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48% of consumers think purchasing via social media is a quick and easy way to keep up with trends, yet 74% worry about data security when doing so Mississauga, CANADA – January 28, 2025 – Social commerce is transforming the retail landscape as Canadian consumers increasingly seek streamlined shopping experiences. …
January, 2025
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29 January
ISM 2025: The leading trade fair of a globally booming industry – innovations, impulses and inspiration for sweets and snacks
High participation from abroad +++ ISM and ProSweets Cologne united to form biggest industry get-together worldwide +++ Global growth sector sweets and snacks +++ Expert Stage as knowledge hub for industry-relevant themes like sustainability, trends and innovations +++ Inspiring insights by industry experts like the trend researcher, Hanni Rützler Whether …
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29 January
What’s On The Mind of The Canadian Grocery Shopper?
Western Canada is home to more than 30% of Canada’s population and in many ways is quite distinct compared to Eastern Canada. Within Western Canada the Prairies (AB, SK, MB) can be quite different compared to British Columbia with different demographics, economic influences, retailer dynamics and more. This past Friday, …
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27 January
Barebells Launches Two New Protein Bars in Canada: Birthday Cake and Cookies & Caramel
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 …
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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 …