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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, …
June, 2023
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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 …
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1 June
Aburi Market celebrates first year with special anniversary festival on June 10, 2023
ABURI MARKET TURNS ONEThepremium Japanese grocery concept is celebrating with a special anniversary festival, filled with food demonstrations, tastings, Taiko presentation, and more West Vancouver, BC, May 31, 2023 – ABURI Market (1350 Marine Drive), a premium Japanese Washoku concept, turns one next month and is throwing a special anniversary festival on Saturday, …
May, 2023
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31 May
CHEESE LOVERS UNITE! Galbani Makes Summer Recipes Fresher and More Delicious – with a Hint of Dolce Vita in Every Bite
Entertaining this season just got easier, with the help of Galbani and Canada’s premier Cheese Master, Afrim Pristine. TORONTO, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ – Summer entertaining is upon us, and with that comes an increased pressure to deliver chef level recipes that will impress friends and family all season long. …
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31 May
Blender Bites Launches 1-Step Frappé Functional Frozen Beverages
The First-to-Market Coffee-Based Frozen Beverages Are Packed with Vitamins, Minerals and Functional Ingredients to Get Your Mornings Started Right Vancouver, British Columbia, May 29, 2023 – Blender Bites Ltd., the award-winning Canadian company that produces a line of premium, organic, and plant-based pre-portioned frozen functional foods, today announced its newest …
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30 May
MAY / JUNE 2023
MAY/JUNE 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.3 In this Issue 11 SIAL Canada Sets the Tone 12 Grocery & Specialty Food West 2023 Western Canada’s biggest grocery event welcomes record attendees. 27 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE Shifting Priorities Snacks move towards healthy options as the category ramps up. Price Hike Expected …