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Two delicious flavours made with just four functional ingredients TORONTO, ON (April 12, 2021) – Flourish Pancakes today unveiled the addition of two new plant-based mixes to its growing and delicious product line. The additions come in response to popular demand from customers who have requested a plant-based pancake mix …
June, 2021
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14 June
Coca-Cola Energy discontinuing sales in North America highlights gap in the market for hybrid innovations, says GlobalData
Although energy drinks have witnessed steady year-on-year (YOY) growth in the US recently, Coca-Cola has decided to discontinue its Coca-Cola Energy brand after 17 months in the market, in a bid to sharpen its product portfolio – a move that highlights the gap in the market for hybrid innovations, writes …
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14 June
Look for the Certified Plant Based Seal – Products Carrying the Certified Plant Based Seal now appearing on Retail Shelves Across Canada
MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 4th, 2021 /CNW/ – Plant-Based Foods of Canada (PBFC) announced it is now easier than ever for Canadians to identify plant-based products on retail grocery shelves, as the first products carrying the ‘Certified Plant Based’ seal have hit stores. Plant-Based Foods of Canada (PBFC) partnered with the US-based …
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14 June
Recovering the Momentum of Reusables in Retail: Report
VANCOUVER, BC, June 9, 2021 /CNW/ – New research from the National Zero Waste Council, in collaboration with the University of Toronto’s Dalla Lana School of Public Health, sheds light on the safe use of reusable items in retail settings during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, items …
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14 June
McCain Foods Commitment will Help Limit Global Warming to 1.5°C
Toronto, ON (June 11, 2021) – McCain Foods’ commitment to cut in half greenhouse gas emissions across all of its global operations by the end of the decade has been verified to align with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Consistent with its Global Sustainability Strategy and pledge to …
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14 June
Peter Mattson, Senior EVP for Business Development at Lassonde to retire in March 2022
Lassonde announced earlier this week to its staff and employees that Peter Mattson, Senior Executive Vice President of N.A. for Business Development and Sales assistant to the President, will take a well-deserved retirement on March 31, 2022. Peter will continue in his role until that date and will assist Vince …
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14 June
McCain donates 300,000 meals to Second Harvest
Toronto, ON (June 10, 2021) – McCain Foods Canada is donating 300,000 meals to Second Harvest, the largest food rescue operation in Canada. The announcement is part of the company’s commitment to help build thriving communities where it operates — a key pillar of McCain’s Global Sustainability Strategy. Building a …
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9 June
Introducing Eyelinez: A New Product to Beat Zoom Fatigue, Ace Virtual Learning and Master Video Interviews
The San Jose-based company has a small product with a big goal: to create more meaningful virtual connections. San Jose, Calif. June 2021: Eyelinez founder launches product to improve personal virtual connections and combat Zoom fatigue. Maintaining proper eye contact with a camera is not a new challenge, but it’s …
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9 June
GOOD TO GO Launches Grain-Free Granola Across Canada
Breaking into the Grain-free Granola market, this keto-friendly, gluten-free, organic solution will delight both healthy foodies and breakfast lovers Toronto, ON (June 8th, 2021) — GOOD TO GO, the innovative brand behind one of Canada’s favourite keto-friendly snack bars, are introducing their latest delicious addition, Grain-Free Granola, just in time …
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8 June
Beyond organic: companies’ responsible initiatives in the spotlight at Natexpo 2021
While consumers are keen on buying organic products, nowadays they also expect companies to go a step further and make serious commitments in terms of social responsibility. In response to these expectations which have intensified throughout the Covid crisis, Natexpo has invented a new space purely dedicated to “Eco- Products” …