Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
KINGSEY FALLS, QC, Jan. 31, 2024 /CNW/ – Cascades is pleased to announce the launch of new produce basket designs for the produce sector. Made from up to 100% recycled fibres, these new produce baskets with flaps offer produce growers a sustainable alternative to replace more hard-to-recycle packaging. Cascades is proud to …
February, 2024
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4 February
Hussmann Launches Evolve Technologies™
Offers Retailers a Comprehensive Portfolio of Sustainable Refrigeration Solutions BRIDGETON, MO (USA), January 11, 2024 – Hussmann, a Panasonic company, is proud to announce the launch of Evolve Technologies™ as part of its ongoing commitment to providing low global warming potential (GWP) refrigeration solutions. Hussmann is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of refrigerated merchandisers …
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1 February
ISM 2024: Strong performance on the usual January date
ISM and ProSweets Cologne: A convincing duo +++ Industry benefits from synergies of the Sweet Week +++ New event and networking formats impress young professionals and creators +++ Product show for coming trends and innovationsThis year’s ISM in Cologne from 28 to 31 January proved to be the international hub …
January, 2024
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31 January
Tree of Life Canada ULC Acquires Legacy Distributors, Bolstering Market Presence
[Mississauga, ON] – [January 30th, 2024] – Tree of Life Canada ULC, Canada’s distribution leader in the grocery and food service industries, announced today the successful acquisition of Legacy Distributors, an Ontario-based distributor specializing in bakery and home meal replacement (HMR), ultra-fresh, and bulk commodities. “We’re elated to welcome Legacy …
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31 January
REWE Optimizes Fresh Food Distribution and Tackles Labor Shortages with Automation from Cimcorp
Leading German food retailer REWE leverages Cimcorp’s solution to alleviate physical labor, ensure rapid deliveries, and support sustainability GRIMSBY, Ontario—Jan. 30, 2024—Cimcorp, a pioneer of intralogistics automation specialized in fresh food handling and tire-handling solutions, has partnered with REWE Group, one of Germany’s leading food retail companies, to automate the fulfillment …
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30 January
Hellmann’s putting a “paws” on food waste with new ad campaign, starring Mayo Cat and Kate McKinnon with cameo from Pete Davidson
Mayo Cat inspires viewers to make delicious meals out of leftovers with one simple ingredient: Hellmann’s ‘may-ow’ TORONTO, ON, Jan 30, 2024 – Cat’s out of the bag! Hellmann’s has partnered with award-winning actress and comedian Kate McKinnon for the brand’s latest ad campaign. A self-proclaimed cat lover, Kate appears …
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30 January
SOTI Research Finds 92% of Canadian Shoppers Use In-Store Tech, Yet Frustration Growing with Data Security and Consumer Service Gaps
Despite adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and mobile technologies, 78% of Canadians express security concerns with personal data, 28% find the in-store shopping experience more confusing than ever before and 47% have experienced issues with devices such as self-serve checkout Mississauga, CANADA – January 30, 2024 – The retail industry is facing a critical …
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29 January
Balzac’s Coffee Roasters ‘Anniversary Blend’ Wins 2024 Best New Product Awards™
TORONTO, ON (January 29, 2024) – Balzac’s Coffee Roasters is proud to announce ‘Anniversary Blend’ as the winner in the Whole Bean Coffee category for the 2024 Best New Product Awards™ (“BNPA”), Canada’s most credible new product awards program. The limited-edition ‘Anniversary Blend’ pays homage to the heritage of the …
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29 January
Fire Destroys Iconic Steveston Grocery Store
A Steveston institution went up in flames Friday night, and fire crews say the building is a total loss. Firefighters arrived at Super Grocer on No. 1 Road in Steveston shortly after 5 p.m. and were met with “heavy smoke” from three sides of the building, according to Asst. Deputy …
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29 January
Flow Beverage Corp. and BioSteel Sports Inc. Enter into 3-Year Manufacturing Agreement
· Estimated take-or-pay revenue to Flow over $19 million throughout term of the agreement · Flow to manufacture BIOSTEEL sport drink hydration products TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW; OTCQX:FLWBF) (“Flow”) and BioSteel Sports Inc. (“BioSteel Sports”) have entered into a manufacturing agreement (the “Agreement”) whereby Flow will manufacture and package BIOSTEEL-branded sport hydration …