Lay's Bar-B-Q potato chips

Lay's is one of the world's most recognizable snack brands, with a history dating back to 1932 when Herman Lay opened a snack food operation in Ohio. The brand rose to prominence in the United States and expanded globally, becoming a household name for potato chips. In Canada, Lay's maintains a strong local presence, with the packaging clearly featuring the 'Made in Canada' logo, indicating that the products sold in the Canadian market are manufactured using domestic agricultural ingredients and local production facilities.

The brand's ownership transitioned significantly in 1965 when the H.W. Lay & Company merged with Frito-Lay, which then merged with the Pepsi-Cola Company to form PepsiCo. Today, Lay's is a core brand under the Frito-Lay North America division. PepsiCo remains the ultimate owner, managing the brand's global distribution and innovation from its headquarters in the United States. In Canada, the brand is managed by Frito Lay Canada, a subsidiary that oversees regional operations and flavor development tailored to Canadian tastes.