News Releases

April, 2020

• 9 April

  Hydrating hand sanitizer made in Canada from Purple Frog

  

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• 9 April

  Mondelēz Canada is Donating over $1M to Community Organizations and Frontline Health Care Workers

  

  Cadbury provides Easter treats for frontline health care workers across UHN Toronto hospitals this Easter weekend Additional resources for Canadian community partners as part of Company’s Global $15 Million Community Relief Efforts, including Food Banks Canada, Moisson Montreal, Second Harvest, The Good Shepherd and Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada …
• 9 April

  Nestlé Canada provides over $2 million in food donations to Food Banks Canada to help families and communities impacted by COVID-19

  

  NORTH YORK, ON, April 9, 2020 /CNW/ – Nestlé Canada cares deeply for the communities in which it lives and operates. As an organization committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future, the company is proud to announce that it will donate over $2 million in …
• 9 April

  CRACKING DOWN ON COVID-19 PROFITEERS

  

  Even if they really haven’t had good reason, many Canadians have felt food insecure lately. Access to food has been a concern. Affordability is certainly a close second. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, consumers have occasionally taken to social media to report inflated prices by retailers. Even though …
• 9 April

  Western Grocer Magazine statement on COVID-19

  

  The Covid 19 Crisis We at Western Grocer magazine know the hard times everyone in the food distribution business is going through right now. Grocers are just having a hard time keeping shelves full as consumers fearful of what might happen next rush to stock up on products. New, stricter …
• 8 April

  Food Safety and Health Professionals Emphasize Importance of Fruit and Vegetable Consumption During COVID-19 Pandemic

  

  April 8, 2020 (Ottawa, ON) – The Canadian fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain continues to provide millions of Canadians with safe and healthy produce. The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA), who represents the produce sector in Canada, is working closely with many Government branches to ensure the continuity of …
• 7 April

  Dietitians’ Tips to Stay Well During COVID-19

  

  April 2020  We hope that you’re all doing as well as possible during these challenging times. As dietitians and leaders in nutrition communications, we’ve designed a number of infographics to help you stay well during COVID-19. Click on these links or the images below to read the full stories. – COVID-19 …
• 7 April

  IDDBA Hosts Weekly COVID-19 Impact Webinars

  

  Madison, WI — In conjunction with the weekly release of its COVID-19 Impact Report, the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) will host weekly webinars that will review the report and offer insights into its findings. The webinars will be conducted by Anne-Marie Roerink, principal and founder of 210 Analytics, and …
• 4 April

  April 9 BCFB Webinar – Leading Cultures Through Fear: Skills Needed in Times of Uncertainty

  

  Leading Cultures Through Fear: Skills Needed in Times of Uncertainty Hosted by BC Food & Beverage 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM on Thursday, April 9th, 2020 Register today: https://my.demio.com/ref/pp8GQ8tJkirQruAy< Cost: FREE Dear BCFB Community, As we continue to navigate through this challenging time, a strong focus on culture, leadership, and honing …
• 4 April

  Tonica Kombucha supports local Ontario charities during COVID-19 Crisis

  

  Supporting Canada in a Time of Crisis  Tonica Kombucha supports local Ontario charities during COVID-19 Crisis April 1, 2020 TORONTO – Tonica Kombucha, Canada’s first kombucha company, announced today that it will be donating monthly to Feed Ontario’s Emergency Response for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis. Zoey Shamai, Tonica’s Owner and …