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TORONTO, April 11, 2024: Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is proud to announce the finalists of the 2024 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards. This year, over 100 innovative products have been selected for their exceptional contribution to the Canadian grocery landscape. Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards Finalists Announced! …
April, 2024
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9 April
Cavendish Farms Introduces Quick Crisp
A New Lineup of Convenient and Delicious Potato Products and Appetizers DIEPPE, New Brunswick, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cavendish Farms today announced the launch of Quick Crisp, a new lineup of products delivering convenience and a great taste to Canadian households. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is …
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9 April
IT’S FOAMING DELICIOUS: INTERNATIONAL DELIGHT® LAUNCHES FIRST TO MARKET INNOVATION IN CANADA WITH NEW COLD FOAM
The first-of-its-kind launch brings Canadians an elevated coffee shop beverage experience at home for a fraction of the price. BOUCHERVILLE, QC and TORONTO, April 8, 2024 /CNW/ – Say hello to cold foam at home! Available almost everywhere on April 8, 2024, International Delight introduces Canadian coffee fans and flavour lovers to Cold Foam, a first-of-its-kind and delicious …
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9 April
Key Trends from CHFA NOW Vancouver 2024
By Lynsey Walker, VP, Marketing & Communications, CHFA CHFA took over Vancouver last week with our annual trade show and conference, CHFA NOW Vancouver, on April 3-5. This year’s show was extra special as we celebrated CHFA’s 60th anniversary. This milestone was a big one – it means 60 years …
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9 April
Rabba Fine Foods partners with Uber Eats to satisfy any craving, any time
Rabba becomes first grocer to offer food and grocery delivery to urban Toronto, 24/7, with Uber Eats TORONTO, April 5, 2024 – This spring, thanks to a partnership between Uber Eats and Rabba Fine Foods, GTA residents have the option to order prepared meals, grocery items, fresh produce, or snacks, …
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9 April
We Have to Stop Blaming COVID for Supply Chain Issues
How a mix of supplier diversity, just-in-time, safety stock, and economic order quantity will help food companies navigate potential global disruptions By Stephen Dombroski, Director of Consumer Markets, QAD While it’s undeniable that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on global supply chains, it’s important for individuals and …
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9 April
Keurig Dr Pepper Canada Teams Up with the Toronto Blue Jays to Expand Canadian Beverage Offering
Keurig Dr Pepper Canada enters a multi-brand partnership with the Toronto Blue JaysTM MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — April 04, 2024—Canada Dry Mott’s Inc., doing business as Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (“KDP Canada”), and the Toronto Blue JaysTM announced today a strategic multi-year partnership that will bring new and exciting experiences and offerings to …
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9 April
Canada Plastics Pact Surpasses 100 Partners, Welcomes Six New Partners To Tackle Plastic Waste and Pollution
OTTAWA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canada Plastics Pact (CPP) is pleased to welcome CIAC Plastics Division, Denovia Labs, Greenstreets Environmental, Interchange Recycling, Ocean Legacy Foundation, and Upstream to its expanding network of 104 Partners in Q1 of 2024. CIAC Plastics Division CIAC Plastics Division represents 70+ members …
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9 April
Squamish Water Kefir Co. launches new line of vintage inspired probiotic sodas
Squamish Water Kefir Co. (SWK), a leading producer of probiotic beverages and popsicles in Canada, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new line of vintage inspired probiotic sodas. Founded in 2015 by Sabrina Horlyck and Kristin Campbell, SWK has become known for its high-quality water kefir products that …
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8 April
Cove Drinks Continues Rapid Expansion with National Debut in Costco Across U.S. and Launch of Five New Flavours in Canada
HALIFAX, NS, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ – Cove Drinks is pleased to announce two key business milestones, with their National debut of Cove Soda in 530 Costco warehouses across the U.S. and the launch of five new flavours in Canada. Cove Soda is the first, zero sugar soda made with 1 billion …