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Plant-based Carrot Sticks and Tomato Basil Slices Available Today! Calgary, AB – 4/8/2019 – Baby Gourmet, Canada’s leading organic baby food, snack, and beverage brand announced its new Finger Food innovations are now available in baby food aisles across the country and online. Baby Gourmet’s 100% Organic Carrot Sticks and Tomato Basil Slices are locally produced and packed with …
April, 2019
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5 April
Mondelēz International Welcomes Martin Parent as President of Canada Business Unit
TORONTO, Canada – APRIL 4, 2018 – Mondelēz International has named Martin Parent, as the President of Mondelez Canada, responsible for the oversight of the company’s new Canada Business Unit (BU) effective March 26, 2019. In his new position, he will lead one of Mondelēz International’s biggest markets and the …
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3 April
The plant-based movement is hitting the mainstream, with Earth’s Own leading the push
Plant-based beverage company, Earth’s Own, unveils new branding as it aims to be a “catalyst for change” and inspire the nation to adopt a plant-based lifestyle April 2, 2019 (Burnaby, BC) – Pioneering plant-based beverage company, Earth’s Own, re-emerged today onto the market with a new design, simplified product line and a rallying …
March, 2019
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31 March
New public opinion research on hot button issues around food
Artificial intelligence tool maps Canadians’ conversations about food online GUELPH, ON, March 28, 2019 /CNW/ – A new study provides further understanding into the tides of public opinion around Canadian food, how it’s grown, and the relationship consumers want with farmers and those that process their food. Public Opinion: a …
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31 March
MorningStar Farms Veggie Burgers, the #1 Veggie Burger in the USA[1], are Coming to Canada
MISSISSAUGA, ON (March 27, 2019) – Get ready to veg out Canada! A new food star is officially launching across the country and giving plant-based protein enthusiasts a reason to celebrate. MorningStar Farms Veggie Burgers, the #1 Veggie Burger in the USA1, will be available in Canada this April – just in …
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31 March
District Ventures Capital Takes a Bite Out of New Refrigerated Healthy Snack Bar Category
Toronto, ON (March 26, 2019) – District Ventures Capital is pleased to announce it has closed an equity investment with OHi Food Co., producers of the popular refrigerated OHi Superfood Bar. Created after founder Dawn Anderson realized the snack bars that she had been living on were filled with additives …
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25 March
March / April 2019
MARCH/APRIL 2019 • VOLUME 105, NO.2 In this Issue 14 Gather Together at Industry’s Key Western Conference & Exhibition Marquee event celebrates 30th anniversary with new opportunities and more local companies. 23 Beyond the Barbecue Culinary creativity and inspiring cross-merchandising are the keys to selling to today’s outdoor cooking enthusiasts. …
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24 March
HALO TOP INTRODUCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED SEASONAL FLAVOUR – BLUEBERRY CRUMBLE – JUST IN TIME FOR SPRING
This incredible fan favourite flavour makes its debut in Canada this March TORONTO, ON (March 18, 2019) – Halo Top Creamery announces a new seasonal flavour, Blueberry Crumble, available nationwide beginning in March. Loaded with pieces of flaky pie crust and mouth-watering blueberry swirls, this limited-edition flavour brings a new level of …
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22 March
FSC Welcomes Food Policy in Federal Budget
OTTAWA – March 20, 2019 – Food Secure Canada is pleased to see $134.4 million over 5 years in the federal budget released today for the Food Policy for Canada. “Our members have fought for this policy for over 10 years and we are pleased to see a commitment in the …
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16 March
What’s in Store 2019: Discovery
3/14/2019 The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) have searched though many articles and interviewed varied industry professionals to gather the most influential trends thus far. A few examples from What’s in Store 2019: In-store experience beyond traditional grocery shopping, i.e. sampling, education, mobile/smartphone integration, individualization, and more. Omnichannel: e-commerce is …