News Releases

October, 2020

• 28 October

  Dave Powell of Powell Group of Companies to Receive Life Member Designation from CFIG

  

  TORONTO — October 20, 2020… Ron Welke, Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG), Thomas Shurrie, President and CEO, and the CFIG Board of Directors are pleased to announce Dave Powell of Powell Group of Companies, Bay Roberts, N.L., as the 2020 recipient of CFIG’s prestigious Life Member …
• 28 October

  Take a Break From Corny!

  

  Que Pasa launches a new line of organic Grain Free Tortilla chips Richmond, B.C. (September 8th, 2020) – Tired of corny? Looking for a fresh new, tasty alternative? You’re in luck! Que Pasa – the B.C. based tortilla chip brand – is proud to introduce its new line of Grain …
• 27 October

  Premiumization evident in global savory snacks market, set to reach $183.8bn by 2023, says GlobalData

  

  The global savory snacks market is expected to rise in value from $156.3bn in 2020 to $183.8bn by 2023, following similar growth patterns to pre-COVID-19. The same cannot be said for global volumes, which will see growth potential slow significantly over the coming years as a result of difficult economic …
• 25 October

  Great Little Box Company/ Ideon Packaging Recognized at National Packaging Design Competition

  

  RICHMOND, B.C., October 22, 2020 — Great Little Box Company/ Ideon Packaging (GLBC) recently took home three Excellence Awards at the Paperboard Packaging Council’s (PPC) 77th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. The packaging designs recognized in PPC’s competition represent some of the best folding cartons and rigid boxes manufactured over the …
• 22 October

  Very Good Butchers to Expand Across Canada

  

  The Very Good Food Company Announces Distribution Partnership with North America’s Leading Wholesale Distributor and Expanded Points of Retail Vancouver, British Columbia, October 22, 2020 – The Very Good Food Company Inc. (CSE: VERY) (OTCQB: VRYYF) (FSE : OSI) (“VGFC” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce a new wholesale distribution partner in Canada and an …
• 21 October

  25 Years of Sustainability: Raincoast Trading Products now MSC Certified

  

  DELTA, B.C.- All Raincoast Trading (Raincoast) canned salmon and tuna products are now MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) certified and eco-labelled, solidifying the company’s position as a sustainability leader in the retail packaged seafood category and allowing consumers to make an informed and responsible choice when shopping. “The Raincoast brand was …
• 21 October

  THE NGA SHOW ANNOUNCES NEW DATES FOR IN-PERSON EVENT IN MAY

  

  CLARION EVENTS & NATIONAL GROCERS ASSOCIATION RELEASE NEW DATES FOR ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW, AND ADDITIONAL NGA SHOW EVENTS THROUGHOUT 2021   Trumbull, CT, October 21, 2020 – The National Grocers Association and Clarion Events Food & Beverage Group have announced today new dates for the annual conference and trade …
• 21 October

  Bio-K Plus International is expanding its portfolio of probiotic products and is launching a new line of functional beverages infused with probiotics

  

  The Bio-K+ Essential line is aimed at the modern consumer looking to support their active and healthy lifestyle. Laval, Quebec, October 21, 2020 – Bio-K Plus International Inc. (Bio-K Plus), pioneer in the probiotic sector and leader in the biotech industry, is pleased to announce the launch of its new line of functional beverages, Essential. Focused on offering premium quality probiotics that make a real …
• 20 October

  Retail Council of Canada 2020 Canadian Grand Prix “Call for Submissions”

  

  CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards recognizes the best in new products in the Canadian market in the consumer-packaged goods  and private brand sectors. With the objectives of encouraging manufacturers to develop and market innovative and trending food industry distribution products and to provide Canadians with exceptional value and quality. (For …
• 16 October

  Arctic Chiller Now Providing Custom Hand Sanitizer

  

  Take your customer service to the next level with custom label hand sanitizer. Arctic Chiller now has hand sanitizer in a range of sizes available to order! Both gel and liquid hand sanitizers are available with complete custom label options to represent your brand. Health Canada Approved – NPN Liquid: …