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Government of Canada invests $162.6 million to strengthen Canadian Food Inspection Agency
The Government of Canada is investing $162.6 million in the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) over the next five years and $40 million per year on an ongoing basis to maintain the integrity of Canada’s food safety system, protect the…
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One federal authority for one food system – the latest ‘Food in Canada’ column by Kathleen Sullivan
“Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, Canada’s entire food system has experienced a series of shocks,” states Kathleen Sullivan, CEO of Food and Beverage Canada in her latest policy column in Food in Canada Magazine. “These include the almost…
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Unique Sobeys R-Purpose MICRO partnership to accelerate growth, bolster sustainability for 15 Ontario suppliers
A total of 15 Ontario-based Sobeys suppliers are begining a 12-week journey to accelerate their growth by becoming more purpose-driven and more sustainable. The Sobeys R-Purpose MICRO training program is developed and delivered by Provision Coalition, Canada’s leading food and…
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3PL Links adds two new warehouses to accommodate growing demand of supply chain services
3PL Links, a leader in 3rd party logistics and supply chain solutions, announces the opening of two new facilities in the greater Toronto area representing an additional 38,000 square feet of office and warehousing space to better service and support…
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Tate & Lyle expands its line of tapioca-based starches
The expansion includes the launch of new REZISTA® MAX thickening starches and BRIOGEL® gelling starches. These innovative tapioca starches will help food manufacturers deliver superior products thanks to their improved process tolerance, mouthfeel, fluidity and texture. The starches are suitable…
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SIAL’s virtual food week a success – results exceeded expectations
The 17th edition of the International Food & Beverage Tradeshow (SIAL Canada) and its section for the equipment and technology sectors (SET Canada) was 100 per cent virtual this year, allowing the industry to come together and do business despite…
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“The scientists made me do it” – the latest ‘Food in Canada Magazine’ food law column by Ron Doering
“One of the enduring myths of regulatory practice is that science and policy can and should be separated,” says Ronald L. Doering, a past president of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, counsel in the Ottawa offices of Gowling WLG, and…
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Governments of Canada and Ontario to support essential food delivery to remote communities
The COVID-19 pandemic is having a significant impact on remote communities that depend on small air carriers for essential goods, services, and for access in and out of the community. As the pandemic continues to evolve, the Government of Canada…
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Modern Meat to begin expansion to Australia
Modern Meat plant-based meat manufacturer has signed a definitive co-packing agreement with Viveri, a distributor based in Adelaide, Australia, to launch its portfolio of 100-per-cent plant-based meat alternative products. “This is a great achievement for our company and the first…
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Heinz turns artwork into custom bottles
Heinz is inviting Canadians to ‘draw ketchup’ for a chance to see their artwork come to life on the iconic Heinz Ketchup bottle. Contest open to Canadian residents excluding Quebec. Must be 18 years of age or older to win, but parents…
