News Releases

October, 2022

• 28 October

  2022 CANADIAN INDEPENDENT GROCERS OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED

  

  TORONTO – On Wednesday, October 26 at the Independent Grocer of the Year awards, industry gathered to celebrate outstanding Canadian grocers. Established in 1962, the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG) awards program recognizes the success of outstanding independent retailers. Independent grocers from across Canada compete for the title awarded …
• 26 October

  Happy Planet Shakes Up Product Line-Up

  

  BC-based brand unveils new strategic direction and refreshed product offerings, with a focus on healthier and more sustainable drinkable snacks. BURNABY, BC, Oct. 6, 2022 /CNW/ – Happy Planet has announced a reimagined brand direction to better suit Canadians’ changing tastes and preferences. The brand, which first introduced its classic smoothies in Vancouver in …
• 26 October

  GIC 2022 — DAY ONE WRAP UP + TOP TEN IN GROCERY AWARDS AND MERCHANDISING EXCELLENCE AWARDS!

  

  Day One at GIC 2022 was a resounding success!  Please see attached, 2  press releases — one for the Day One Wrap up and the Top Ten in Grocery Awards results in addition to a separate release containing the winners of the coveted Merchandising Excellence Awards.  Please note that the …
• 25 October

  2022 MASTER MERCHANDISER AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED

  

  TORONTO – Tuesday, October 25, 2022… Awards for the best merchandising displays in Canadian grocery were presented at The Merchandising Excellence Awards on Tuesday, Oct. 25. Winners from the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers’ (CFIG) Master Merchandiser Awards Program honours and recognizes best point-of-sale merchandising in the grocery industry. It …
• 24 October

  Another Successful SIAL Paris!

  

  As publisher and editor of Western Grocer magazine, I attended SIAL Paris this past week and was incredibly impressed with the extent and variety of exhibitions and information presented. For over 50 years, SIAL Paris has been welcoming a melting pot of industry players to the French capital to share …
• 24 October

  Alvarez & Marsal Report Studies Impact of Sustainability on Grocers

  

  New Alvarez & Marsal Sustainability in Grocery Report Finds “Responsible Retail” More Profitable and Effective Becoming more sustainable is a new consumer-driven imperative Millennial and Gen Z consumers are pushing for sustainability at the grocery store Measuring the gap between consumer perception of grocers’ sustainability and reality New York, NY—September …
• 24 October

  HEALTHY ON-THE-GO SNACKING MADE EASY WITH SUMMER FRESH®

  

  The time has finally arrived. Our social media famous chip flavoured hummus known for its richness in flavour is coming your way in a convenient, brand NEW on-the-go packaging TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2022 /CNW/ – We at Summer Fresh® have worked to develop the perfect way for you to snack …
• 24 October

  Ardent Mills Launches Third CSR Report, Shares Milestone Progress on Nutrition and Sustainability

  

  Ardent Mills, the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, today unveiled its progress against the company’s ambitious CSR goals, formed in direct alignment with the United Nations’ sustainable development pillars of Sustainability, People and Nutrition. Highlights include:  Enrolling 250,913 acres in regenerative agriculture initiatives intended to ensure productive and profitable farmland by improving soil health and conserving water, representing steady progress …
• 24 October

  Bel Canada Group pursues its strategy for sustainable innovation and diversification

  

  With the launch of Babybel® Plant-Based and the acquisition of MOM Group,Bel Canada Group expands its plant-based offer MONTREAL, Oct. 19, 2022 / – Bel Canada Group pursues its strategy for sustainable innovation and diversifies its offering with plant-based products to complement its existing dairy options. With this strategic approach, …
• 24 October

  Protein alternatives likely to witness more demand, says GlobalData

  

  Growing consumer awareness about cruelty-free products, venture capital (VC) investor interest, new business models, and novel source availability are driving the protein alternatives market globally. As these alternatives come close to conventional protein sources in terms of price, taste, and texture, we are likely to witness more demand in the …