“We’ve worked closely together as partners in all things Pulse Canada,” Bacon said of the relationship. “There truly is no one who knows more about Pulse Canada than Greg. He will be a terrific leader.”
Despite choosing to step down, Bacon will remain a constant within the global initiative.
“While my CEO position will end, I plan to continue to work with the global pulse connection to ensure we continue to focus on defining the role pulses can play in system transformations to reflect human and environmental health,” he said. “I think we did good things and there’s a lot of work left to do.”
Whether animal protein or plant-based, all food has to be looked at from the same perspective, Bacon said of current issues trending in the industry.
“We have successfully started a transition in consumer demand, which is reflected in new plant-based facilities in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.”
The facilities centre on healthy, affordable, nutritious and sustainable food.
“Healthy people, healthy planet. Those are four words that summarize what I’m proud of,” Bacon said.