during the year.

The aggregate remuneration earned by the Board of Directors in 2022 was $798 (2021 - $812).  As a group, the Board of Directors hold, directly or 
indirectly, 52.7 percent (2021 - 52.7 percent) of the outstanding shares of the Company.  The members of the Executive Committee hold, directly or 
indirectly, 0.0 percent (2021 - 0.0 percent) of the outstanding shares of the Company.

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CORPORATE INFORMATION 

Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held as an audio/video webcast meeting 
on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. (CDT)
Meeting link: https://meetnow.global/MTXUHTA

Listing
Winpak Ltd. shares are listed WPK on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Transfer Agent
Computershare Investor Services Inc.

Annual Information Form
The most recent version of the Annual Information Form for Winpak Ltd.
is available on Winpak’s website: www.winpak.com

Board of Directors
Chairman, A.I. Aarnio-Wihuri (2), Kaarina, Finland; Chairman, Wihuri International Oy
M.H. Aarnio-Wihuri (2), Kaarina, Finland; Deputy CEO, Wihuri International Oy
R.J. Aarnio-Wihuri (2), Kaarina, Finland; Chief Development Offi cer, Wihuri International Oy
B.J. Berry (2), Winnipeg, Canada
K.P. Kuchma (1), Winnipeg, Canada
D. Spiring (1), Winnipeg, Canada; President and CEO, Economic Development Winnipeg Inc.
I.T. Suominen (1), Helsinki, Finland; Vice President and Chief Financial Offi cer, Wihuri International Oy

(1)  Member of the Audit Committee
(2)  Member of the Corporate Governance, Sustainability, Compensation and Nomination Committee

Executive Committee
The  Executive  Committee,  in  consultation  with  the  Board  of  Directors,  establishes  the objectives  and  the  long-term  direction  of  the  Company.   The 
Committee  meets  regularly  throughout  the  year  to  review  progress  towards  achievement  of  the  Company’s  goals  and  to  implement  policies  and 
procedures directed at optimizing performance.

M. Bilgen, Vice President, Technology and Innovation, Winpak Ltd.
J.C. Holland, President, Winpak Division, a division of Winpak Ltd. and President, Winpak Films Inc.
O.Y. Muggli, President and Chief Executive Offi cer, Winpak Ltd.
S.M. Taylor, Vice President and Chief Financial Offi cer, Winpak Ltd.
R.W. Zasitko, Vice President, Supply Chain and Procurement, Winpak Ltd.

Auditor
KPMG LLP, Winnipeg, Canada

Legal Counsel
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP, Winnipeg, Canada 
Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC, Buffalo, U.S.A. 

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Winpak Ltd. Corporate Offi ce, 100 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R3J 3T3
T: (204) 889-1015  F: (204) 888-7806
www.winpak.com

Winpak Division,
A division of Winpak Ltd.
100 Saulteaux Crescent
Winnipeg, MB  R3J 3T3
Canada
T: (204) 889-1015
F: (204) 832-7781

American Biaxis Inc.
100 Saulteaux Crescent
Winnipeg, MB  R3J 3T3
Canada
T: (204) 837-0650
F: (204) 837-0659

Winpak Group www.winpak.com

Winpak Inc.
P.O. Box 14748
Minneapolis, MN  55414
U.S.A
T: (204) 889-1015
F: (204) 832-7781

Embalajes Winpak de México S.A. de C.V.
Avenida Jalpan de Serra #140
Ampliación Parque Industrial Querétaro
Santa Rosa Jáuregui 76220
Querétaro, Querétaro
México
T: (52) 442-256-1900

Winpak Portion Packaging Ltd.
26 Tidemore Avenue
Toronto, ON  M9W 7A7
Canada
T: (416) 741-6182
F: (416) 741-2918

Winpak Portion Packaging, Inc.
3345 Butler Avenue
South Chicago Heights, IL  60411
U.S.A.
T: (708) 755-4483
F: (708) 755-7257

Winpak Portion Packaging, Inc.
1111 Winpak Way
Sauk Village, IL  60411
U.S.A.
T: (708) 753-5700
F: (708) 757-2447

Winpak Heat Seal Packaging Inc.
21919 Dumberry Road
Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC  J7V 8P7
Canada
T: (450) 424-0191
F: (450) 424-0563

Winpak Heat Seal Corporation
1821 Riverway Drive
Pekin, IL  61554
U.S.A.
T: (309) 477-6600
F: (309) 477-6699

Winpak Films Inc.
100 Wihuri Parkway
Senoia, GA  30276
U.S.A.
T: (770) 599-6656
F: (770) 599-8387

Winpak Control Group Inc.
500 Walnut Street
Norwood, NJ  07648
U.S.A.
T: (201) 784-8721
F: (201) 784-1527

Winpak Lane, Inc.
1365 North Ayala Avenue
Rialto, CA  92376
U.S.A.
T: (909) 885-0715
F: (909) 381-1934

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Wihuri Group, Head Offi ce, Wihurinaukio 2, FI-00570 Helsinki, Finland
T: +358 20 510 10  F: +358 20 510 2658
www.wihuri.com

Wipak Group www.wipak.com

Wipak Oy
Wipaktie 2
FI-15560 Nastola
Finland
T: +358 20 510 311
F: +358 20 510 3300

Wipak Gryspeert S.A.S.
Zone des Bois, CS 20006
59558 Bousbecque Cédex
France
T: +33 320 115 656
F: +33 320 115 670

Wipak Oy
Kaivolankatu 5
FI-37630 Valkeakoski
Finland
T: +358 20 510 311
F: +358 20 510 3444

Wipak Bordi s.r.l.
Via Finlandia 4 A
IT-29012 Caorso
Italy
T: +39 523 821 382
F: +39 523 822 185

Wipak Walsrode GmbH & Co. KG
Bahnhofstrasse 13
DE-29699 Bomlitz
Germany
T: +49 5161 4880 0
F: +49 5161 4880 100

Wipak UK Ltd.
Buttington Business Park, Unit 3
UK-Welshpool, Powys SY21 8SL
United Kingdom
T: +44 1938 555 255
F: +44 1938 555 277

Wipak Polska Sp z.o.o.
Ul. Smakow 10
PL-49-318 Skarbimierz Osiedle
Poland
T: +48 77 404 2000
F: +48 77 404 2001

Wipak B.V.
Nieuwstadterweg 17
NL-6136 KN Sittard
Netherlands
T: +31 46 420 2999
F: +31 46 458 1311

Wipak Iberica S.L.
C/Sant Celoni, n°76, P.I. Can Prat
08450 Llinars del Vallés, Barcelona
Spain
T: +34 937 812 020
F: +34 937 812 033

Wipak Packaging (Changshu) Co. Ltd. Biaxis Oy Ltd.
Teknikonkatu 2
No. 88 Fuchunjiang Road
FI-15520 Lahti
Changshu New & Hi-Tech
Finland
Industrial Development Zone
T: +358 20 510 312
CN-215533 Jiangsu, China
T: +86 512 82365958
F: +358 20 510 3500
F: +86 512 82365957

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