Chickapea

Chickapea is a Canadian food company specializing in nutritious and gluten-free pasta products made from chickpeas and yellow peas, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking plant-based alternatives. Founded in 2015 in Ontario, Canada, Chickapea focuses on creating high-protein pasta options. The company was established by Shelby Taylor, who also serves as CEO. Chickapea has secured funding through multiple rounds.

In September 2025, Chickapea raised CAD 4. 25 million in venture funding led by AGT Foods and Ingredients Inc. , with participation from Farm Credit Canada and InvestEco Capital. Chickapea specializes in high-protein pasta products primarily made from chickpeas and yellow peas, offering gluten-free alternatives to traditional pasta.

Their product line includes various shapes such as shells, penne, and spirals, along with convenient one-pot pasta meals designed for health-conscious consumers. They target families, vegetarians, and fitness enthusiasts across North America and select international markets, focusing on providing nutritious options that satisfy pasta cravings without compromising health benefits. Chickapea generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales and partnerships with retailers and wholesalers. Their product offerings, including high-protein pasta varieties and one-pot meals, retail between CAD 27.

99 and CAD 32. 99 for packs of six. The company ensures both B2C and B2B interactions by facilitating direct purchases through their online shop while also distributing products in grocery stores, supported by promotional strategies to enhance customer engagement. The company will use the September 2025 funding to sustain its expansion programs and meet growing customer demand across North America.