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Fast-growing Haven Greens gets Costco stamp of approval
Fast-growing Haven Greens gets Costco stamp of approval
When Jay Willmot learned that as much as 97 per cent of Canada’s leafy greens was imported, it birthed a notion that ended up creating a brand-new lettuce producer. Haven Greens now produces approximately 12,000 pounds of lettuce daily.
DoorDash gives leg up to Black-owned restaurateurs
When Frances Dadin-Alli, owner of Franyz Kitchen Nigerian Cuisine in Calgary, heard about DoorDash’s (DASH-Q) Black food entrepreneurs grants program, she thought to herself, why not apply?
Non-profit grocery stores coming to Toronto
Toronto council has approved a pilot project that would see the city operate its own grocery stores. The stores would operate like private grocery stores but unlike traditional supermarkets, shoppers would be able to purchase essentials at much lower prices.
Skip adds Loblaw to growing grocery network
Skip has partnered with Loblaw Companies to add the grocery giant’s stores to its retail network. Canadians can now order from 13 participating Loblaw banners like No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore and Maxi via Skip.
‘Foodertainment’ complex opening soon at Ontario mall
Nations Fresh Foods will open a 60,000 square-foot location in a former Bay outlet that's been empty since it closed in 2025. The supermarket will take the main floor, while a 60,000-square-foot entertainment centre will occupy the upper level.
FreshCo to open first stores in Atlantic Canada
FreshCo, Empire Company’s discount chain, is launching in Atlantic Canada with three stores set to open. The first two locations are in Lower Sackville and at the Bedford Place Mall. In the fall, a third store will open in Dartmouth.
Linda Mantia appointed to Saputo board
Montreal-based dairy products giant Saputo welcomed Linda Mantia to its board as an independent director. Mantia was previously COO of Manulife Financial, where she served between 2016 to 2019. She also currently serves on the board of Maple Leaf Foods.
North West Company 4Q net earnings increase
Food retailer The North West Company, which includes Giant Tiger, announced fourth quarter results that include increased sales to $675.5 million despite a “challenging operating environment,” according to CEO Dan McConnell.
Made-in-Ontario Nutella’s viral moment
A jar of Nutella floated in antigravity, on the same day astronauts travelled the furthest in space during their mission around the moon. “One small jar for the spaceship. One giant leap for breakfast,” the company said on Facebook.
Astronaut takes Goldys to space
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen selected Goldys Strawberry Lavender Superseed cereal as his breakfast for the Artemis II mission. Goldys products underwent extensive evaluation for shelf life, microbiological safety, nutritional value and performance in microgravity.
Colabor moves forward after CCAA restructuring
Distributor and wholesaler of food products for hotels and restaurants, Colabor, has entered into three agreements to purchase its assets after its restructuring under CCAA, which was commenced in January.
Montreal FCNQ warehouse expanding with $26M renovation
Nunavik’s Co-op store is more than doubling its warehouse space in Montreal. The federation offers essential services like stocking the shelves of Co-op grocery stores across Nunavik. Most items it delivers in the North are stored in the Montreal warehouse.
10 years of K-Cup pod recycling in B.C.
Keurig Dr. Pepper Canada is marking 10 years since B.C. became the first province in Canada to accept K-Cup pods in its residential recycling program. To mark this milestone, the company is launching a new consumer education campaign.
Canada’s seal harvest begins
Demand for Canadian seals is growing globally and at home in Canada. Considered a Canadian ‘superfood,’ seal meat is high in protein, iron and vitamins and has been proven to increase energy, strengthen muscles, boost immune systems and repair tissues.
Canada renews wild Pacific salmon population strategy
The fisheries ministry announced $412.9 million over five years to renew the Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative that will enable protection and recovery of wild Pacific salmon stocks. Funding reached nearly $1.1 billion over 10 years.
Burger King enters next phase of turnaround plan
When Burger King executives talk with strangers, the most common reaction they hear is not encouraging. “So many people would say, ‘I used to love Burger King,’” Tom Curtis, U.S. Canada brand president, said to the Globe and Mail.
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