Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 26, 2023 /CNW/ – Senior representatives of the Food Producers of Canada (FPC) and other representatives from the broader Canadian food manufacturing sector met this morning with the Honorable Francois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) and the Honorable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agrifood …
October, 2023
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2 October
Bel Group Canada commits to fighting food waste and food insecurity
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2 October
PROTECTING SUPPLY MANAGEMENT: An issue of food sovereignty
Ottawa September 26, 2023. Taking over from the 262 Members of Parliament, or nearly 80% of the House of Commons, Quebec Senator Amina Gerba brought the cause of Supply Management to the Senate by sponsoring Bill C-282 which aims at strengthening the protection of an essential policy for Canadians. In …
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2 October
Carlton Cards Supports Mental Health in Canada
[Mississauga, ON – September 26, 2023]: Carlton Cards announces today their continued support for Mental Health Awareness Month. For the third year, a portion of proceeds from every greeting card sold at participating retail partners in Canada from October 1- 31, will be donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association …
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2 October
BRANDS AND RETAILERS DEMONSTRATE THEIR COMMITMENT TO RESPONSIBLY-SOURCED PRODUCTS THIS OCTOBER WITH NORTH AMERICAN ‘WE ARE FAIRTRADE’ CAMPAIGN
FAIRTRADE CANADA PARTNERS WITH RETAILERS, BRANDS AND FAIRTRADE AMERICA TO EDUCATE SHOPPERS ON THE NEED FOR A FAIRER DEAL FOR FARMERS THROUGH ONLINE GIVEAWAYS AND A VIRTUAL EVENT Ottawa, ON – Fairtrade Canada is celebrating Fairtrade Month this October in partnership with more than 40 brands for this year’s ‘We Are …
September, 2023
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26 September
Empire Celebrates the Life and Legacy of David F. Sobey
STELLARTON, NS, Sept. 19, 2023 /CNW/ – The Board of Directors of Empire Company Limited (TSX: EMP.A) today announced the passing of David Frank Sobey, C.M., Chair Emeritus of Sobeys Inc. He was 92 years old. David F. Sobey “David was a great grocer, a great retailer and a great businessman who was …
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25 September
KD® Mac N’ Cheese Unveils First Rebrand in Nearly Ten Years, Marking the Next Era for the Brand
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24 September
Grocery chain profits only a minor factor in high cost of food
Carbon taxes have a far more significant impact on food prices than grocery chain profits By Steve Ambler Justin Trudeau has summoned Canada’s top grocers to Ottawa to come up with a plan to solve surging food prices, saying, “It does not make sense in a country like Canada that …
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24 September
Elevate Your Brand at Halal Expo Canada 2024
CLICK HERE FOR MORE OVER 62% EXHIBIT SPACE SOLD! Start planning early and make the most of the marketing before the show! Halal Expo Canada 2024: Elevate Your Brand’s Presence Date: May 8-9, 2024Venue: The International Centre The North American Halal industry is vibrant and evolving, and our goal at …
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24 September
New Hire for Somerset-Williams Business Development.
Louisa Olivieri Somerset-Williams Business Development is thrilled to introduce newest addition of Louisa Olivieri. Focused on Business in Eastern Canada, Louisa is a dynamic professional who will play a pivotal role in managing all responsibilities related to our food brokerage. Louisa brings with her a wealth of experience and a …