National Commercial Distribution & Direct Importing

A wholesale partner with abroad view of Canada.

T&M Wholesale Inc. has expanded from culturally relevant specialty foods into a multi-category Canadian distribution powerhouse connecting international manufacturers with North American retail shelves.

T&M Wholesale distribution warehouse with palletized inventory
  • Logistics Footprint

    4 National Hubs

    Mississauga (YYZ), Winnipeg (YWG), Calgary (YYC), Edmonton (YEG).

  • Commercial Reach

    1,200+ Doors

    Independent grocers, regional chains, ethnic markets, and specialty roasters.

  • Inventory Breadth

    540+ Active SKUs

    Specialty foods, heritage grains, FMCG tissue, hygienic goods & green coffee.

  • Regulatory Status

    100% SFCR Audited

    Traceable batch QA, CFIA Safe Food compliance, bilingual GS1 retail barcoding.

Our Genesis & Mandate

From Sourcing Heritage to Nationwide Scale

T&M Wholesale was founded on a straightforward observation: independent ethnic grocers and specialty markets across Canada suffered severe supply chain friction. Retailers struggled under inconsistent ocean freight timelines, fragmented multi-tier brokers, and inflated markups that crushed independent shelf margins.

By establishing direct-from-source agricultural agreements in East Africa, the Mediterranean Basin, and Southeast Asia, we bypassed intermediaries entirely. Authentic ivory and brown teff, pulses, and specialty aromatics began moving on consolidated ocean containers directly into Canadian distribution hubs with absolute provenance.

Today, that initial import infrastructure has expanded into an institutional commercial distributor. We are the exclusive Canadian master distributor for premier international FMCG manufacturers—including Vinda 4-Ply luxury tissue, Mega Soft hygiene lines, and Fasclean bio-detergents—while simultaneously operating our specialty direct-trade TM Coffee green bean importing division.

Executive Merchandising DeskLogistics & Trade Governance · T&M Wholesale Inc.
Central intermodal logistics terminal with automated narrow-aisle wire-guided reach trucks operating across high-density Canadian master fulfillment hubs
  • Racking Capacity6,400 Pallets
  • Daily Cross-Dock180 Metric Tons
  • Storage Climate15°C–20°C Regulated

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Our founding vision, nationwide distribution commitments, and how T&M Wholesale Inc. is transforming multi-category wholesale distribution across Canada.

Mehari Yohannes, Chief Executive Officer & Founder of T&M Wholesale Inc.

Mehari Yohannes

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

T&M Wholesale Inc.

  • 12+ Years Enterprise Sourcing Infrastructure
  • Direct Origin & Intermodal Pallet Logistics
  • CFIA / SFCR Regulatory Oversight

Connecting authentic global sourcing with everyday Canadian retail shelves.

“We bridge authentic international food producers, high-turnover FMCG brands, and direct-trade Ethiopian coffee origins directly to independent Canadian grocers and regional retailers.”

At T&M Wholesale, our commitment goes beyond traditional logistics. We bridge authentic international food producers, high-turnover FMCG brands, and direct-trade Ethiopian coffee origins directly to independent Canadian grocers and regional retailers.

By combining localized warehousing across Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, and Mississauga with flexible ordering terms, we empower our retail partners to scale while providing global manufacturers direct access to the Canadian market.

Independent grocers, ethnic supermarkets, and specialty roasteries form the heartbeat of Canadian communities. Our infrastructure is engineered to remove predatory intermediary markups, protect cold-chain traceability, and provide equitable access to world-class brands without the bureaucratic overhead of legacy distributors.

Signature of Mehari Yohannes

Mehari Yohannes

Chief Executive Officer & Founder,
T&M Wholesale Inc.

Nationwide Operations & Sourcing Hubs

Strategic Cross-Dock Logistics Centers

Terminals strategically situated along Canada's primary intermodal rail and freight arteries, guaranteeing rapid 24–48 hour FOB dispatch to grocery loading bays from coast to coast.


  • Winnipeg Hub

    Central Canadian master depot. Western Canadian pulse & grain consolidation center with direct CN/CPKC rail car siding and deep bulk storage capacity.

    Logistics SLA24-Hr Prairie Corridor Dispatch (MB, SK, NW ON)
  • Calgary Hub

    Western regional fulfillment center servicing Alberta grocers and the Rocky Mountain corridor. Primary climate-controlled storage for TM Coffee specialty green bean lots.

    Logistics SLA24-48 Hr AB & BC Interior Freight Lane
  • Edmonton Hub

    Northern Alberta direct store delivery terminal. Specialized direct institutional foodservice supply, remote grocery distribution, and high-velocity weekly route replenishments.

    Logistics SLADaily Scheduled Tailgate & Route Drops
  • Mississauga Hub

    Eastern master import terminal. Direct ocean container de-stuffing, CFIA import quarantine inspection staging, and commercial sample tasting facility.

    Logistics SLASame-Day / 24-Hr Golden Horseshoe & QC Cross-Dock
The T&M Standard

Architectural Principles Governing Our Distribution Engine

  • 01 / Origin Integrity

    Direct Sourcing Integrity

    We cut out broker speculation by establishing direct farm-gate and mill-level partnerships across Ethiopia, Egypt, India, and global manufacturing epicenters. Long-term forward contracts ensure price predictability, superior farmer compensation, and untampered crop authenticity.

    • Direct-Trade Audited
    • Batch-Lot Traceability
    • Farm-Gate Contracts
  • 02 / Federal Rigor

    Federal Regulatory Excellence

    Operating in strict accordance with the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) and Health Canada guidelines. Every import undergoes comprehensive COA validation, destoning and purity testing, and GS1 bilingual French/English compliant retail packaging preparation.

    • CFIA SFCR Lic #8-SFC-2021-9982
    • GS1 Bilingual Barcoding
    • HACCP Chain QA
  • 03 / Commercial Enablement

    Retailer Success & Flexible MOQs

    Independent grocers, ethnic supermarkets, and emerging roasteries are the backbone of Canadian retail diversity. We remove high-capital barriers through 1-pallet minimum order quantities, mixed-SKU ordering on a single bill of lading, and pre-approved Net-30 commercial credit terms.

    • 1 Pallet / Mixed MOQ
    • Net-30 Settlement Terms
    • Dedicated Merchant Desk
Operational Governance Specification

Enterprise Systems & Quality Assurances

Protocol Dimension
Standard Specification
Auditing Authority / Verification
Commercial Retail Advantage
  • Cold-Chain Climate Telemetry

    Continuous 18°C–20°C <55% RH regulated zones across all hubs

    Automated IoT sensor logging; calibrated quarterly

    Zero moisture degradation or insect risks for bulk teff & green coffee beans

  • Intermodal Rail Connectivity

    Direct CN & CPKC intermodal container dispatch routes

    EDI 214 Carrier Shipment Status & GPS rail tracking

    Mitigates long-haul highway fuel surcharges, preserving wholesale pricing stability

  • EDI & Automated PO Intake

    Full ANSI X12 (EDI 850, 855, 856, 810) supermarket integration

    GS1 Canada certified vendor data portal

    Automated multi-store invoicing and advance shipping notices for banner accounts

  • Enterprise Credit Facilities

    In-house commercial Net-30 credit lines up to $150,000 OAC

    Equifax Commercial Credit verification desk

    Provides working capital liquidity for rapidly expanding independent grocers

Expand Your Canadian Shelf Share

Ready to partner with Canada's fastest growing B2B wholesale network?

Whether you are an independent retail grocer seeking higher shelf margins, or a global manufacturer expanding into North America, our merchant desk is ready to deploy your inventory.