At the heart of Les Aliments Amelya is a simple idea: food has the power to bring people home.

Driven by a deep love for authentic flavors and a desire to reconnect local communities with the tastes of their homeland, our journey began with a passion for preserving the culinary traditions of North Africa and the broader MENA region. The vision was clear from the start: to make it easier for families in Canada to find the staple products, nostalgic flavors, and everyday essentials that remind them of the “bled” — the foods they grew up with, the meals that shaped their memories, and the traditions passed from one generation to the next.

During this search for authenticity and purpose, our owner discovered Les Aliments Amelya, an Algerian import company originally established in 2008. When the two owners met, they quickly realized they shared much more than a business interest: they shared a common love for food, heritage, and the cultural richness of their respective backgrounds.

A trip to North Africa further deepened that vision. Surrounded by the flavors, products, and traditions that define daily life across the region, the desire grew even stronger: to bring these staple, nostalgic foods to Canada’s growing MENA communities and make them more accessible than ever before.

That vision became reality in 2013, when Les Aliments Amelya was acquired and a new chapter began. Since then, the company has continued to grow with a clear mission: to serve communities across Canada with authentic products that celebrate heritage, identity, and taste.

Today, Les Aliments Amelya operates from a modern 40,000-square-foot warehouse strategically located in the heart of Montreal. This central position allows us to efficiently receive, store, and distribute products where they are needed most. Through strong partnerships with major freight companies, we are proud to offer reliable distribution across Canada, helping bring the flavors of home to retailers, families, and communities from coast to coast.