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LANGLEY, British Columbia, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pattison Food Group has transitioned its organic banana program supplier to Equifruit, a proudly Canadian and female-owned company. Equifruit is North America’s leading Fairtrade-certified banana importer, working exclusively with farmers approved by Fairtrade International, an organization recognized as one of the most …
February, 2026
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28 February
GRACE FOODS CANADA CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH $5,000 STUDENT BURSARY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LUNCHEON
(TORONTO, ON – February 26th, 2026) – Grace Foods Canada Inc. is proud to celebrate Black History Month by supporting the achievements and contributions of Black communities across Canada. As part of this commitment, the company is sponsoring the University of Toronto’s 2026 Black History Month Luncheon with more than $15,000 in …
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28 February
Puratos Canada Opens First Canadian Bakery School Program in Mississauga
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 25, 2026 /CNW/ – Puratos Canada officially opened its first Canadian Bakery School program at Father Michael Goetz Catholic Secondary School today, reinforcing its commitment to education in Mississauga, workforce development, and long-term industry sustainability in professional baking and pastry arts. The program is being developed in partnership …
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24 February
Cardinal Meats Marks 60 Years as a Canadian Protein Industry Leader
Brampton, ON – February 24, 2026 — Cardinal Meats proudly marks its 60th anniversary this year, celebrating six decades of growth, innovation and high-quality products. Founded in 1966, Cardinal Meats has grown from a regional processor into a nationally respected supplier, best known for its signature beef burgers, and fully cooked products …
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23 February
Your Preference Kombucha – expanding its functional wellness portfolio.
Your Preference Kombucha Ltd., a craft nano-brewery based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, is expanding its functional wellness portfolio with the launch of its Kombucha and Water Kefir Gummies alongside Kombucha Vitamin Gummies. Designed for today’s health-conscious consumers, the gummies are crafted using raw organic kombucha and water kefir cultures to …
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23 February
Loblaw to invest $2.4 billion in the Canadian economy in 2026, with plans to build 70 new stores and create well over 9,000 jobs
Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L, “Loblaw” or the “Company”), Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, announced that it will spend $2.4 billion in 2026 to expand and renovate its store network, enhance its supply chain capabilities, and create jobs for people all across Canada. At a time when Canadians are struggling …
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21 February
Here’s the Scoop: Baskin-Robbins® Canada and Nestlé® Canada Team Up for a Delicious Canadian Grocery Debut
TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Get your spoons ready. Baskin-Robbins® Canada and Nestlé® Canada Inc. are teaming up to transform the grocery freezer aisle, bringing the beloved scoop shop experience home. Rolling out February 2026, you can grab select Baskin-Robbins’® signature ice creams at your local grocery store, …
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21 February
Level Ground is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Miller as Director of Business Development & Market Expansion.
Ben steps into the role with more than 10 years of experience across business development, marketing, and sales. In this expanded position, he will lead sales, marketing, and all business development initiatives, supporting Level Ground’s continued growth across Canada and strengthening partnerships within the grocery and specialty coffee channels. Since …
