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“Pack More Than Lunches” campaign helps families prepare for the school year while supporting youth mental health and wellbeing August 12, 2026 – Toronto, ON – Lactalis Canada’s iÖGO nanö and Cheestrings brands are joining forces in support of Kids Help Phone through “Pack More Than Lunches” – an annual philanthropic …
August, 2026
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12 August
BeRegular® Prebiotic Fibre & Probiotic Blend by KidStar Nutrients®
Gut health is a concern for all ages. Tummy troubles like constipation, bloating, excess gas, diarrhea, and conditions like IBS are common. Most Canadians are not getting enough dietary fibre to support a healthy gut, which plays a key role in mood, digestion, regularity, immune and hormone health, sleep and …
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11 August
From House-Crafted Starter to Everyday Slice: Little Northern Bakehouse Launches New Gluten-free Sourdough Line
Crafted with an in-house gluten-free starter and sprouted ancient grains, the new Little Northern Bakehouse Classic and Multigrain Sourdough Wide Slice Loaves deliver real sourdough flavor—without compromise ABBOTSFORD, BC, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Little Northern Bakehouse, a leader in gluten-free and plant-based breads, is expanding its lineup with two new Sourdough Wide Slice …
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11 August
One Month to Tee Off: Secure Your Spot at the 51st CFDE Golf Classic
The Calgary Food & Drug Executives’ 51st Annual CFDE Golf Classic is now just one month away. Taking place on September 10, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM, the annual event returns to D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club in Okotoks, Alberta. The CFDE Golf Classic is a premier opportunity for …
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10 August
Buy-Low officially transitions to Save-On-Foods in Clearwater
The grocery-shopping experience in Clearwater is now decidedly more green with Buy-Low officially transitioning to Save-On-Foods. Store manager Richard Stroh says “Opening day is here. Getting to this moment has been a team effort, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome customers.” The store has undergone a makeover and …
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10 August
Saputo Announces Election of Directors
MONTRÉAL, Aug. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saputo Inc. (TSX: SAP) (Saputo or the Company) announces that the nominees listed in the management information circular dated June 4, 2026, were elected as directors of Saputo at the annual meeting of shareholders held on August 7, 2026. Each of the following 11 …
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10 August
London Drugs Cuts Positions
London Drugs plans to cut about 80 positions, roughly one per cent of its workforce, as part of its retail leadership restructuring. Nick Curalli, president and chief operating officer of the Richmond-based retail chain, said the company plans to reduce positions from its retail operations team. “With careful consideration of both …
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10 August
London Drugs Launches Certified Blue Tech Services
RICHMOND, BC – August 4, 2026 – London Drugs is introducing Certified Blue Tech Services™, a new brand that makes it easier for customers to identify trusted technology repair and support services at participating London Drugs locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. For more than eight years, London …
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10 August
The Giant Tiger in The Pas Closes
The discount retailer closed its location in the northern Manitoba community on July 31. Signage from the building has already been removed, the doors locked and the shelves left bare. It’s the latest in a long line of closures from the Ottawa-based grocery and clothing store chain, which has announced …
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10 August
Armstrong Cheese Truck Rolls Across Canada with a Cheese-First Summer Tour
Following a successful kick-off in Toronto, the Armstrong Cheese Truck is now making its way across Canada, bringing a bold, cheese-first experience to some of the country’s busiest summer destinations. From the Maritimes to Vancouver, the truck is popping up in eight cities where Canadians gather all summer long, turning …