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A Manitoba judge has struck all claims made in a proposed class-action lawsuit that accused the North’s biggest grocery chain of keeping federal subsidy money that was supposed to be passed to consumers. The judgment from former Manitoba Court of King’s Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal was handed down last …
October, 2026
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27 October
Second Harvest Thanks Community for Overwhelming Support Following Theft of Catalytic Converters and Damage to Food Rescue Trucks
TORONTO, October 26, 2026 – Businesses, foundations, community organizations and individuals have rallied behind Second Harvest following the theft of catalytic converters from seven of its food rescue trucks and damage to their exhaust systems over the Thanksgiving long weekend. Their generosity has helped the organization recover from the incident …
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27 October
Talent Reveal #2: Meet Our Next Canadian Music Star! October 26 Announcement
THE EXCITEMENT CONTINUES: CHANTAL KREVIAZUK ANNOUNCED AS SECOND PERFORMER FOR MAKE HAPPY TUMMIES™ GALA Event: Make Happy Tummies™ Gala Date: January 30, 2027 Talent announced: Chantal Kreviazuk, the second of four incredible acts. Purpose: Raising support for student nutrition programs across Canada Tickets: makehappytummiesgala.ca The Grocery Foundation is delighted to …
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27 October
Swander Pace Capital Announces Sale of Fine Choice Foods (SUMM! Brand) to Power Sustainable Lios
Richmond, BC (October 22, 2026) – Swander Pace Capital (“SPC”), a private equity firm focused on investing in consumer staples across the food & beverage and health & wellness categories, today announced the sale of Fine Choice Foods (“Fine Choice” or “the Company”), a developer, manufacturer and distributor of fresh …
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27 October
New on Shelf: raincoast crisps’ Limited-Edition Holiday Flavour
Baked in small batches in BC with real fruit, nuts, and seeds, raincoast crisps are known for their premium cracker crisps that elevate both everyday snacking and special occasions. New for the holiday season, the limited-edition Festive Spices, Fruit & Citrus variety combines dried fruit, bright citrus, and warm seasonal …
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21 October
Canada’s 2026 HungerCount finds millions of people in Canada face impossible trade-offs
As monthly food bank visits soar to a record 2.35 million, too many are being forced to choose between food and other basic needs TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2026 /CNW/ — Food Banks Canada is calling for long-needed economic security reforms, warning that millions of people in Canada are now facing …
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20 October
Great Little Box Company Wins Innovation of the Year & 4 Packaging Achievement Awards at Paperboard Packaging Competition
Paperboard Packaging Competition RICHMOND, B.C., October 2, 2026 — Great Little Box Company has won Innovation of the Year at the Paperboard Packaging Council’s (PPC) 83rd annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition along with 4 Excellence in Packaging Awards. The packaging designs recognized in PPC’s competition represent some of …
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20 October
Mars treats Canadians to the Halloween connection we’re craving, helping everyone be a Good NeighBAR
Mars Canada’s Spooktacular Report finds 1 in 5 don’t know any of their neighbours well, but simplified prep and a shared bowl of candy can bring communities back together for what matters most TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2026 /CNW/ — Halloween is one of the most magical times of the year, …
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20 October
It’s opening day: Save-On-Foods Oliver welcomes the community
(October 15, 2026 – Oliver, B.C.) Save-On-Foods is thrilled to officially join the Oliver community. The new 26,400-square-foot store offers fresh food, household essentials, and convenient meal options, giving customers a place to discover fresh ingredients, stock up on favourites, and enjoy exceptional service from BC’s Most Loved Brand. Throughout …
