Foundation Cigar Company announced today a new exclusive national distribution partnership with Brigham Enterprises, one of Canada’s most respected tobacconist suppliers and a leading distributor in the premium cigar category. This agreement marks a significant milestone in Foundation’s international expansion and ensures that retailers and consumers throughout Canada will now have access to the company’s award-winning premium cigars.
Founded in 1906, Brigham Enterprises is among Canada’s longest-standing tobacconist institutions, well known for its nationwide wholesale network based in Toronto, Ontario. Originally recognized as the country’s oldest Canadian-made briar pipe manufacturer, Brigham has spent the past decade building one of Canada’s most robust premium cigar portfolios. The company now represents a range of acclaimed brands and has become a trusted partner for tobacconists across the country.
“We’ve admired Foundation for many years, not only for the quality of their products, but also for their unique storytelling and marketing approach,” said Richard Joseph, Premium Cigar Category Manager at Brigham Enterprises. “Retailers and consumers across Canada have been inquiring about these cigars for a long time, and we’re thrilled to finally make them available through Canadian tobacconists. This is a meaningful addition to our portfolio, and we are truly grateful for the trust that Nick and his team have placed in us to represent their products here in Canada.”
Foundation Cigar Company Founder and Master Blender Nicholas Melillo expressed strong enthusiasm about the partnership and its timing.
“Brigham is a legendary name in the Canadian tobacco world, and we couldn’t ask for a better partner,” said Melillo. “Their heritage, professionalism, and commitment to premium craftsmanship align perfectly with Foundation’s values. The demand from Canadian consumers has been growing for years, and we are excited to finally bring our cigars—our passion and our story—to tobacconists across Canada through a company we deeply respect. This is only the beginning of what we believe will be a long and successful collaboration.”
The first shipment of Foundation Cigar Company products is scheduled to arrive in Canada in December 2025, with availability at authorized retailers shortly thereafter.
