News Releases

September, 2024

• 10 September

  Tim Berman Receives Life Member Designation from CFIG

  

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• 10 September

  Giancarlo Trimarchi of Vince’s Market Receives Life Member Designation from CFIG

  

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• 10 September

  Convenience Stores Across Ontario Can Now Sell Beer, Wine, Cider and Ready-to-Drink Beverages

  

  TORONTO — Starting today, all licensed convenience stores in Ontario can sell beer, cider, wine and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages, marking the largest expansion of consumer choice and convenience in provincial alcohol sales since the end of prohibition almost 100 years ago. As of September 5, 4,187 convenience stores across Ontario are licensed …
• 9 September

  SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2024

  

  SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.5 In this Issue 28 AI-Powered Grocery Stores Are on The Rise: Understanding the Impact 33 Sumptuous and Specific Foods for an Italian Christmas Lina’s Italian Markets make it happen. 36 Tough Work, Good Will People-focused Farmers’ Fresh Mushrooms celebrates 25 years of excellence. 43 …
• 9 September

  The Iconic Munchies Make Their Magical Return to Canada 20 Years Later

  

  Over 20 years later, the nostalgic Munchies are back to remind Canadians of simpler times. MISSISAUGA, September 9, 2024 – Today, the iconic Munchies return! The Canadian brand marks the occasion with the return of its three instantly recognizable Munchies – Red, Yellow and Orange.  The beloved trio are back to …
• 9 September

  Bel Group Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Jo-Annie Tétreault as Senior Manager, Sustainability.

  

  Jo-Annie brings a wealth of experience to her role, having worked in creative and strategic agencies across various complex and transformative sectors. She worked as an account lead for organizations such as Hydro-Québec and the Quebec Tourism Alliance. Resourceful, unifying and visionary, Jo-Anne was until recently the lead for sustainable …
• 9 September

  The Future of Functional Snacks Has Arrived: Meet Protein Candy

  

  Canada’s Protein Candy™ Launches the World’s First “Super Candy”  14g of protein in one delicious bag of candy  Toronto, ON (Sept. 9, 2024)  – Today Protein Candy™ officially launches across North America to introduce the world’s first “super candy.”  With 14g of protein, 4g of sugar, 6g of prebiotic fibre, and only 140 …
• 4 September

  Introducing Imperial Snacking – The Perfect Savoury Crunch with a Zesty Twist

  

  Elevate your snacking experience with a savoury sensation that is versatile, light, and satisfying. Imperial Snacking has curated a delightful array of flavours inspired by Canada’s timeless favourites. Whether you’re relaxing at home, hosting a game night, or embarking on a weekend adventure, this popcorn’s airy texture and crunch adds the perfect …
• 4 September

  Conagra Brands to Release Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Earnings on October 2, 2024

  

  CHICAGO, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) will release its fiscal 2025 first quarter results on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. A press release and supplemental materials, including pre-recorded remarks, will be issued that morning prior to a 30-minute live question-and-answer session with the investment community at 9:30 a.m. ET. The …
• 4 September

  Change to the Board of Directors of Colabor Group Inc.

  

  SAINT-BRUNO-DE-MONTARVILLE, Quebec, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Colabor Group Inc. (TSX: GCL) (“Colabor” or the “Company”) announces that Mr. Jean Gattuso has tendered his resignation today as director of the Company, effective as of September 3, 2024. In light of the recent announcement of the appointment of Jean Gattuso as Chair …