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How has COVID-19 changed your business? What are your thoughts on government funding; how are you coping with lay-offs or loss of business? Responses will be kept in confidence and only reported with your permission. If you’re willing to talk to one of our journalists, please reach out to editor@canadianvending.com


Government offers commercial rent assistance

The federal government has reached an agreement in principle with all provinces and territories to implement the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) for small businesses. This program will lower rent by 75 per cent for small businesses that have been affected by COVID-19.


Nestlé suspends coffee machine rental fees

The company’s “Always open for You” initiative, extends payment terms, suspends rental fees for coffee machines and offering free products.


Ontario’s website helps businesses overcome COVID-19

The Ontario government is launching the COVID-19: Tackling the Barriers website to help businesses overcome the unique challenges created by the global pandemic.


Dare foods donates cookies to Food Banks Canada

Dare Foods Ltd. announced it has donated 100,000 boxes of Bear Paws Cookies to Food Banks Canada in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The popular kids’ cookie has been distributed to locations identified by Food Banks Canada with the greatest need.


Spot Coffee applies for emergency loans

Spot Coffee Canada reported that their subsidiaries have received approval from their lender for loans in the aggregate amount of U.S.$1,065,206


Crisp helps micromarkets forecast demand

A new data-modelling tool is available from Crisp that leverages real-time consumer food-buying data to help North American micromarkets and food manufacturers better predict North American consumer behaviours during the pandemic.


House of Commons approves CEWS with changes

This Act approves the proposed Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) with some changes.


Coca-Cola Foundation donates to front-line workers

The Coca-Cola Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company, announced it is awarding a total of US $13.5 million in grants to five non-profit organizations that are working on the front lines of the U.S. and Canadian humanitarian response to COVID-19.
 
Beverages 
 
Beverage

Barnie’s Coffee extends Strawberries & Cream coffee flavour

Recognizing that its loyal customers are relying on their rituals now more than ever, yet craving new tastes, Barnie’s Coffee & Tea Co. is continuing its limited-time flavour program with today’s roll out of Strawberries and Cream medium roast coffee. » Learn More
 
Beverage

Pepsi acquires Bang Energy drinks

PepsiCo and the manufacturer of Bang® Energy drinks, announced they have entered into an exclusive alliance for PepsiCo to distribute the portfolio of Bang Energy beverages in the United States. » Learn More
 
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