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New frozen vegetable and potato Medleys make a crowd-pleasing side dish in 16 minutesPartnership with Chef Susur Lee highlights importance of family connection TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2023 /CNW/ – McCain Canada has entered the frozen vegetable category with the launch of new McCain Medleys side dishes, featuring blends of lightly seasoned potatoes …
November, 2023
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9 November
Loblaw Questions Grocery Code of Conduct
Loblaw raises the affordability alarm as grocery code of conduct nears completion.As the grocery code of conduct nears completion, Loblaw is raising concerns the guidelines could add fuel to the food inflation fire.Specifically, Loblaw is worried the code could add $ 1 billion to its customers costs.The company’s chief financial …
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9 November
Vancouver’s beloved Vietnamese restaurant – Anh and Chi – earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand designation for a second year in a row, and now their artisanal sauces are available at select groceries across Canada.
VANCOUVER, BC (October 10, 2023): One of Vancouver’s best restaurants, Anh and Chi, earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand designation for a second year in a row for their authentic Vietnamese recipes, creative cocktails, luscious dining room, and excellence in service and community contribution. With their success, Anh and Chi have …
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7 November
Something’s Rising at OKFD
30 Years and Growing! We have come a long way since 1994, when Philip Thornton and Kevin Fors launched OK Frozen Dough in Vernon, BC. As we get ready to celebrate our 30th anniversary in 2024, we have a new milestone to celebrate. We Are Expanding to Alberta! In 2024, …
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5 November
Battle of the Brands: Private Labels Filling Grocery Carts…For Now
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5 November
Oceana Canada Unveils Roadmap to Cut 1/3 of Canada’s Single-Use Plastic Pollution
Responds to federal zero plastic waste commitment and protects oceans, marine life and people TORONTO, traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada can reduce its single-use plastic each year by one-third, or …
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4 November
THE LITTLE POTATO COMPANY SPREADS A LITTLE HOLIDAY HAPPINESS WITH NEW CAMPAIGN
Online and POS Campaign Aims to Bring Happiness, Ease and Relief to Busy Families Amid High Inflation This Festive Season Edmonton, Canada (November 1, 2023) – The Little Potato Company, the number one Creamer potato company in North America, is making the holiday season even brighter with its “A Little …
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3 November
Burnbrae Farms unveils two new sustainable shell egg offerings, produced using 100 percent clean solar energy
Generated from Burnbrae’s solar-powered farm, the new offerings are among the most energy efficient eggs available in Canada LYN, Ontario, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Burnbrae Farms, Canada’s leading family-owned and operated egg company, is proud to launch two new specialty products: Naturegg Solar Free Range and Naturegg Omega Plus Solar Free …
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2 November
PATTISON FOOD GROUP PARTNERS WITH VITACORE TO PROVIDE CANADA’S FIRST REUSABLE BAG RECYCLING PROGRAM
(November 1, 2023 – Langley, B.C.) In a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at addressing the environmental impact of plastic bags, the Pattison Food Group has partnered with Vitacore’s Planet Impact to launch an innovative reusable bag recycling program. This initiative reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, innovation, and responsible corporate citizenship. …
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2 November
California Prunes: Meeting Health and Sustainability Demands
TORONTO, ONT (October 26, 2023) – Recent research highlights a significant shift in consumer preferences, with a growing demand for healthier food options and sustainable products. According to the latest Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) consumer study, 92% of Canadians still place high importance on eating healthy despite the high …