Weston family

Prominent Canadian family of businesspeople

The Weston family is a prominent family of businesspeople that was founded in Canada and eventually developed global business interests, primarily in the food and retail sectors. The family operations began with the purchase of a bakery in 1884 by American-born Canadian George Weston in Toronto, Ontario. Over the course of subsequent decades, his descendants also established themselves in the United Kingdom, Ireland and the United States.

Associated British Foods Primark demerger

Associated British Foods Primark demerger Associated British Foods will demerge Primark from its food businesses to create a standalone retail giant.