(April 23, 2024 – Calgary, Alta.) Calgary’s premier destination for food lovers is evolving to bring customers more ways to save this week when the store converts to a Save-On-Foods. On Wednesday, April 24, Urban Fare Mount Royal will close at 6 p.m. and when it reopens again at 8 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, it will be with a new name: Save-On-Foods Mount Royal. Along with a new brand name, the store will offer customers more ways to save with reduced prices across the store, and programs, products and services unique to Save-On-Foods including Darrell’s Deals, $1.49 Day Tuesdays, and 15 ..read more

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April 22, 2024, VANCOUVER, B.C.— Today was Day 1 of Grocery & Specialty Food West 2024 (GSF 2024) and record registration has been set — Highest ever! Day 1 began with the MORNING CONFERENCE at the Vancouver Convention Centre, East Building. Tom Shurrie delivered welcome remarks that set the stage for a panel discussion at 9:15AM by Amanda Lai, McMillanDoolittle; along with U.S. independent grocers Nancy Lebold, New Seasons Market and Lauren Redman, Rudy’s Markets to discuss the future of food innovation — an in-depth discussion about practical approaches to how they differentiated themsel ..read more

Introducing Sprite Chill: The Coldest-est in the Game Sprite is dropping its “coldest-est” yet, just as temperatures heat up heading into summer. Sprite Chill adds a deliciously refreshing twist of cherry-lime to the brand’s signature lemon-lime taste, accentuated by a proprietary blend of cooling agents to deliver a uniquely elevated sensory experience. “Sprite understands that people’s lifestyles and tastes are ever-changing and the introduction of Sprite Chill is just one way that the brand is innovating to keep pace with its consumers and deliver on a unique beverage experience,” said Jac ..read more

Calgary Food & Drug Executives is happy to invite you to our 49th Annual CFDE Golf Classic at D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club! CFDE Members/Trade Guests – $285 Non CFDE Members – $325 For Golf & Dinner Dinner Only – $75 Hole Sponsorships – $150 (includes signage on hole) Prize donations accepted with appreciation Goodie Bag Sponsors: 96 sample products for Goodie Bags For more information please contact: Don Krezanski – dkrezanski@acosta.com 403-616-2553 Allison Fairfield – afairfield@acosta.com 403-909-7170 D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club – Okotoks, Alberta Wednesday June 19, 2024 Register here! Th ..read more

Company announces a sale and distribution agreement with CAB CAN Limited, Inc. MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – April 23, 2024 — Canada Dry Mott’s Inc., doing business as Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (“KDP Canada”), announced today an exclusive long-term agreement with CAB CAN Limited, Inc. for the sale and distribution of Electrolit®, a premium hydration beverage, in Canada. This partnership marks KDP Canada’s entry into the sports hydration and dehydration beverage category, reinforcing its commitment to offer innovative products to Canadian consumers. Crafted with precision and backed by science ..read more

It’s a date for agri-food industry professionals, as the Salon International de l’Alimentation au Canada (SIAL Canada) unveils its programming and announces its return to Palais des congrès de Montréal from May 15 to 17. This year’s edition features 10 thematic forums, presented by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), the SIAL To Go immersive experience, interactive workshops and prestigious competitions such as SIAL Innovation, the Pitch Competition and the all-new Best Canadian Cheesemonger Competition. This 21st edition, which also ..read more

Regina, Saskatchewan, April 22, 2024 – Farm Credit Canada is now accepting applications from registered charities, non-profit organizations and First Nations, Métis and Inuit governments/communities in rural Canada for the FCC AgriSpirit Fund.  The fund supports capital projects that enrich the lives of residents in communities with fewer than 150,000 people. There is a total of $1.5 million in funding available. Projects can receive between $10,000 and $25,000.   Examples of projects include greenhouses, community gardens and other agriculture and food-relat ..read more

The brand’s Garden to Cup tea collection is re-imagined with earth in mind featuring new compostable loose leaf tea packaging MONTREAL, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DAVIDsTEA Inc. (TSXV:DTEA) (“DAVIDsTEA” or the “Company”), a leading tea merchant in North America, is proud to announce the launch of its compostable loose leaf packaging for its Garden to Cup tea collection. Building on its current global offering of 100% recyclable printed tea packaging and plastic-free sachet offering, the Company continues to transition to compostable and regenerative materials. Teal 50 g and 100 g bags a ..read more

Tree of Life Canada ULC Announces Leadership Promotions Tree of Life Canada looks to strategically position for future success through various promotions aimed at improving all aspects of the business. Francesco Mastruzzo has been promoted to Vice President of Brand Development & Marketing. In this role, Francesco will be responsible for our brand pillars Fresh (Deli/Cheese), Specialty, Global, and Natural along with all marketing services team. Henry VandenHoogen has been promoted to the role of Vice President of Sales. In this role, Henry will be responsible for the Canadian Field and ..read more