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Editor's Note 
 
This eNewsletter is carefully curated by human hands, not AI. Every piece reflects our dedication to quality and relevance to the Canadian F&B manufacturing industry.
- Nithya Caleb, Editor, Food in Canada
 
Top Headlines 
 
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Walmart launches new private label brand

Walmart is launching its biggest store-label food brand in 20 years, seeking to appeal to younger customers who want affordable chef-inspired foods.


Loblaw CEO 'cautiously optimistic' about grocery code of conduct

Loblaw Cos. Ltd.'s new chief executive said he's "cautiously optimistic" that the company will be able to come to an agreement on the grocery code of conduct.


Florida bans cultivated meat

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill SB 1084, which prohibits the sale of lab-grown meat in Florida.


EMN, Acenzia, and Gruppo Nutrition to create plant-based protein products for health-conscious markets

Protein Industries Canada launches a new project with Enhanced Medical Nutrition, Acenzia and Gruppo Nutrition to bring new protein products for Canadians with special nutritional requirements.


Kraft Heinz, TGI Fridays sign perpetual licensing deal

Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays sign an exclusive, perpetual licensing deal that allows Kraft Heinz to continue to make restaurant-inspired, TGI Fridays' branded frozen appetizers for retail across North America.


 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
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Sustainable Food Innovation Starts with USA Sunflower Oil

Sustainability is an important factor in decision making for Canadian consumers. In fact, according to a study by Mintel in 2022, 71% Canadians identify as sustainable consumers. USA grown sunflower oil is a non-GMO and healthy ingredient for sustainable food innovations. The deep tap roots of sunflowers help break up the layers of the soil and make them drought resistant. Sunflowers also require a lot less water than many other crops. To know more about the field to customer journey of sunflower oil... » Download this factsheet...
 
Industry News 
 

A profile of temporary foreign workers in F&B manufacturing

In a new paper, StatsCanada looks into the make-up of temporary foreign workers in the food manufacturing industry, including where they came from, how long they continued working in the food manufacturing industry after their arrival and how many ultimately became permanent residents of Canada. » Read more
 

Lactalis Canada appoints Martin Santerre as senior VP

Lactalis Canada promotes Martin Santerre to the position of senior vice president of Industrial. In this position, Santerre will have total oversight of Lactalis Canada’s 20 manufacturing facilities for cheese and tablespreads, yogurt and cultured, fluid and dessert. » Read more
 

Hain Celestial sells Thinsters cookie brand to J&J Snack Foods

The Hain Celestial Group sells its Thinsters cookie business to J&J Snack Foods. The all-cash transaction optimizes the company’s better-for-you portfolio and will be used to pay down company debt. » Read more
 
 
Events 
 

Bakery Showcase Canada 2024

Location: Toronto Dates: May 5-6 » Learn more

Retail Supply Chain and Logistics Expo

Location: Las Vegas, Nev. Dates: May 8-9 » Learn more

The Sweets & Snack Expo 2024

Location: Indianapolis, Ind. Dates: May 14-16 » Learn more