Package & Label Design in Rossland, BC
Rossland’s small-batch makers sell to locals, visitors and online shoppers, from trail snacks and energy bars to coffee, spice rubs, hot sauces and preserves. Incube8 Creative is a package and label design studio in nearby Castlegar that helps Rossland food brands create packaging that captures the mountain-town spirit and is ready for retail shelves.
Packaging with personality
Visitors take Rossland products home as gifts and souvenirs, so your packaging needs to stand out and tell your story. We design labels and packaging that reflect where you’re from while looking polished enough for any store shelf.
- Spice rubs and seasonings: jars, pouches and gift sets
- Hot sauces and condiments: bottle labels with bold, memorable designs
- Coffee and tea: bags and tins for local roasters and blenders
- Trail snacks, granola and baked goods: pouches, boxes and wrappers
- Jams, honey and preserves: jar labels and gift packaging
Labels built around Canadian food labelling rules
Prepackaged food sold in Canada has to follow labelling rules enforced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Labels aren’t pre-approved, so it’s up to producers to get them right before they print. We plan for the required elements from the very first layout, including:
- Bilingual English and French text where required
- Common name and net quantity in metric units on the principal display panel
- Ingredient list plus allergen and gluten statements
- Nutrition Facts table, and the front-of-package “high in” nutrition symbol required since January 1, 2026 for foods high in saturated fat, sugars or sodium
- Dealer name and address, best-before date and lot code placement
We flag anything that needs your attention before files go to print, and recommend a final check with the CFIA’s Industry Labelling Tool.
A designer just down the road
We’re a short drive away in Castlegar, so we can meet in person, talk through your goals and review printing options together. One designer handles your project from first concept to print-ready files, and we can also build your logo, branding and website.
See our package design work, or book a free consultation to talk about your product.
Photo: Chris06, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Frequently asked questions
Are your labels CFIA approved?
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) does not pre-approve food labels; producers are responsible for making sure their labels comply. We design your labels around CFIA labelling requirements and flag anything that needs your attention, and we recommend a final check with the CFIA Industry Labelling Tool before printing.
Do my food labels need to be bilingual?
Most prepackaged food sold in Canada must show mandatory label information in both English and French. Some exemptions exist, for example for certain local foods, so check which rules apply to your product before printing.
Do I need the front-of-package nutrition symbol?
Since January 1, 2026, prepackaged foods that meet or exceed set levels of saturated fat, sugars or sodium must display the front-of-package “high in” nutrition symbol, unless an exemption applies. We plan room for it in your design when needed.
What types of packaging do you design?
Jar and bottle labels, pouches, tins, boxes, sleeves, roll labels and can or case packaging. We deliver print-ready files for your printer or label supplier.
Who designs food packaging and labels in Rossland, BC?
Incube8 Creative is a package and label design studio based in Castlegar, BC, serving Rossland and the West Kootenays. We design labels and packaging for spices, rubs, hot sauces, preserves, coffee, snacks and other food products.