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TORONTO, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ – is excited to announce the launch of NERDS® Gummy Clusters™ Berry in Canada. Launching in tandem with the NERDS annual Big Game commercial, this new flavour delivers a multi-sensorial combination of crunchy and gummy in every bite, perfect for candy lovers. The award-winning candy is now …
February, 2025
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9 February
UMYUM FOOD INC SUCCESSFULLY CLOSES $6MILLION RAISE TO ESTABLISH THEIR CLEAN-LABEL PLANTBASED FOOD PLATFORM
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ – UMYUM Food Inc, the creators of beautifully delicious food experiences that just happen to be plant based, today announced the successful close of their capital raise. The $6M investment will support the brand’s pursuit as a leading innovator in the food space. It will …
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9 February
Sorry Americano, It’s Canadiano Now! Kicking Horse Coffee Rallies Canadian Coffee Shops to Showcase National Pride
Kicking Horse Coffee invites Canadian cafés to rename their Americanos to something a little nicer – Canadianos INVERMERE, BC, Feb. 6, 2025 /CNW/ – As Canadian pride surges nationwide, Kicking Horse Coffee is igniting a movement to redefine how Canadians enjoy their coffee. The Kicking Horse Coffee Café in Invermere, BC has always …
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4 February
Derlea Launches Convenient Diced Onion and Caramelized Onion Products with Targeted Marketing Campaign
Influencer partnerships and strategic outreach aim to drive awareness and sales of time-saving onion products in a retail jar Toronto, ON, February 4 – proudly announces the launch of its newest pantry essentials: Diced Onion and Caramelized Onion. These ready-to-use products are designed to deliver convenience, quality, and efficiency, making meal preparation easier than ever …
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4 February
ISM New Product Showcase Award 2025 selects the best innovations from the world of sweets and snacks
Primus Wafer Paper BV, Confiserie Vandenbulcke and Barth Ltd. convince the expert jury +++ Award-winning products stand for creative snacking ideas with a focus on sustainability +++ ISM New Product Showcase Award as a stepping stone Innovations have always driven the sweets and snacks industry, for instance by combining new …
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4 February
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025 attracts record-breaking participation and provides unrivalled platform for industry growth
The leading trade show for the global fruit and vegetable business returns to Berlin from 5 to 7 February 2025, with over 2,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries and all parts of the fresh produce value chain. Berlin is ready to welcome the world’s most international gathering of fresh …
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4 February
OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions Announces Retirement of Keith Moye and Appointment of David Dougherty as New VWS Vice President
Hamilton, OH – Feb. 3, 2025 – OPW® Vehicle Wash Solutions today announced that David Dougherty, will assume the role of Vice President and General Manager of OPW VWS effective immediately. Dougherty brings 28 years of experience in a variety of leadership positions in the PDQ business, having most recently …
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4 February
Lactalis Canada Named on Forbes’ list of Canada’s Best Employers of 2025
Lactalis Canada is the only dairy company and amongst the Top 10 in the Food & Beverage Category TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader behind iconic brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia and a subsidiary of France-based Lactalis Group, …
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4 February
Convenience Stores Evolve to Become True Food Destinations
Variety of offerings, private label brands and loyalty programs fuel in-store sales growth DENVER (January 29, 2025)—Convenience stores are intensifying their focus on foodservice offerings to drive foot traffic, in-store sales growth and frequency of repeat visits. Strong consumer interest in prepared foods, commissary and beverage options has led convenience …
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4 February
GS1 Canada Announces François Bouchard and Adam Zanatta as Co-Presidents | GS1 Canada annonce la nomination de François Bouchard et d’Adam Zanatta à titre de coprésidents
For Immediate Release : GS1 Canada Announces François Bouchard and Adam Zanatta as Co-Presidents Toronto, ON, Jan, 28, 2025 – GS1 Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of François Bouchard and Adam Zanatta as Co-Presidents, following confirmation by the organization’s Board of Governors. The appointments come after the tragic passing …