Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
MAY/JUNE 2018 • VOLUME 104, NO.3 In this Issue Serving Western Canadians for 100 Years 9 Portugal & Back Olive oils in the Alentejo region 10 Grocery Industry Gathers at Western Canada’s Premier Conference & Trade Show 13 Beyond Fresh A Saleable Selection Strategy 17 Healthy, but still snacking Cookies …
May, 2018
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22 May
Save-On-Foods opening second store in Regina
(May 24, 2018 – Regina, Saskatchewan) Save-On-Foods is inviting members of the media to a sneak preview and ribbon cutting event at its brand new location in Regina’s Acre 21 shopping centre ahead of the store’s official opening on Friday, May 25, 2018 and public grand opening celebrations. Save-On-Foods Regina …
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22 May
June 2018 marks National Italian Heritage Month in Canada
The celebration’s exclusive food sponsor, Aurora Importing & Distributing — which is one of Canada’s largest importers of quality, authentic Italian fine food products — is marking the occasion by showcasing how its imported brands of authentic, quality ingredients can add flavor and great taste to your favourite family meals …
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22 May
THE 2018 EDITION OF SIAL CANADA AND SET CANADA IN MONTREAL
For its 15th edition, Canada’s SIAL international food show celebrates upcoming food revolutions with local and international flavours! The 15th edition of the international food & beverage tradeshow (SIAL Canada) and the equipment and technology section (SET Canada), which took place from May 2nd to 4th at Montreal’s Palais des Congrès, concluded a historic …
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22 May
Loblaw works with Eagle Eye to power the PC Optimum program, one of the largest digital loyalty programs in Canada
New PC Optimum loyalty program uses the Eagle Eye AIR platform to deliver personalized, valuable and convenient rewards to millions of Canadians TORONTO, Feb. 27, 2018 /CNW/ – Eagle Eye, a leading SaaS technology company that allows businesses to create a real-time connection with their customers, has announced that its Eagle Eye AIR digital …
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22 May
Northern unveils new store in Shamattawa, MB
Northern expands product and service offerings in newly constructed store Winnipeg, MB, May 18th, 2018 – Northern Shamattawa plans to celebrate the opening of its new store with a celebration on Friday, May 18th, 2018. The community is invited to join the Northern team for a ribbon cutting ceremony at …
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17 May
New this summer, Maille’s limited edition Vineyard Selection Mustards hit stores coast-to-coast
La Maison Maille’s Limited Edition Vineyard Selection Mustards Set to Add Refinement to Condiment Shelves in Gourmet Grocers from Coast to Coast Toronto, May 15, 2018 — Mustard connoisseurs, home chefs, and wine enthusiasts alike will scramble to get their hands on La Maison Maille’s NEW, limited edition Vineyard Selection mustards that combine …
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15 May
Iconic Schneiders brand deepens its commitment to authentic food craftsmanship
Irresistible flavours crafted without compromise Mississauga, ON (May 14, 2018) – The iconic Schneiders brand is undergoing comprehensive changes to reinforce its market leading position for craftsmanship. Drawing heavily on the principles on which the iconic brand was founded in 1890, Schneiders is leveraging “old world” methods like traditional hardwood smoking …
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12 May
Save-On-Foods Campbell River opens in-store wine department
(May 11, 2018 – Campbell River, B.C.) Customers in Campbell River now have the convenience of picking up a high-quality, locally-made bottle of wine to complement their meal while shopping for groceries at Save-On-Foods.< The opening of the Campbell River location is the 2nd Save-On-Foods location on the island and …
