Here in Charlotte County we are proud of Ganong Bros. Limited, Canada’s oldest family-owned candy company.
The process of creating quality chocolates and candy, which was started by brothers James and Gilbert Ganong in 1873, has been passed down from generation to generation in the beautiful town of St Stephen, New Brunswick. Ganong Bros. Limited has been one of the chocolate industry’s most important companies. Arthur Ganong was the first to make any sort of a wrapped chocolate bar; Ganong began selling the first chocolate bars in 1910. Chocolate Fest, which had its start back in 1984, is a unique celebration of our town’s rich chocolate heritage. With events that will appeal to all of your senses, Chocolate Fest continues to offer unforgettable experiences.
In 2000, St Stephen was officially registered as “Canada’s Chocolate Town” as a mark of the importance of chocolate in its past and present.
“The Great Chocolate Mousse” is our official mascot. In 1994 The Great Chocolate Mousse married his lovely wife, Tiffany. The Chocolate Mousse and Tiffany are very popular during the festival with both young and old chocolate lovers. They bring out the child in all of us. Look for them at all the events; give them a hug and be sure to take advantage of this great photo opportunity.