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Editor's Note 
 
Hello, bakers! Despite some wacky weather, summer is finally here. In this newsletter, read about winning butter tarts, bakery modernization projects at Mrs. Dunster's and Crust Craft, and an artisan gathering in London, Ont., in August. Enjoy!
- Colleen Cross, Editor
 
INDUSTRY NEWS 
 

Toronto bakery wins big at butter tart competition

On the strength of its coconut cream tart, Circles and Squares bakery in Toronto has been named Ontario’s best butter tart maker at Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival, held on June 14 in Midland, Ont.


Register now for Farmer-Miller-Baker Summit in London, Ont., Aug. 26

The Baking Association of Canada will host an educational and networking event designed to bring farmers, millers and bakers together to learn, share and connect at Fanshawe College in London, Ont., on Aug. 26.


Shortage of applicants, mismatched job expectations among key hiring challenges for small businesses: CFIB

Small businesses face a shortage of applicants, skills mismatches and difficulty attracting candidates when hiring skilled workers, and these challenges are worsened by labour mobility barriers, according to a recent analysis by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.


Grain Growers of Canada disappointed by passage of Bill C-202, calls on government to 'seriously address issues impacting international trade'

Grain Growers of Canada is disappointed in Parliament’s decision to pass Bill C-202, which it said was done without the thorough review and scrutiny required by parliamentarians, without consideration of its impact on international trade, and without regard for Canada’s export-oriented grain sector.


Alberta-based bakery among businesses to receive funds from PrairiesCan

Crust Craft, a high-capacity bakery in Edmonton, is among seven Alberta-based businesses and organizations that will receive more than $10 million in investments through PrairiesCan to support them leveraging artificial intelligence, digital adoption and advanced manufacturing processes.


 
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Embracing heritage and ancient grains and freshly milled flours

Farmers, millers and bakers shared perspectives on working with freshly milled ancient and heritage grains in a unique day-long workshop and conference at Edmonton's NAIT. » Read more
 
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BAC Ontario Chapter golf student scholarship fundraiser highlights

The Ontario Chapter of the Baking Association of Canada's annual golf tournament was sold out and raised an impressive amount to support scholarships for students in baking and pastry programs. » Read More...
 
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Final Proof: Ancient fruit, modern appeal – baking with dried fruit

The functional and flavourful benefits of dried fruit such as figs in baking are worth exploring, writes Jane Dummer, RD, in her latest column. » Read more
 
 
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INDUSTRY NEWS 
 

Mrs. Dunster’s completes $3M modernization project

Blair and Rosalyn Hyslop, co-chief executive officers of Mrs. Dunster’s bakery business held a celebration at the baking company’s Sussex, N.B., facility to mark the completion of a $3-million modernization that included the replacement of a 50-year-old doughnut fryer. » Read More...

Willow Cakes and Pastries rallies donations for Canada Day cake

Willow Cakes and Pastries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., is asking for donations to help cover the cost of a cake large enough to feed a crowd of thousands on Canada Day. The Friends of Fort George are helping by donating $1,000 toward their $7,500 goal. » Read More...

HostMilano 2025 highlights innovation, competition and craftsmanship in baking

Host 2025, taking place on Oct. 17 to 21 in Milan, will showcase emerging trends and market opportunities in the baking industry. This edition will feature the Il Lievito Madre conference, and Bakery Square, an arena dedicated to training, educational talks and hands-on workshops. » Read More...

Harbord Bakery celebrates 80 years of community, challah and sugar cookies

Harbord Bakery in Toronto's Annex neighbourhood will celebrate 80 years as a family-run business in July. » Read More...

San Francisco Baking Institute to hold five-day viennoiserie workshop

San Francisco Baking Institute is holding its Viennoiserie I workshop — Croissants, Danish and Brioche — in San Francisco Aug. 25-29. » Read More...

 
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We scream for ice cream

In honour of summer, enjoy Karen Barr's engaging look at family-run ice cream shops. » Read More...

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Concepts for Success: Seven ways to prepare for the tourist season

The arrival of summer means means planning, organizing and preparing for tourists and locals alike, Diane Chiasson writes. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

Farmer-Miller-Baker Summit London

Aug. 26, 2025 | 130 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 1G1 » 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...

Food and Beverage Atlantic Annual Conference

October 6, 2025 | 750 Main St, Moncton, NB E1C 0G1 » Read More...

Farmer-Miller-Baker Summit Moncton

Oct. 9, 2025 | Moncton Campus, 1234 Mountain Road, Moncton, NB, E1C 8H9 » Read More...

HostMilano

Oct. 17, 2025 | Strada Statale Sempione, 28, 20017 Rho MI, Italy » Read More...

Bakery Showcase 2026  

May 3-4, 2026 | 650 Dixon Rd.f, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J1 » Read More...