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Editor's Note 
 
Anyone else feel the days fly by as we head into busy summer? In this edition, you'll read about a packaged bread settlement, a study on acorn flour, updated employment standards in Saskatchewan, a new Bakers Journal TV and more. Enjoy!
- Colleen Cross, Editor
 
INDUSTRY NEWS 
 

Judge approves $500M in Canadian packaged bread settlement

An Ontario superior court judge has approved a $500-million settlement in a class-action suit regarding a bread price fixing scheme. 


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The urgent need for sustainable practices in the baking industry

As the global population grows, so too will the demand for food production, and implementing environmental sustainability measures is crucial.


Study investigates acorn flour and bread-making applications

A new study out of the University of Camerino in Italy suggests acorn is a forgotten, nutritious, and sustainable food material that enriches proteins, unsaturated fatty acids, minerals, vitamins and biochemical compounds.


Health Canada, FSANZ launch joint GM food assessment process

Food Standards Australia New Zealand and Health Canada are collaborating on a pre-market assessment of genetically modified foods.  In a recent press release, FSANZ announced the Shared Assessment Process, which will allow food developers to submit an application for joint assessment. 


BAC to host variety of educational, social and fundraising events

The Baking Association of Canada and its chapters have a diverse slate of educational, social and fundraising events scheduled to benefit bakers and the industry. Explore the full calendar and see what's happening near you.


 
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French Boulangerie

From crunchy baguettes to fig bread, and from traditional brioches to trendy cruffins, this comprehensive volume teaches aspiring bakers how to master the art of the French boulangerie. This new cookbook focuses on bread and viennoiserie, the category of French baked goods traditionally enjoyed for breakfast (like croissants and pains au chocolat).

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Concepts for Success: Eight steps to help your bakery gear up for the summer season

Incorporating fresh fruits into your products and tapping into summer activities can boost revenues. This is just one consideration as your bakery heads into the busy summer season. Diane Chiasson has much more food for thoguht in her latest column. » Read More...
 
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Register now for Farmer-Miller-Baker Summit in Edmonton!

Are you a baker using or interested in using freshly milled local flours in your baking? A farmer milling or cleaning their own grains? A small-scale miller? A baker milling their own grains? The BAC invites you to spend an inspiring day June 17 at NAIT in Edmonton featuring hands-on demos led by renowned expert Alan Dumonceaux. Bakers Journal will be there; will you? » Register now!
 
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Showcase spotlight: Cross-border conversation touches on trade, immigration challenges

The trade war provoked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration earlier this year has affected nearly every industry involved in cross-border trade, and the bakery sector is no exception, attendees at Bakery Showcase heard on April 15. » Read more
 
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Young and new workers at risk of injury

Workplace injuries can happen to anyone, but young and new workers may be especially vulnerable. This is particularly true in fast-paced environments, where hazards are common. That’s why targeted training, close supervision and strong support systems are essential. » Read more
 
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Watch the latest edition of Bakers Journal TV, June 2, 2025!

In this edition of Bakers Journal TV, editor Colleen Cross reports on Farmer-Miller-Baker in Edmonton, students showcase Japanese and Taiwanese baking and Bakery Showcase welcomes professional bakers to Montreal in a highly successful bilingual event. » Watch now!
 
 
INDUSTRY NEWS 
 

VIU students create world’s largest Nanaimo bar, encourage donations for better equipment

Vancouver Island University has created a record-breaking Nanaimo bar that brought a community together to help raise money for new equipment. » Read More...

Technomic reports highlight vegetable trends, tea choices and café visits

Technomic’s latest Industry Insights report highlights trends in Canada’s foodservice industry, including vegetable trends in emerging chains, consumer preferences at independent restaurants and the types of tea gaining popularity.   » Read More...

Lallemand, Moulins Soufflet in exclusive talks over sale of AIT Ingredients, Solyve

Moulins Soufflet and Lallemand Inc. have entered into exclusive negotiations regarding the proposed acquisition by Lallemand of AIT Ingredients and enzyme producer Solyve. » Read More...

Mattawa student wins gold in Skills Ontario competition

Paisley Nadon won first place in the Skills Ontario pastry-making competition and third place in the Excellence Award for top-ranked Francophone competitors.  » Read More...

Canada’s wheat production expected to grow

Canadian wheat production is forecast to increase by two per cent in the 2025-26 marketing year, as planted area is projected to grow by 2.6 per cent year over year, according to a report from the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  » Read More...

 
Events 
 

British Columbia Chapter – MSI Workshop 

June 3, 2025 | Island City Baking Frozen Dough Division, Unit #108, 8289 N Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC V3N 0B9 » Read More...

Farmer Miller Baker @ NAIT Edmonton   

June 17, 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...

British Columbia Chapter – Baker’s Den: BC Edition

Sept. 18, 2025 | Island City Baking Frozen Dough Division, Unit #108, 8289 N Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC V3N 0B9 » Read More...

Ontario Chapter Night at the Races   

Sept. 25, 2025 | Woodbine Racetrack 555 Rexdale Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5L2 » Read More...

Host Milano

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