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Two-thirds of Companies Increasing Wages This Year to Attract and Retain Workers TORONTO, Aug. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Concerns about an economic slowdown and possible recession have not eased the labour shortages facing companies across Canada, which are still engaged in fierce competition for workers, according to a new …
August, 2022
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29 August
T&T WELCOMES THE MOON FESTIVAL WITH LARGE ASSORTMENT OF MOONCAKES
TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2022 /CNW/ – Many people are familiar with Chinese New Year being the most important celebration in the Chinese community – but did you know that the Moon Festival (otherwise known as the Mid-Autumn Festival) ranks a very close second? On this day, the Chinese believe that …
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29 August
SodaStream Launches the Next Generation of Sparkling Water Makers in Canada
TORONTO, Aug. 29, 2022 /CNW/ – SodaStream Canada announces today the launch of the next generation sparkling water makers. The Art, Duo, and Terra elevate the experience of making sparking water at home, and combine beautiful design with high-tech functionalities. “We’re thrilled to bring Canadians a range of new innovations …
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29 August
A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN: PHILLY NOW EXCLUSIVE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD AT TIM HORTONS, MAKING MORNINGS HEAVENLY
Did you struggle getting out of bed this AM? Or skip breakfast to get more sleep? If you did, you’re like the 63 per cent of people that have been hitting snooze since the pandemic, prioritizing sleep over the most important meal of the day. Mornings can be tough, but …
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26 August
Herbaland launches the first low-sugar gummy snacks with benefits in the market
The gummy company releases six delicious new flavors – with added nutrition from an organic mushroom blend to Apple Cider Vinegar Herbaland, the first vitamin gummy brand to go compostable, launches innovative, low-sugar snack gummies with benefits. The Vancouver-based and earthy-friendly company adds six new flavors to their snack line, …
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24 August
Nestlé Canada Releases its Latest Snapshot of its Purpose in Action
Nestlé Canada is pleased to issue its 2021/2022 Creating Shared Value (CSV) Snapshot, which highlights the company’s efforts to continuously progress in making positive social impacts and important sustainable change. The Snapshot includes progress on how the company is bringing its Purpose to life – unlocking the power of food …
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23 August
Mary’s Gone Crackers Expands their Iconic Gluten Free Product Mix with New Plant-Based Cheese Flavored Crackers: Mary’s Gone Cheezee
Reno, Nev. (August 23, 2022) – Mary’s Gone Crackers – the leading organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO cracker brand – continues to expand its product line with a new item that is unbelievably cheezee and unexpectedly vegan. Mary’s Gone Cheezee Plant-Based Crackers deliver the creamy, mild cheddar appeal of your favorite cheese without going anywhere near …
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23 August
BEN’S ORIGINAL™ Launches Two Programs to Support Underserved Communities in Canada
“Be an After-School Hero” initiative to address food insecurity and Seat at the Table™ Fund scholarship to help BIPOC students pursue careers in food BOLTON, ON, Aug. 23, 2022 /CNW/ – Today, Ben’s Original™ brand announced two initiatives to support communities across Canada taking further action to create opportunities that …
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22 August
Empire Company Limited Celebrates the Launch Of Scene+ in Atlantic Canada Stores, and Prepares to Launch Next in Western Canada
Customers at Atlantic Canada Sobeys, Foodland, Voilà by Sobeys, Needs and Lawtons Drugs stores are now earning Scene+ points when shopping and, until September 21, have a chance to win free groceries for a year1 Scene+ will roll out at Empire’s other banners by region across the country this year …
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22 August
WorkSafeBC amends rules on the refusal of unsafe work so workers can make more informed decisions
Employers are now required to inform workers about a previous work refusal before reassigning the work Richmond, B.C. (Aug. 22, 2022) — Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) are coming into effect on Aug. 22, 2022 that will strengthen worker protections on the right to refuse unsafe …