Est. 1983 · Foxboro, Ontario
Our Purpose Is
More Than Meat
We believe what's on your plate should nourish your body, yes. But also your community. Your local farmers. Your future.
Our History
A Legacy Built Through Decades of Dedication
It started as Chilvers Meat - a local butcher built on one belief: quality meat, handled with care, is something every family deserves.
John Rua took ownership and built something no other could buy, a reputation. Through honesty and hard work, local families didn't just shop here - they came back every week for premium, locally sourced cuts from people who genuinely cared. That's when Chilvers Meat became RUA Meats.
Coming from healthcare backgrounds, we recognised this mission immediately - because feeding people well is healthcare. We took ownership and opened our butchery and abattoir, taking full control from farm to table.
We opened our retail storefront, bringing fresh, hand-cut meat directly to the community.
Restaurants and caterers came knocking. Our wholesale meat supply grew, delivering bulk orders to the best kitchens around.
We took the butcher online. Fresh meat delivery, straight to your door - no queues, no compromise.
From a single shop in 1983 to a full farm-to-doorstep experience - the values haven't changed. Ethically sourced. Locally raised. Always fresh.
Proudly Canadian, Deep roots in Ontario. Committed to local agriculture. No Hormones. Ever Pure, natural meat. No exceptions. Free Range Raised Animals with room to roam, raised right. Licensed by OMAFRA, Fully regulated abattoir meeting strict government standards. Humane Handling, Respect at every step, from farm to facility. Safe for Your Family, If we wouldn't serve it to our children, we won't serve it to yours.
Welcome to RUA Meats Where better begins.
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