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The lifestyle energy drink is arriving now to Canadian retailers nationwide Toronto, February 1, 2024 – Celsius Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CELH), maker of energy drink brand CELSIUS®, today announced its official launch in Canada, providing more consumers with a refreshing energy option made with zero sugar to fuel their active lifestyles.Since the …
February, 2024
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5 February
Cascades is proud to offer even more sustainable alternatives for hard-to-recycle packaging with a brand new line of produce baskets with flaps
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 …
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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 …