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Nourish Food Marketing’s Annual Trend Report Highlights the Key Consumer Shifts Shaping 2025 and Beyond. TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2024 /CNW/ – Nourish Food Marketing, a full-service marketing agency specializing in food, beverage, and agricultural clients, is excited to release its 9th annual Trend Report for 2025. This year’s report reveals nine key …
November, 2024
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20 November
Canada’s Illegal Tobacco Industry Eclipses Legal Sales: New Report
OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Organized crime, trafficking in drugs, guns and tobacco, are cashing in on Canada’s growing contraband tobacco market, raking in almost $1.3 billion – shuttering law-abiding retailers in the process. A new study conducted by EY Canada, commissioned by the Convenience Industry Council of Canada (CICC) finds …
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19 November
DESIGNER TIFFANY PRATT ENCOURAGES CANADIANS TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH LIMITED EDITION POP-TARTS® FROSTED MARSHMALLOW HOT COCOA FLAVOUR PASTRIES AND RICE KRISPIES SQUARES® HOLIDAY BARS WITH SPRINKLES
Mississauga, ON, Nov. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This holiday season, Pop-Tarts® and Rice Krispies Squares® are teaming up with iconic Canadian designer Tiffany Pratt to transform every holiday light experience into a cozy, family-bonding moment with new limited-edition snacks. From touring iconic light displays to enjoying the glow of …
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19 November
Food Barometer reveals Canadians expect industry-wide transition to sustainable food
Survey indicates 50 per cent of consumers associate sustainable food with improved health but price misconceptions remain top obstacle MONTREAL, Nov. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today Sodexo Canada released the results of its second Sustainable Food Barometer. The latest research reveals the majority of consumers are already on this …
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19 November
The North West Company Inc. Announces Renewal of its Normal Course Issuer Bid
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Nov. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NWC): The North West Company Inc. (the “Company” or “North West”) announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) has accepted notice of the Company’s intention to make a normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”) for a portion of its common voting shares and …
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18 November
Meaningful Steps
Animal Welfare a Key Part of Sustainability By Clara Hoita Animal welfare is becoming a critical part of supply chain traceability as more consumers want to know how the animals behind their food are raised and treated. Many Canadian grocers are demonstrating meaningful steps, sourcing more humane products, but consumers …
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17 November
Skillfully crafted wines, without the alcohol
Presenting St. Regis Selection, a line of premium dealcoholized wines for discerning palates. The Pinot Noir boasts rich tannins and a dry, lasting finish, standing out in the NA wine category. The light, fruity Sauvignon Blanc delights with refreshing peach nuances, balanced by subtle citrus undertones. These newcomers combine ease and …
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16 November
Fairtrade Canada Wins Inaugural Sustainability Award from the Coffee Association of Canada
Recognition Highlights Commitment to Sustainability and Fairness in the Coffee Supply Chain Ottawa, Canada — Fairtrade Canada has been awarded the first-ever Sustainability Award by the Coffee Association of Canada at their annual conference, recognizing the organization’s commitment to promoting sustainable practices throughout the coffee industry. The CAC’s …
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16 November
7-Eleven Still in Play
Just a short two months ago, Couche-Tarde attempted to acquire 7-Eleven, the largest convenience store operator in the world with more stores than any other retailer– more than 84,000 across 19 countries. Couche-Tard operates across 31 countries, with more than 16,800 stores. This offer was rebuffed because it was too …
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13 November
Loblaw Reports Adjusted Diluted Net Earnings Per Common Share(²) growth of 10.6% in the Third Quarter
BRAMPTON, ONTARIO November 13, 2024 Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L) (“Loblaw” or the “Company”) announced today its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended October 5, 2024(¹). Loblaw delivered another quarter of consistent operational and financial performance as it continued to provide value to Canadians across its retail network, …