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Government proposes changes to labelling requirements
Canadians rely on food labels to make informed decisions on what they buy and eat. The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and the Minister of Health announced that the government is consulting with Canadians on proposed changes to food labels…
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Solace Management Group introduces hemp infused treat for pets
VANCOUVER — Solace Management Group Inc. has unveiled WildTails, the worlds first freeze-dried hemp infused single-ingredient pet treats. WildTails has developed new product lines with three available SKUs for both dogs and cats, complementing the robust sales of Solace’s Apawthecary…
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Food Secure Canada announces new executive director
Food Secure Canada has announced Gisèle Yasmeen as their new executive director. Yasmeen comes to Food Secure Canada with experience as a senior fellow at the University of British Columbia and adjunct professor at Royal Roads University. She also has…
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Canada’s Halal Monitoring Authority to simplify certification process
The Halal Monitoring Authority (HMA) is simplifying halal certification by integrating directly into existing supply chains and work with businesses looking to enter into the market. This HMA ensures that all certified products pass key Islamic standards, both religiously as…
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Northern Maverick Brewing Co. creates Canada’s first white truffle beer
Northern Maverick Brewing Co. released Canadas first ever White Truffle Pilsner. Created by brewmaster Andrew Crowder and Jason Kaptyn, this modern take on a Czech pilsner is brewed with Italian white truffle resulting in an earthy aroma. After testing different…
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Alizés Award finalists selected
The Agri-Food Export Group Quebec-Canada (Export Group) announced the three finalists of the first edition of the Alizés Awards, selected by a jury of recognized experts in the field of agri-food exports. The Alizés Awards celebrate the work of accomplished…
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Maple Leaf Foods, U.S.A.?
By: Sylvain Charlebois Maple Leaf Foods, the largest pork processor in the country, has opted to build its new meatless plant south of the border. In a recent announcement, the iconic Canadian food company announced plans to spend US$310 million…
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Calling food and beverage companies in Canada! (Especially if you’re 80 years young)
Food in Canada is producing a special summer issue to mark our 80th anniversary and we want to hear your success stories!
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The Rise and Fall of National Food Brands – commentary
Dr. Oetker in Grand Falls and Campbell’s in Toronto: two closures, almost 600 jobs. The bloodbath in food manufacturing in Canada continues. But despite appearances, the future in food processing has never looked brighter
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BC celebrates its food leaders and winners
The BC Food Processors Association honours “the best of the best” in food and beverage in the province
