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PRODUCT DETAILS | CLIF® KID ZBAR Imagination needs fuel! Sized for little hands and made with delicious, wholesome organic ingredients, CLIF Kid Zbar is crafted with active kids in mind—whether they’re on the field or in the backyard. Claims/Facts: Organic, soft-baked energy snack bar, with organic oats from Canada Delivers great …
July, 2023
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17 July
Wallace & Carey Files for Creditor Protection
Wallace & Carey Inc. has filed for creditor protection, citing challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, labour shortages and the decline in tobacco sales. The Calgary-based family-owned distribution company counts among its 7,000 customers convenience stores across Canada, including 7-Eleven and Greenergy. It has a fleet of 120 leased trucks …
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17 July
COBS Bread celebrates 20 years of baking and community action in Canada
Company releases 20 years of insights in a step-by-step guide to help businesses set up food donation programs and keep food out of landfill VANCOUVER, July 6, 2023 – It’s a moment 20 years in the baking! 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of COBS Bread in Canada, and to commemorate this …
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17 July
FCC incentivizes sustainability in Canadian dairy sector
Regina, Saskatchewan, July 11, 2023 – Canada’s dairy farmers will be able to move closer toward their net-zero goals, thanks to a collaboration with Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) and Lactanet that incentivizes producers to make their operations more sustainable. Canadian dairy producers who are FCC customers …
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17 July
Stay Wyld Organics raising capital on FrontFundr to fuel growth and expansion
TORONTO, July 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stay Wyld Organics, a fast-growing retail mushroom brand based in Pemberton, BC, has launched on FrontFundr, a leading investment platform. The funds raised will be used to drive the company’s growth and accomplish critical milestones as it continues to revolutionize the health and …
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17 July
TETRA PAK EARNS FAST COMPANY AWARD
Tetra Pak named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators Denton, Texas (July 11, 2023) – Tetra Pak, a pioneer and world-leading food processing and packaging solutions company, has earned a ranking of #87 on Fast Company’s fifth annual list of Best Workplaces for Innovators. This achievement honors organizations and businesses that demonstrate an inspiring …
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13 July
Cheetos® launches bold mac & cheese for daring Canadians who ketchup & mac
The Cheetos brand is on a mission to end the ketchup on mac & cheese debate with NEW Cheetos® Mac ‘n Cheese Cheesy Ketchup flavour pasta with sauce MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadians love mac & cheese and ketchup… but together? This is a long-standing debate. …
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11 July
Freybe 1844 Collection
Showcasing over 175 years of tradition and expertise, Freybe is proud to introduce our specialty collection of 1844 salamis. These premium inclusion salamis are a true testament to our love of connecting people through the love of great food. Crafted with unique ingredients the 1844 lineup of products boasts exactly …
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11 July
Made in Canada
With increased food costs, consumers’ commitment to buying Canadian is down. By Carly Peters It’s clear that Canadians are shopping differently with current cost pressures. And while many consumers view Canadian-made foods to be safer, higher quality, and more sustainable, when they have less money to spend, they aren’t necessarily …
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10 July
Operations Begin at Dot Foods’ New Distribution Center in Ontario
Ingersoll’s newest employer already expanding frozen warehouse due to strong forecasted growth (Ingersoll, Ontario) – Dot Foods Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., the largest food industry redistributor in North America, began moving into its new distribution center (DC) in Ingersoll, Ontario this month. The new $50 CAD …