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Last spring, Barebells launched in Canada with four of its bestselling flavors. Now, the range will expand with two additional flavors: Cookies & Caramel, and Birthday Cake. With 20 grams of protein each, and no added sugar, they are made to be the perfect snacks on the go, delicious post-workout …
January, 2025
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24 January
Hubba Bubba Launches Bold National Bubble Gum Day Campaign Backed by Nearly 80% of Canadians Eager for a Bubble Blowing Emoji
On February 7th, Hubba Bubba invites Canadians to celebrate National Bubble Gum Day in a fun and cheeky way: by joining a bold new digital movement to bring a bubble gum emoji to life! The Hubba Bubba Emoji-Motion Campaign is rallying fans nationwide to sign a petition and help shape …
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24 January
Pioneering smart agriculture takes centre stage at FRUIT LOGISTICA
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025 is set to welcome a record-breaking number of Smart Agri exhibitors, showcasing cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of agriculture. From 5 to 7 February 2025 in Berlin, leading industry players and innovators will gather to demonstrate how digital technologies are transforming the cultivation, quality control …
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22 January
Hellmann’s Canada Rebrands Plant-Based Mayo and Takes it Undercover
As plant-based eating continues to grow in popularity across Canada, Hellmann’s is making this switch even easier for Canadians. The brand has updated its formerly Vegan Mayo label to Plant Based Mayo. The updated label reflects a broader target audience beyond vegans and vegetarians to include flexitarians and those curious …
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22 January
Introducing Before n-HA Whitening Toothpaste Fluoride-Free SuperMint
Consumers are demanding elevated, premium and gut-healthy oral care products, and Before Company is delivering. Launching across Canada and the U.S. on January 21, Before n-HA Whitening Toothpaste Fluoride-Free SuperMint is setting a new standard in oral health with its premium, sustainable formula that supports a healthy oral microbiome. Featuring …
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22 January
Loblaw Food Inflation Report
Statistics Canada will release its December Consumer Price Index (CPI) report tomorrow, January 21, including an update on food prices. While food inflation has returned to more typical levels, grocery prices are still rising faster than overall inflation—a trend we expect to continue. Several other key factors are keeping grocery …
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22 January
LEE KUM KEE CELEBRATES ASIAN CUISINE AND CULTURE IN GLOBAL “FLAVORS THAT BIND” CAMPAIGN
Beloved brand unveils new global brand positioning at Lunar New Year, highlighting the universal power of togetherness, tradition, and shared culinary experiences HONG KONG, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Iconic Asian culinary brand Lee Kum Kee today introduced its new brand positioning – “Enabling Superior Experiences through Asian Cuisine” – and launched its first global brand …
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22 January
Poor Visual Merchandising Costs US Retail $10B per Month
One Door and GlobalData Calculate the Cost of Poor Visual Merchandising in New 2025 Report Poor Visual Merchandising Costs US Retail $10B per Month ● US retailers lost $125 billion in sales over the past 12 months due to poor visual merchandising. ● Over the past 12 months, almost half …
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21 January
Walmart Canada names Venessa Yates as new president and chief executive
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Walmart Canada says Venessa Yates will be the company’s next president and chief executive. The retailer says Yates has worked with Walmart since 2016 and was most recently senior vice-president and general manager of Walmart+, the company’s membership program. Yates will replace Gonzalo Gebara, who will leave …
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21 January
2025 Grocery Tech Predictions: Hyper-Personalization, Sustainability, and AI
As 2025 begins, Canadian grocers face mounting pressure to deliver more personalized, efficient and eco-conscious experiences. This year, technology will be the critical enabler for meeting these demands. From AI-driven logistics that streamline home deliveries to sustainability-focused inventory systems, the grocery sector is transforming. Let’s explore the trends driving this …