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(May 28, 2024) – Today, Ocean Wise is pleased to announce new recommendations for British Columbian wild-caught salmon under its sustainable seafood label. The 14 new recommendations are the result of a unique new assessment process combining the best of scientific data and real-world knowledge. Nearly 90% of Canadians eat …
May, 2024
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30 May
Morningstar DBRS Confirms Sobeys Inc. at BBB, With Stable Trends
DBRS Limited (Morningstar DBRS) confirmed Sobeys Inc.’s (Sobeys or the Company) Issuer Rating and Senior Unsecured Debt credit rating at BBB with Stable trends.KEY CREDIT RATING CONSIDERATIONSThe credit rating confirmations and Stable trends acknowledge Sobeys’ sound operating performance over the last 12 months ended February 3, 2024 against the backdrop …
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28 May
KIDFRESH EXPANDS INTERNATIONALLY WITH LAUNCH IN CANADA
Leading Kids’ Better-For-You Frozen Food Brand with Hidden Veggies Brings First of Its Kind Products to Canada’s Freezer Aisle NEW YORK, May 28, 2024 /CNW/ — Kidfresh, the brand of kids’ favorite foods with hidden veggies in every bite, is excited to announce its expansion into Canada. This strategic move marks Kidfresh’s first entry into …
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28 May
MAY / JUNE 2024
MAY/JUNE 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.3 In this Issue 15 Reducing Environmental Impact is Cool Keeping ahead of evolving refrigeration mandates will help retailers stay cool under the collar. 19 Snacking is a Lifestyle Tree of Life talks what’s trending in cookies and crackers. 23 Grocery Retailers Giving Back 29 …
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28 May
Tostitos® and Chef Susur Lee Introduce the Tostitos® Tasting Window
Inspired by the wine windows of Florence, new collaboration aims to show Canadians that Tostitos® tortilla chips are a blank canvas for culinary creativity. MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 22, 2024 /CNW/ – Tostitos®, a brand known for rich, flavourful and unforgettable moments, is thrilled to announce its collaboration with renowned Chef Susur Lee as …
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28 May
Calgary Food & Drug Executives 2024 Golf Classic – REGISTER TODAY!!!
Calgary Food & Drug Executives is happy to invite you to our 49th Annual CFDE Golf Classic at D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club! Lunch, Dinner, Prizes and the opportunity to network and mingle with retailers and other industry friends! CFDE Members/Trade Guests – $285Non CFDE Members – $325 For Golf & …
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28 May
Share It Forward campaign expands to more stores for its seventh year
(Langley, B.C. – May 21, 2024) Canadian brand Western Family is expanding its seventh annual Share It Forward campaign in support of local food banks into new retailers this year, bringing the total number of participating stores to more than 220 across Western Canada. Buy-Low Foods and Nesters Markets will join …
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28 May
Saputo Inc.: Fiscal 2024 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results
MONTREAL, May 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saputo Inc. (TSX: SAP) – Saputo will release its fiscal 2024 fourth quarter and full-year financial results on Thursday, June 6, 2024. A press release will be issued after markets close, and a conference call is scheduled on Friday, June 7, 2024, at …
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28 May
Loblaw joins the grocer code of conduct. Over to you, Walmart
By Sylvain Charlebois | May 22, 2024 Loblaw has finally endorsed the grocer code of conduct, opting to do the right thing after months of swirling rumours. Its decision marks a significant milestone in the Canadian grocery sector, as all major grocers have now committed to the code. Metro, Sobeys, …
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28 May
Bel Group Canada launches The Laughing Cow® Plant-Based
With this new addition to the portfolio, the company continues to expand its plant-based offer Montreal, May 22, 2024 – Following the launches of Boursin® Dairy Free and Babybel® Plant Based, Bel Canada Group announces the launch of a delicious plant-based version of one of its most iconic brands, The …