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· New facility will increase capacity and efficiency for Lactalis Canada’s supply chain network and enhance service to customers · Facility will become largest distribution centre for Lactalis Group globally September 19, 2023 – Toronto, ON – Lactalis Canada Inc. (‘Lactalis Canada’) – the Canadian dairy leader behind iconic brands such as Cracker …
September, 2023
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19 September
Anuga FoodTec 2024: Focus on development & innovation – The industry is getting ready
++ Over 1,600 exhibitors expected in Cologne ++ International relevance on the rise ++ “Responsibility” as the central theme of the event ++Preparations for Anuga FoodTec 2024 are in full swing. From 19 to 22 March 2024, industry experts will gather in Cologne for the most important supplier fair for …
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18 September
The North West Company Inc. Announces Second Quarter Earnings and an Increase in the Quarterly Dividend
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NWC): The North West Company Inc. (the “Company” or “North West”) today reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended July 31, 2023. It also announced that the Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39, an increase of …
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18 September
Rabba Fine Foods Hosts 25th Annual Charity Golf Classic, Garnering Support from Vendors and Partners
Mississauga, Ont., September 13, 2023 – Rabba Fine Foods, the GTA’s beloved neighborhood market, celebrated its 25th annual Rabba Roots Charity Golf Classic on September 11, 2023, at the picturesque Brampton Golf Club. The event witnessed a gathering of vendors and partners from the grocery industry, all joining forces to …
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18 September
Empire Reports Fiscal 2024 First Quarter Results
Empire Company Limited (“Empire” or the “Company”) (TSX: EMP.A) has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended August 5, 2023. For the quarter, the Company recorded net earnings of $261.0 million ($1.03 per share) compared to $187.5 million ($0.71 per share) last year. For the quarter, the Company …
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18 September
Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health™ kickstarts its Giving Shelter fundraising campaign with $1M donation
The Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health™ – the charitable arm of Shoppers Drug Mart® – announced a $1M donation granting Women’s Shelters Canada and Canadian Women’s Foundation each with $500,000 to support a variety of gender-based violence initiatives. This $1M donation kickstarts a month-long fundraising campaign known as Giving Shelter, …
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18 September
Butterball Canada’s 2023 outlook report shares new data on how young Canadians celebrate
Research reveals that over a third of young Canadians aged 20-40 are planning to combine traditional and unique recipes in their Thanksgiving menus TORONTO, ON – September 13, 2023 – Today, Butterball, Canada’s leading turkey brand, released data from its 2023 Thanksgiving outlook report which revealed that although half of …
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18 September
Dot Foods and Dot Transportation Plan for Growth with the Grand Opening of New Ontario Distribution Center
North America’s largest food industry redistributor donates $50,000 to area nonprofits (Ingersoll, Ontario) – Dot Foods Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., the largest food industry redistributor in North America, celebrated the official grand opening of its new distribution center in Ingersoll, Ontario Friday. The $50 CAD million, …
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18 September
The Grocery Industry Evolution: Enhancing Customer Service & Tech Deployment with Frontline Visibility
By Shash Anand With the rapid digital transformation and emergence of omnichannel shopping experiences, customers now expect a seamless blend of online and in-store interactions. To meet these evolving customer expectations, grocery retailers are arming their frontline employees with cutting-edge mobile technology and adopting devices like digital kiosks and signage. …
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18 September
Herbal Products Drive Growth in $91M Canadian Tea Industry, as Consumer Preferences Shift Toward Health and Wellness
Herbal tea company, Traditional Medicinals emerges as Canada’s fastest-growing tea brand, outpacing competitors as category continues to soar Toronto, Canada – September 12, 2023 – The herbal tea market in Canada is undergoing substantial growth, currently valued at $91 million CAD. Projections indicate a further expansion of 3.13% over the …