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Slim Orange Passion FruitSunRype – Launches New National Tropical FlavourWith sugar and calorie reduction remaining top of mind for consumers today, SunRype makes it easier to enjoy lower calorie beverages with its Slim products. With only 1g of sugar, 10 calories per 250mL serving, and no aspartame, Slim is the …
January, 2023
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28 January
What’s new from Lassonde?
Oasis HydraFruitPeachy innovationPopular with consumers seeking better refreshments for a healthier lifestyle, Oasis HydraFruit is expanding its lineup of fruit juice and water beverages with a new Peach flavour, in supermarkets everywhere. Absolutely no added sugar or artificial sweeteners! Allen’s CranberryA new Canadian classicCanada’s iconic juice brand of 80+ years, …
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23 January
New carbon-captured bar soap hits retail shelves at Calgary Co-op stores this month
The Cal & Gary’s “Friendly Soap for Friendly People” is made from carbon captured at the retailer’s head office on Macleod Trail Starting January 16, 2022, Calgarians can find a unique bar soap at their local Calgary Co-op. The retailer’s private brand, Cal & Gary’s, will offer a carbon captured …
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23 January
Canadians come clean on product hoarding
We’ve all heard about, or maybe even been affected by product shortages since the start of COVID. We asked 1,106 of our Canadian agents to come clean about whether or not they stocked up on in-demand products since the start of the pandemic. You can see their answers in the …
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23 January
SOTI Research Finds Canadian Retailers Must Master Hybrid Shopping Experiences to Meet Consumer Expectations
Global research finds Canadian consumers will look at shipping and delivery tracking, multiple return touchpoints and sustainable shopping options before making a final purchase Mississauga, CANADA – January 11, 2023 – The retail sector is officially taking on the hybrid business model. The way consumers shop has radically changed once …
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23 January
Mikra to Enter Mainstream Health Food Market with Functional Nutrition Bar Line
Research & development phase is complete; production will begin in spring 2023 TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lifeist Wellness Inc. (“Lifeist” or the “Company”) (TSXV: LFST) (FRANKFURT: M5B) (OTCMKTS: NXTTF), a health-tech company that leverages advancements in science and technology to build breakthrough companies that transform human wellness, …
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23 January
Grocer code of conduct could help reduce loss of trust in the sector
Grocers need to be more accountable to themselves and the public By Sylvain Charlebois A grocer code of conduct is coming to Canada. The United Kingdom and Australia, where grocer oligopolies exist, have a similar code already. This is great news for consumers; in fact, it should be considered a …
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23 January
A Cheesy Celebration with Summer Fresh®
Let’s get cheesy with Summer Fresh®! Whether you are waiting for the BIG GAME or just excited to see Rihanna perform at the halftime show, it’s time to celebrate and enjoy with family and friends. Here at Summer Fresh®, we work hard to deliver the best products with the finest …
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23 January
World’s Biggest Brands Could Stand to Lose Billions from Poor Management of ESG Perceptions
·First of its kind study places value on brands’ reputation for sustainability · Amazon tops the table with a sustainability perceptions value of $19.9bn · Tesla is seen as one of the most sustainable brands, with sustainability driving 26.9% of value for the EV manufacturerRead the full report here – …
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23 January
Flow Beverage Corp. Launches Vitamin-Infused Water in Canada
22 retailers representing over 800 locations have confirmed purchase orders for Flow Vitamin-Infused Water TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW; OTCQX:FLWBF) (“Flow” or the “Company”) today announced that it has launched Flow Vitamin-Infused Water in Canada. To date, 22 retailers representing over 800 locations have authorized listing or taken delivery of Flow …