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Editor's Note 
 
Hello, bakers! It's pancake and paczki season and we're sure you're up to your elbows in dough – hopefully, both kinds! We hope you're able to connect with others in your industry to stay up to date and feel supported.
- Colleen Cross, Editor
 
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Baking Association of Canada urges government to mitigate impact of new U.S. tariffs

The Baking Association of Canada has released a statement voicing its extreme disappointment in the U.S. administration’s move – now halted for 30 days – to introduce steep tariffs with 25 per cent on Canadian goods and 10 per cent on energy.


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N.B. minimum wage to rise to $15.65 per hour

New Brunswick’s minimum wage will increase to $15.65 per hour on April 1, an increase of 35 cents from the current rate of $15.30 per hour.


Roti and sesame seed buns among fastest-growing breads at full-service Canadian restaurants: Technomic report

Bread is on the rise across Canadian full-service restaurant menus, with roti, sesame seed buns, Technomic reports in its proprietary Ignite research report.


Team Canada seeks candidates for the Coupe de Monde de la Boulangerie

Do you dream of taking your baking skills to the world stage? Organizers of the 2026 Coupe de Monde de la Boulangerie (World of Cup of Baking) want to hear from you.


 
 
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Final Proof: Key bakery trends for 2025

Understanding how consumers are thinking, feeling and deciding on purchases is essential, writes Jane Dummer, RD, in her latest column chock full of insights. » Read More...
 
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Talented bakers to compete in first Coupe boulangerie du Canada – Édition Québec

Come watch the Coupe du Canada de Boulangerie – Edition Québecoise, a prestigious artisan bakery competition, taking place at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal on April 14-15. The event aims to highlight excellence in traditional baking, with a focus on baguettes, croissants, viennoiseries and special breads. » Register now!
 
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Excellence in L.A. desserts

Meet three top pastry chefs at Republique, Spago and Sirena in The Georgian Hotel in Los Angeles and their exquisite creations, courtesy our travelling chef and writer Karen Barr. » Read More...
 
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Register now to attend Montreal Bakery Showcase!

The annual industry event will feature inspiring industry leaders, exciting demos and unique competitions. The show floor is already packed. Find out who will be there and what the industry will be talking about! » Register now!
 
 
 
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Alice Marie bakery-café in Toronto has cult following

Pastry chef Rachelle Cornish and her husband, Aaron Hubley, have opened a Alice Marie, a bakery-café that's something of a hidden gem in the Leslieville area of Toronto. Toronto Life reports. » Read More...

Restaurants Canada pushes to extend tax relief for more stability in the industry

Restaurants Canada is pushing for full tax relief on foods after a survey by StatsCan on the foodservice sector stated that employment increased to its highest level since the start of the pandemic in January. » Read More...

IBIE attendees to get full access to bakery education program when registering

The International Baking Industry Exposition, known as IBIE, has officially opened registration for its 2025 edition, scheduled for Sept. 14-17, 2025, in Las Vegas. New for 2025, attendees will have full access to IBIEducate, a robust education program for the baking industry. » Read More...

Fraser's Pastry Shop in Truro, N.S., marks 30 years in business

Fraser’s Pastry Shop in Truro, N.S., is celebrating 30 years in business this month with Liane Whalen at the helm. Truro News reports. » Read More...

Pro-Canada sales (from the U.S., too) boom at Arva Flour Mill near London, Ont.

Canada’s oldest water-powered flour mill in Arva, Ont., just north of London, is riding a business boom from the buy-Canadian push prompted by the threatened U.S. trade war. The London Free Press reports. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

Bakery Showcase 2025 and Canadian Pizza Summit

April 14-15, 2025 | Montreal Convention Centre, 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage, Montréal (Québec) H2Z 1H2 CANADA » Read More...

IBA trade fair

May 18-22, 2025 | Stockumer Kirchstraße 61 40474 Düsseldorf » Read More...

Save the Date: Farmer Miller Baker @ NAIT Edmonton   

June 16, 2025 | 11762 - 106 Street Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5G 2R1 » Read More...

IBIE

Sept. 13-17, 2025 | 3150 Paradise Rd Las Vegas, NV 89109 » Read More...

Host Milano

Oct. 17-21, 2025 | Strada Statale del Sempione, 28, 20017 Rho (MI), Italy » Read More...