Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
Montreal, QC, 1 April 2026 – Equifruit, North America’s leading Fairtrade-certified banana importer and certified B Corp, is delighted to announce that Owain Hoefle has joined the company as Sales Manager, Western North America. Based in British Columbia, Hoefle will be responsible for developing key retail relationships across Canada and …
April, 2026
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5 April
MODEX 2026: Cimcorp to Showcase Dreamfield Solution for Seamless Grocery Distribution
The modular automation solution supports scalable, high-performance fresh food networks ALPHARETTA, Ga. – March 26, 2026 – , a pioneer in robotic handling solutions, will showcase Dreamfield, its end-to-end automation solution for grocery distribution, at MODEX 2026, scheduled for April 13–16 in Atlanta, Georgia. At Hall B, Booth B12506, the …
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1 April
Another year of uncertainty for food and beverage manufacturers, FCC reports
Regina, Saskatchewan, April 1, 2026 – Canada’s food and beverage manufacturers are expected to see modest sales growth in 2026, but weak demand continues to challenge the sector, according to the latest . FCC Economics forecasts food and beverage manufacturing sales will increase 0.8 per cent in 2026, driven by higher prices, while sales …
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1 April
BERTOLLI® Reaffirms Its Leadership as Canada’s Most Trusted Olive Oil Brand, Celebrating 160 Years of Mediterranean Heritage with Newest Innovation
The heritage brand continues to deliver quality, transparency and a distinctly Mediterranean lifestyle to Canadian kitchens, inspiring everyday meals with simple, natural ingredients. TORONTO, April 1, 2026 /CNW/ – Bertolli®, recognized as Canada’s most trusted brand in Olive Oil by BRANDSPARK®, is reaffirming its leadership in the category, building on 160 years …
March, 2026
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31 March
Keurig Dr Pepper Canada Granted by the Canadian Red Cross with 2025 Partners in Humanity Award
Award recognizes a three-year partnership that exceeded its $500,000 commitment by 46%, generating more than $732,000 in support Montréal, Québec – March 31, 2026 — Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (KDP Canada) is proud to have been selected by the Canadian Red Cross as the recipient of the 2025 Partners in Humanity Award. …
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31 March
Prime Roots Announces Canadian Debut and Distribution Deal with Dot Foods
Bringing the first fungi/mycelium-based protein products to the Canadian market, redefining deli meats with allergen-free, minimally processed options. TORONTO – Prime Roots is bringing innovation to the deli with its revolutionary mycelium-based deli meats that are made in Canada. Prime Roots is now available nationwide through Dot Foods Canada, a …
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29 March
Smart Sip coconut-oil based powdered creamer
Smart Sip Cream Co. is taking Canada by storm with its innovative shelf-stable powdered creamer. Smart Sip is a coconut-oil based powdered creamer with chicory root fibre in it. It is sugar-free, gluten-free and in ever 25 calorie tablespoon serving you are getting 3g of fibre. Customers love its convenient …
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29 March
Frank H. Sobey Awards for Excellence in Business Studies Announces 2026 Winners
Eight Recipients to Each Receive $45,000 STELLARTON, NS, Feb. 12, 2026 /CNW/ – The Board of Trustees of the Frank H. Sobey Awards for Excellence in Business Studies proudly announces the eight 2026 award winners–celebrating a remarkable group of students whose achievements and aspirations exemplify the spirt of this awards program. The 2026 …
