Past Issues

January/February 2016 Issue

JANUARY/FEBRUARY ISSUE • VOLUME 101, NO.6 In this Issue 13 On The Run Healthier alternatives open the door to breakfast throughout the day. 19 Express Yourself Card vendors can help retailers create the right variety of greetings for their customers. 25 On Paper, Looking Good After a volatile five years, …

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November/December 2015 Issue

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER ISSUE • VOLUME 101, NO.5 In this Issue 10 More Innovations, More Insights, and More Interaction Grocery Innovations Canada post show review  27 Digestible Profits Gluten free brings in customers.  31 Innovation in Product Packaging Manufacturers and suppliers are thinking outside the box to meet – and start – …

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September/October 2015 Issue

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015 • VOLUME 101 , NO.4 In this Issue 23 ’Tis the Season for Merchandising How to have your retail environment exude that festive flair. 33 Arriba! Arriba! Mexican food undergoes category expansion. 37 Some Like it Hot Hot beverage category gathers steam. 45 Notable Nutrition Health-high with spreads. …

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July/August 2015 Issue

JULY/AUGUST 2015 • VOLUME 101, NO.3 In this Issue 15 Lunch  Box Logistics How retailers can help parents make back  to school a mutual win-win. 25 The Consumer’s Call for Fair & Clean Delivering organic & fair trade produce to meet customer demands. 27 The  Whole  World  in Your Hands …

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May/June 2015 Issue

MAY/JUNE 2015 • VOLUME 101, NO.2 In this Issue 14 Grocery & Specialty Food West 2015 Western Canada’s premier grocery-focused show took place in Vancouver April 13-14. 19 Upscale Indulgence Premium, imported cookies and crackers are flying off the shelves. 23 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards Finalists Announced 27 Keeping …

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March/April 2015 Issue

MARCH/APRIL 2015 • VOLUME 101 , NO.1 In this Issue 14 Meet the Indies! Despite consolidation, Western Independent Grocers continue to thrive. 21 Beverages of Choice Keeping up with ever-changing consumer demands for cold drinks. 27 Canadians Look to Plant Waters for Healthier Hydration Options 33 Making the Right Choice As sustainable seafood makes …

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