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B.C. industry groups partnering on new training program
B.C. industry groups partnering on new training program
BC Food & Beverage, the University of British Columbia and Cultivated Food Labs are partnering with Protein Industries Canada to offer a new specialized training course aimed at boosting the skills of food industry workers.
Nestlé to sell half of waters business in $3.4B deal
Nestlé has sold half its waters business to Platinum Equity in a US$3.4 billion deal that creates a new premium beverage business called Peranel that includes more than 30 brands including S.Pellegrino, Perrier and Nestlé Pure Life.
Are food hubs the answer to grocery competition problem?
The government’s food security strategy, which acknowledges that 75 per cent of Canada’s grocery sales are made by just five chains, is trying to empower farmers and cut consolidation by pledging $1-billion to establish 40 local food hubs.
7-Eleven names new CEO
Seven & i Holdings has hired former beverage industry executive Mauricio Leyva as CEO of 7-Eleven Inc., the convenience retailer’s business in North America. Leyva was with Keurig Dr Pepper, and has held senior leadership roles with Anheuser-Busch and SABMiller.
How alcohol producers are coping with Trump tariffs
Even before the latest threats from the Trump administration, Canadian alcohol producers have been buffeted by disruptions. But the proposed 50-per-cent sanction on alcohol and related products will effectively close any opportunities of selling to American consumers.
Mushroom farmers concerned about U.S. tariffs
Some Canadian mushroom farmers are raising concerns over how the latest tariffs on the product could impact their sales on both sides of the border. Mushrooms Canada said Canadian mushrooms make up roughly 20 per cent of the American market.
Moosehead faces potential blow with 50% beer tariff
Moosehead Breweries CEO says looming U.S. tariffs on Canadian alcohol have the potential to hurt sales. About 10 per cent of Moosehead beer is shipped south and it will be a “challenge” to convince Americans to buy N.B. beer.
TO restaurants saw increase in diners during World Cup
Restaurants in Toronto saw an increase in dining during the World Cup, according to new data. OpenTable is reporting that on average people dined more on days when World Cup matches were being played in the city, compared to 2025.
Bakery owner ‘panicked’ after Google said it was closing
The owner of a restaurant and bakery in Millbank in southern Ontario is doing everything she can to let people know the business is open after a rumour — started by Google’s AI overview — spread that it would be closing.
New outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
U.S. officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora that included 72 people. The FDA has not yet identified which products are linked to the illnesses. Officials also have not said where the cases are located.
Fairlife resumes production after cyberattack
Coca-Cola on Monday said its dairy company, Fairlife, resumed most of the production at four U.S. facilities, where operations were halted after unauthorized third-party access. Coca-Cola said product quality and safety had not been affected by the incident.
Mars to shutter U.S. headquarters, cut over 300 jobs
Mars plans to shut down its longtime corporate hub as it shifts administrative functions to its new campus in Chicago. It will shutter its headquarters in Newark by the end of October, NJ.com reported. The move would affect 307 jobs.
McCormick unveils new structure after Unilever merger
McCormick unveiled the operating model for the company after its planned US$45 billion combination with Unilever’s Foods business. The deal, announced in March, is a bet that demand for flavour-rich, healthier food can counter a maturing U.S. market.
Trial begins challenging river pollution from industrial dairy
A trial began in the U.S.-based Center for Food Safety’s lawsuit against Wood Farms that is accused of polluting waterways that flow into the St. Lawrence River. It alleges Wood Farms has discharged pollutants over 1,000 times since 2018.
Replenish Nutrients closes $7.5M investment from SRC
Replenish Nutrients has closed the $7.5 million equity investment portion of its previously announced $15 million strategic investment from SRC Agrominerals. SRC has taken an interest in Replenish and proceeds will be used to fund Beiseker Pelletization Expansion.
Pennsylvania plant closure ‘concerning’ for Ont. beef sector
The closure of a Pennsylvania beef processing plant could significantly impact Ontario producers, with about 2,300 of the province’s live cattle being processed there weekly. The plant in Souderton, which is owned by Brazilian conglomerate JBS, will close Aug. 14.
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NEXT Food Expo
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The International Centre -
Grocery Innovations Canada 2026
Oct 27 2026
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Toronto Congress Centre North Building -
Arrell Food Summit 2026
Nov 06 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
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