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PayPal Canada survey reveals 59 per cent of Canadians have boosted their online shopping habits compared to before the pandemic. TORONTO, June 23, 2021 – Even as Canadians emerge from lockdown, the shift to online shopping is dominating consumer trends. A new survey from PayPal Canada shows Canadians have overall increased …
June, 2021
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25 June
CAESAR SQUEEZERS is changing the Caesar Game
Since launching in Vancouver in 2016, Caesar Squeezers has been on a mission to help Canadians make their beloved cocktail, simply. Add Caesar Squeezers to your Clam Cocktail and Spirit of choice to make the best Caesar you have ever had. A perfect blend of worcestershire, citrus, spices, horseradish and …
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25 June
2021 CIGBA/DCI Star Awards Honour Past, Present and Future Legacies
[Burlington, ON] On June 23rd, 2021 the annual CIGBA/DCI Star Awards were presented virtually to the independent grocery industry. With attendance from members, retailers, partners, distributors, media, and VIP, this year celebrated DCI’s 40th year in business. This year the 40th Anniversary Mix and Mingle and Star Awards Gala were …
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25 June
Hefty® Introduces ECOSAVE™ Tableware – Backed by ‘100% Satisfaction Guarantee’!
Not all disposable tableware is created equal. Hefty ECOSAVE™ delivers compelling benefits that include strength and durability, being soak resistant and microwavable. In addition, its compostable and recyclable feature make ECOSAVE™ ideal for ease and convenience at time of celebrations and gatherings, as well as for everyday usage with family. …
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22 June
Big things are coming to AFPA!
Access premium industry specific training on demand, connect with our online safety community, download free training templates and plant signage, and shop our members only products and services. Made for Industry by Industry at www.afpaondemand.com. Stay tuned for more information and visit www.afpa.com when the site goes live in September.
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22 June
PARTAKE BREWING ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF LIMITED-EDITION FAVOURITE: PEACH GOSE
The Category Leading Non-Alcoholic Beer Brings Back the Highly Sought-After Seasonal Peach Beer as an Online Exclusive WHO: Award-winning,non-alcoholic craft beer brand, Partake Brewing, has launched the limited-edition release seasonal variety, Peach Gose, just in time for summer. WHAT: Peach Gose is crisp and refreshing with a hint of tartness. Brewed with various malts, coriander, sea salt, and natural peach flavouring it …
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22 June
What Lies Ahead For On-Line Grocery in Canada?
As the country emerges from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, every industry is facing questions.Questions like: what is the new normal – and what does the future hold?Nowhere are these questions more relevant than in digital grocery. The IBM Retail Index reports that the shift from brick-and-mortar retail to …
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22 June
Appointment of Claire Bara as President of A. Lassonde Inc.
Lassonde announces the appointment of Claire Bara as President of its Canadian subsidiary,namely A. Lassonde Inc. Ms. Bara previously held the position of Executive Vice President and General Manager, Marketing, Trade and Product Development at A. Lassonde Inc. In her new role, Ms. Bara will lead the commercial activities of …
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22 June
WILD ROSE BREWERY PARTNERS WITH JOSH MORRISSEY TO LAUNCH SEASONAL BREW IN SUPPORT OF MENTAL HEALTH
Revenues from Alberta beer sales will go to Glass Half Full Foundation Wild Rose Brewery Ltd. (“Wild Rose”) is excited to announce a new partnership with Winnipeg Jets defenceman and Calgary native, Josh Morrissey, aimed at raising awareness and promoting positivity around mental health. To kick off the initiative, Wild …
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22 June
A delicious lineup of plant-based dips and spreads from Earth’s Own? That’s plant-tastic!
Click here to Download PDF Fact Sheet With its latest collection, Earth’s Own is venturing into food by creating plant-based versions of everyone’s favourite kitchen staples – making it easier, and more delicious than ever, to make the switch to a plant-based diet. This innovative lineup includes a smooth and …