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Important milestone reached with first FoodX-equipped facility in European market VANCOUVER, BC, May 4, 2021 /CNW/ – Freshlocal Solutions Inc. (TSX: LOCL) (“Freshlocal” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Food-X Technologies Inc. (“FoodX”), a leading end-to-end software solution for profitable online grocery fulfillment, has reached …
May, 2021
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10 May
McDougall Energy Recognized as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 10th Consecutive Year
Sault Ste. Marie based McDougall Energy maintains Platinum Member status May 5, 2021 (Sault Ste. Marie, ON) – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is honoured to be recognized for the 10th consecutive year as a winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. This achievement maintains the company’s Platinum Club designation, having …
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10 May
NEW SnackConscious Bites | Functional & Made in Canada
SnackConscious Bites. These functional, high-protein & fibre, low-sugar snacks are available at major Canadian grocery stores in 3 nostalgic flavours: Peanut Butter & Jam, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Brownie. With snacking on the rise, it’s important to think critically about the effects of ingredients in our food. SnackConscious …
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10 May
Action on Fairtrade: Longo’s Becomes First Retailer in North America to Offer Exclusively Fairtrade Bananas
TORONTO, May 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Longo’s Brothers Fruit Market (“Longo’s”) has become the first grocery retailer in North America to commit to offering only Fairtrade bananas in their 36 stores and through delivery on Grocery Gateway. This is made possible through a partnership with the Canadian company, Equifruit. The …
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10 May
Cargill Launches Digital Resources Content Hub for C-Store Operators
The pandemic has changed how consumers shop and convenience stores have had to shift operations to accommodate the changes. Commuter traffic has been down as many people are working remotely and consumers are shopping their c-store a little differently, purchasing different items at different times. Consumers are looking to c-stores …
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7 May
Lou’s Kitchen Creates a New Destination at the Grocery Store with “Halfway Homemade”
New Bistro line restaurant quality meals made in minutes at home Stoney Creek, Ontario – May 6, 2021 – Lou’s Kitchen has introduced a new Bistro line that allows busy parents and young cooks to prepare high quality meals in minutes – just heat, eat and chill. The new Bistro …
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6 May
New Look, Same Tropical Flavours: Neale’s Sweet N’ Nice Ice Cream updates brand and packaging as they prepare to launch new flavours
Updated branding shines spotlight on original founder and Caribbean-inspired ingredients TORONTO, May 6, 2021 – Following a steady year of growth and increased consumer demand across Canada, Neale’s Sweet N’ Nice Ice Cream has officially unveiled its new brand design and packaging while highlighting the company’s family legacy and original …
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6 May
Nathalie Langlois new Account Manager for iLevel Management Inc. Quebec + Ottawa
We at iLevel Management Inc. are excited to let you know that Nathalie Langlois has joined us as our new Account Manager for Quebec + Ottawa.Accumulating nearly 20 years of experience in the food industry Nathalie is a welcome addition to our team. She comes to us with very well-rounded …
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6 May
Great Little Box Company / Ideon Packaging Named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2021
VANCOUVER, B.C., May 5, 2021 — Great Little Box Company Ltd/ Ideon Packaging (GLBC) announced today that it has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation for the 17th consecutive year. The 2021 Best Managed program award winners are amongst …
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6 May
Fresh Direct Produce Group of Companies Requalifies for Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Status
Vancouver, BC – May 5th, 2021 – Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. (“Fresh Direct”), and its partner companies Mike & Mike’s Organics, Islands West Manufacturers, and Emperor Specialty Foods are honoured to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies over the past decade. This prestigious national award is sponsored by CIBC, …