The company says the investment enhances its operational and research capabilities, as well as its ability to serve growing demand for premium chocolate products.
The company has added 4,000 square feet of cooking space to its vertically integrated headquarters, expanding its overall footprint to nearly 200,000 square feet.
SunOpta employs more than 260 people in Omak, where teams manufacture natural and organic fruit snacks that are sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels.