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October, 2024
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21 October
ALUS receives grant from Coca-Cola to support watershed health in communities across Canada
The new funding from The Coca-Cola Company will help Canadian farmers and ranchers in the ALUS network restore the land, air, and water around their farms TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ALUS, a charitable organization supporting nature-based solutions in local communities, has announced a $162,500 grant from The …
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21 October
Making Conscious and Sustainable Choices
Fairtrade-certified products continue to gain popularity among Canadian consumers By Maria Corina Vasquez Even against the backdrop of the continuous spike in food costs, consumer choices today are being guided both by the sustainable food movement, despite the often higher price tag, and by social awareness of the origins …
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21 October
Loblaw Companies Limited Announces the Timing of the Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Release
BRAMPTON, ON, October 17, 2024- Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2024 results on November 13, 2024, at approximately 6:30 a.m. (ET). The release will be followed by a conference call at 10:00 a.m. (ET), as well as an audio webcast. To …
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19 October
Community Natural Foods Helps Shoppers Unlock Wellness with Official Launch of New Membership Program + App
CALGARY – October 17, 2024 – Community Natural Foods is proud to announce the launch of its new membership program delivered through a new interactive app, designed to enhance consumers’ shopping experience and promote healthy choices. This innovative app offers a variety of features, including the ability to earn Community …
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19 October
Chapman’s Wins Best Caramel Ice Cream Award in a Tough International Competition
Markdale, ON – In a stiff competition, Chapman’s Salty Caramel Crunch ice cream came first at the International Ice Cream Consortium (IICC) conference. This year’s conference of industry leaders was held in Florence, Italy and hosted 108 delegates from 13 countries. In this much anticipated international ice cream blind tasting …
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15 October
Mars Spooktacular Trends Report Unwraps Halloween Fun as 78% of Canadians Get Ready to Celebrate
Mars Wrigley Canada appoints ‘Minister of Trick or Treat’ for Halloween season BOLTON, ON, Oct. 15, 2024 /CNW/ – As the pumpkins get carved and costumes come to life, Mars is gearing up to make Halloween 2024 a frightfully fun celebration, with M&M’S® topping the charts as the most popular treat this season. With …
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15 October
Summer Fresh® Launches New Hummus and Dips: Scorching Dill Pickle Hummus, Honey Jalapeño Hummus, and Spicy Black Bean Dip
Discover a flavour Adventure! Elevate your meals with Summer Fresh®—where every dip or hummus is a delightfully delicious experience! TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2024 /CNW/ – Summer Fresh®, a leader in fresh and delicious dips, is turning up the heat just in time to keep you warm this Fall with the launch of their …
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15 October
Quaker Canada Collaborates on a Breakfast Bar Makeover in Délı̨ne, NWT, the Birthplace of Hockey
Bringing the theme of “You’ve Got This” to the birthplace of hockey, the Quaker Breakfast Bar renovation will provide nutritious, delicious options to support local community both on and off the ice. Toronto, Canada – October 7, 2024 – Quaker Canada ventured to what is known as the birthplace of hockey, …
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11 October
Fruit Attraction presents the Innovation Hub Awards
Madrid, 10 October 2024 – A total of nine fruit and vegetable products and services participated in the Innovation Hub Awards, defending their candidacy today, the last day of Fruit Attraction 2024. A jury, made up of Ana Díaz Pérez, Sub-directorate General for Food Quality and Sustainability of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food; Alejandro …
