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Sidney, BC — Umami Bomb Shiitake Chili Oil is celebrating some major business milestones this fall: new relationships with Sobeys and Whole Foods Market mean that Umami Bomb is at Thrifty Foods, Safeway, and Whole Foods locations throughout BC. In addition, Umami Bomb launched direct-to-consumer sales in the US and …
November, 2022
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9 November
Calgary Co-op Announces Rebrand: From Co-op to Calgary Co-op
The rebrand comes with a new visual identity and positioning, renewing Calgary Co-op’s commitment to its members: ‘Life’s in Store’ November 9, 2022 – CALGARY – Today, Calgary Co-op announced the company is rebranding from Co-op to Calgary Co-op across all of its lines of business. The locally owned co-operative is …
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9 November
Mondelēz International brings the vegan Cadbury Plant Bar to Canada
Cadbury Plant Bar provides Canadians with a tasty plant-based alternative to much-loved products.Two 90g bars, Chocolatey Smooth and Salted Caramel, are made by substituting almond paste for dairy. TORONTO, Nov. 9, 2022 /CNW/ – Mondelēz International is introducing Canadians to a new chocolatey confection for the those looking for a vegan alternative to …
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7 November
Empire Company Limited impacted by IT systems issue
STELLARTON, NS, Nov. 7, 2022 /CNW/ – Empire Company Limited (“Empire” or “Company”) (TSX: EMP.A) today announced that it has been impacted by an IT systems issue. The Company’s grocery stores remain open to serve customers and are not experiencing significant disruptions at this time. However, some in-store services are functioning intermittently or …
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7 November
Food bank use highest on Prairies as grocery prices skyrocket: USask national poll
SASKATOON – Faced with soaring grocery bills that have grown at their fastest rate since August 1981 to far outpace the overall inflation rate, more Prairie residents are turning to food banks and community fridges to feed themselves than citizens of any other region in Canada. The finding is among …
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7 November
Move Over Butter Boards, Tre Stelle Just Launched a New Cream Cheese
Made with only four ingredients, Tre Stelle’s Cream Cheese is a cleaner, better-for-you choice that inspired recipes from Canada’s top foodies – including a viral ‘cream cheese board’ TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2022 /CNW/ – Canada’s most trusted cheese brand, renowned for its quality ingredients has added a cream cheese to …
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7 November
New study reveals the most plant-based cities in Canada
A new study revealed that Canadian city Victoria is the country’s most vegan-friendly city, according to Trip Advisor. The study, conducted by Canadian Meal delivery services comparison platform MealKitsCanada analyzed Trip Advisor data for the 96 most populated Canadian cities and ranked them according to the number of restaurants serving vegan …
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7 November
The famous taste of Rao’s Homemade® is back in Canada!
Rao’s® pasta and pizza sauces are slow-simmered and long remembered, bringing out the vibrant flavors and aromas of true Italian cooking. Rao’s sauces are made with sweet Italian tomatoes and fresh ingredients, like garlic, onion, and basil. Rao’s offers a wide variety of authentic sauces for any occasion. Make Every …
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7 November
Introducing the new TABASCO® Sriracha Sauce and TABASCO® Sweet & Spicy Sauce in an easy-to-use squeeze bottle.
TABASCO® is expanding the category with a unique offering in both format and flavor. Introducing the new TABASCO® Sriracha Sauce and TABASCO® Sweet & Spicy Sauce in an easy-to-use squeeze bottle. TABASCO® Sriracha Sauce is a twist on the classic recipe. A skillful blend of spicy, sweet and savoury flavours …
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7 November
Cascades is pleased to announce that all of its consumer products packaging has been pre-qualified by How2Recycle®
KINGSEY FALLS, QC, Nov. 3, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ – Cascades announces that all of its consumer products packaging manufactured under the Cascades FreshTM, Cascades E-Com Packaging SolutionsTM, Cascades IMGN Retail SolutionsTM and northboxTM brands have been submitted to How2Recycle® for an evaluation of their recyclability potential. How2Recycle is a standardized labelling system started by …