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Ottawa, ON, June 7, 2023 – The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) has recently published a study on the economic contribution of Canada’s natural health product sector in response to new labelling requirements that will come into force in the next two years. The report highlights significant impacts on industry, including …
June, 2023
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7 June
International Dairy Deli Bakery Association IDDBA 2023 Show Sensational Success
Anaheim, CA — The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) flag ship event, IDDBA 2023 officially came to a close today at Noon PT. “There are so many positive ways to describe the last three days”, said Whitney Atkins, IDDBA’s Vice President of Marketing. Atkins added, “We are in Anaheim, …
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7 June
I-D Foods Celebrates 75 Years
I-D Foods is celebrating its 75th_Anniversary, a legacy status very few organizations achieve. In fact, I-D Foods has grown to become Canada’s biggest family-owned importer/distributor of specialty grocery items. The company is proud to successfully, and passionately, represent many food Suppliers, distribute their products, be a valued added organization to …
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5 June
Chapman’s and Bear Paws: A Canadian Partnership Made to be Shared
Chapman’s and Bear Paws: A Canadian Partnership Made to be Shared June 5nd, 2023 – Two beloved and iconic Canadian brands are teaming up in a delicious partnership this summer for the chance for one lucky Canadian to win big for their home and community. Both companies hope to inspire …
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5 June
Tighter conditions could push Canadian economy into a recession by end of year, new report finds
Economic forecasts suggest a mild and brief recession is a strong possibility in 2023, with the downturn hitting the economy unevenly.The Bank of Canada could cut interest rates in 2023 to weather any recession signals.Lending and investment in Canada will continue to be restricted due to rougher economic terrain. TORONTO, …
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5 June
PepsiCo Canada Will Achieve 100 per cent Renewable Electricity Target in 2023 from Canadian Sources
The Transition Supports the Company’s pep+ Sustainability Agenda and Clean Energy Goals MISSISSAUGA, ON – June 1, 2023 – Every megawatt-hour of electricity used to make some of Canadians’ favourite snacks and beverages – from Lay’s, Doritos and Miss Vickie’s to bubly, Gatorade and Pepsi – will soon be matched …
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5 June
Eco Guardian partners with iLevel Management
Canada, June 2023 – Eco Guardian is pleased to announce their brand partnership with iLevel Management Inc. iLevel Management will be acting as broker for Eco Guardian branded tableware products to Natural Health Food stores, Mass Retail, and Drug Stores across Canada. Eco Guardian (www.ecoguardian.com) Eco Guardian is dedicated to …
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5 June
Interac announces Jeremy Wilmot as CEO
TORONTO, June 5, 2023 /CNW/ – Interac Corp. today announced that Jeremy Wilmot has been appointed as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Board, effective August 1, 2023. Mr. Wilmot succeeds Mark O’Connell, who will support the transition in an advisory capacity until his …
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5 June
Emissions labelling on food and 0% tax on fruit and veg are vital to stem climate change, finds new report
Report highlights policy tools to shift Europeans towards more climate-friendly diets The EU-funded Smart Protein project has today published a briefing document outlining the measures that the EU needs to adopt in order to shift more Europeans to a plant-based diet. The measures include putting labels on food products to show how …
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1 June
Retail Council of Canada Unveils 2022 WINNERS of the 30th Annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards
Best new products of 2022 and grocery industry trailblazers celebrated. TORONTO, June 1, 2023: Retail Council of Canada (RCC) proudly announces the winners of the 30th Annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards, who were honored at last night’s star-studded Gala attended by industry luminaries. A total of 51 esteemed …