Updated November 2026. Everything on this list is in stock in Canada right now, priced in CAD, and ships same day from our Montreal store — no duties, no customs, no surprise fees. We're a specialty protein-snack retailer, so we carry flavours (and whole brands) most Canadian grocery and big-box stores never get. Prefer to buy one bar at a time? Almost everything here is sold as a single, and sub-$6 snacks qualify for our Mix & Match 5 + 1 free deal.
The short answer
If you want the highest protein, zero sugar, reach for the David Gold GF High Protein Bar (28 g protein, 0 g sugar). If you want the widest flavour range and the best everyday value, go Built GF Protein Bars & Puffs or Barebells — both carry imported flavours you can't get elsewhere in Canada. For gluten-free classics, Quest Hero and Grenade Carb Killa are the proven picks.
Best protein bars in Canada — at a glance
| Bar | Protein* | Best for | Why we recommend it |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Gold GF High Protein Bar | 28 g | Max protein, 0 g sugar | The highest protein-to-calorie ratio we stock; gluten-free. New Pumpkin Spice LE in now. |
| Built GF Protein Bars & Puffs | ~17 g | Flavour variety, texture | 35+ flavours including USA-exclusive drops. Light marshmallowy texture, gluten-free. |
| Barebells Protein Bar | ~20 g | Candy-bar taste, low sugar | 30+ flavours incl. European imports. Tastes like a chocolate bar, ~2 g sugar. |
| Grenade Carb Killa (GF) | ~20 g | Low sugar, gluten-free | Dense, satisfying, famously low sugar. A long-standing favourite. |
| Quest Hero Crispy Bar (GF) | ~17 g | Candy-bar cravings, GF | Soft, crispy, indulgent texture; gluten-free and low sugar. |
| Quest Stacks Protein Bar (GF) | ~20 g | Layered, dessert-like | Newer Quest line, layered textures. Well stocked and underrated. |
| Power Crunch Protein Bar | ~14 g | Light wafer, not too filling | Crispy crème wafer — a change of pace from dense bars. 10 flavours in stock. |
*Protein per bar, approximate and flavour-dependent — see each product page for exact macros per flavour.
Flavours you can only get here
This is the real reason to buy bars from a specialty store. We import both the European Barebells range and the full USA Built lineup, so the flavour list below changes constantly — and you can try any of them as a single.
Built — USA & brand-new drops (in stock now)
Mocha Chunk (NEW), Cinnamon Cereal Milk (NEW), Strawberry Cheesecake (NEW), Peanut Butter & S'mores Chunk (NEW), Piña Colada (NEW), Dreamwich Cookie Butter (NEW), Peanut Butter CUP, Cookies 'N Cream, Salted Caramel, Churro, Cookie Dough Chunk, plus the full Sour Puffs range (Blue Razz Blast, Green Apple Crush, Watermelon Splash, Pink Lemonade Squeeze, Sweet Peach Punch) and limited editions like Pumpkin Cookie Chunk, Rocky Road and S'mores Chunk. Shop all Built flavours →
Barebells — European-exclusive imports (in stock now)
Wild Cherry (EU), SOFT Peanut Cloud (EU) and Salty Caramel Crunch (EU) — flavours the North American range doesn't include — alongside fan-favourite limited drops Brownie Batter, Coco Caramel Almond, Banana Bread, Orange Creamsicle, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Key Lime Pie and Cookies & Cream. Shop all Barebells flavours →
Underrated picks worth a try (well stocked, often overlooked)
Great bars that don't get the hype they deserve — all in good supply right now:
- Quest Stacks Protein Bar — layered, dessert-like take on the classic Quest bar, ~20 g protein, gluten-free.
- Quest Overload Protein Bar — gooey, topped, indulgent; a newer Quest format.
- Power Crunch — if you find most protein bars too dense, this crispy wafer is a genuinely different experience (10 flavours in stock).
- Legendary Keto Protein Pastry — a "pop-tart" style baked treat with real protein; great warmed up.
- ProBites Protein Balls — fridge/freezer protein bites in 8 flavours; a fun alternative to a bar.
Best by category
Most protein / zero sugar: David Gold (28 g, 0 g sugar). Most flavours: Built. Tastes most like a candy bar: Barebells & Quest Hero. Lowest sugar classic: Grenade Carb Killa. Baked-treat craving: Legendary & Legendary Donuts.
Buy singles and mix & match
You don't have to buy a box to find your favourite. Nearly every bar here is sold as a single, and any snack under $6 qualifies for our Mix & Match: buy 5, get 1 free (buy 10, get 2 free) deal — build a variety pack across brands and flavours. It's the easiest way to taste-test the imports before you commit to a box.
Why buy protein bars from Top Nutrition & Fitness
- Widest selection in Canada — imported Built (USA) and Barebells (EU) flavours you won't find at grocery or big-box stores.
- Same-day shipping from Montreal, no duties or customs on Canadian orders.
- Singles + Mix & Match so you can try before you commit to a box.
- Specialist service — we taste-test what we carry and only stock snacks we'd eat ourselves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best protein bar in Canada?
For maximum protein with zero sugar, the David Gold GF High Protein Bar (28 g protein, 0 g sugar) is our top pick. For flavour variety and everyday value, Built and Barebells lead — both carry imported flavours exclusive to specialty retailers.
Which protein bars are gluten-free?
David Gold, Built, Quest (Hero, Stacks, Overload) and Grenade Carb Killa are all gluten-free. Always check the specific product page, as formulations can vary by flavour.
Can I buy protein bars as singles instead of a full box?
Yes — almost every bar we carry is available as a single, and sub-$6 snacks qualify for our Mix & Match 5 + 1 free deal, so you can build your own variety pack across brands.
Do you ship protein bars across Canada?
Yes. We ship same day from Montreal across Canada with no duties or customs on Canadian orders, and you can also shop in person at our Montreal store.
Which Barebells and Built flavours do you carry that other stores don't?
We import European Barebells flavours such as Wild Cherry, SOFT Peanut Cloud and Salty Caramel Crunch, plus the full USA Built lineup including new drops like Mocha Chunk, Dreamwich Cookie Butter and the Sour Puffs range. Stock changes often — check the product pages for what's live today.
Related guides
Best Protein Bars in Canada (full ranked guide) · Best Protein Powders in Canada · Best Gluten-Free Protein Snacks · Best Keto Snacks · Built Bar Canada · Barebells Canada · David Protein Canada
