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Intercity Packers Ltd. and Albion Farms and Fisheries announce merger
Vancouver – Intercity Packers Ltd. and Albion Farms and Fisheries announced an amalgamation, combining together to operate as one legal entity. As of April 28, the brand name will be Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood and will legally be incorporated…
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New fund available for Canadian fish and seafood industry
The Government of Canada has launched the Canadian Fish and Seafood Opportunities Fund, a new cost-shared fund (70 per cent federal and 30 per cent provincial territorial) to promote market access and development for the fish and seafood industry. The…
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Funding projects and support announced for PEI fisheries
The Government of Canada and province of P.E.I. have announced funding to improve sustainability, health and market for fish and seafood
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Newfoundland cod stock shows signs of recovery
An independent assessment shows that Newfoundland’s northern cod stock has grown since 2006, as goals are set for even further improvement
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Food retail prices expected to increase in 2015, but only marginally: report
The annual Food Price Report 2015 is out and says Canadians should expect increases of between .3 per cent and 2.4 per cent in the coming year
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Feds begin regulatory reform for aquaculture sector
New regulations will increase sustainable aquaculture production, protect environment
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What’s that smell exactly? The e-nose can tell you
A new device called the Peres says it can help better protect consumers against foodborne illness
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Oceans of Opportunity
As 2014 approaches, Canada’s seafood industry is moving toward increased sustainability, greater consolidation, improved aquaculture and more innovative value-added products
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Feds invest in B.C. aquaculture industry
Investment to encourage sustainable and innovative projects
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High Liner commits to sustainable sourcing
Nova Scotia seafood processor announces it will buy only from responsible, certified sources by 2013
