Habitant pea soup

Habitant is a quintessential Canadian brand, deeply rooted in the traditional French-Canadian culinary legacy of pea soup. The brand was established in 1918 by the Morin family in Montreal, Quebec. It became a household staple across Canada, known for its thick, hearty texture and authentic 'habitant' style recipe. Throughout the late 20th century, the brand underwent several ownership changes as the food industry consolidated.

Today, Habitant is owned by the Campbell Soup Company, which acquired the brand through its purchase of the parent company that previously held it. While Campbell Soup Company is headquartered in the United States, Habitant products sold in the Canadian market are primarily manufactured within Canada to maintain the brand's local heritage and flavor profile. The brand remains a dominant leader in the canned soup category in Canada, particularly in Quebec.