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Editor's Note 
 
As we celebrate the contributions of workers across Canada, I wish everyone a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend. Happy Labour Day!
- Nithya Caleb, Editor, Food in Canada
 
TOP HEADLINES 
 
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Coca-Cola slammed for stalled progress on reusable packaging goals

Oceana criticizes the Coca-Cola Company, the world’s top plastic polluter, for failing to increase its use of reusable packaging.


Rustica Foods receives $1M to modernize facility

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions makes a $1 million refundable contribution to Rustica Foods, which will allow the SME to acquire digital production equipment.


Barry Callebaut appoints new president for North America

Natasha Chen takes over as the president of Barry Callebaut’s North America division from Ben De Schryver who is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities.


New School Foods opens manufacturing facility in Toronto

The company also completes a US$6 million seed extension round with funding from Inter IKEA, Good Startup, NewTree Capital and Hatch.


Free-range cheddar takes centre stage in Nutrinor’s new product line

Nutrinor launches eight new cheeses under the Perron brand, two of which are the products of sustainable farming.


 
 
INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS 
 

Grocery code of conduct could encourage investment

Two of the grocery code of conduct’s biggest advocates say it could spark more investment and innovation by food manufacturers in Canada, hedging against shortages and price volatility in the future. » Read full article
 

Farm Credit Canada calls for investment to increase productivity in food manufacturing

A new FCC report suggests the food manufacturing industry can continue to lead in sustainable food production by embracing new technologies and fostering cross-sector investment, thereby ensuring a stable food supply and contributing to the global effort to feed the world. » Read full article
 

Mars Petcare, Big Idea Ventures unveil pet food accelerator program

Mars Petcare launches the Next Generation Pet Food Program in collaboration with Big Idea Ventures, AAK and Bühler. This pilot initiative aims to develop solutions that reduce carbon emissions in pet food production, including novel ingredients and advanced processing technologies. » Read full article
 
 
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ICSTA Section Québec 2024 Golf Tournament

Location: Quebec City, Que. Dates: September 9 » Learn more

CIFST Ontario Section: Annual Golf Tournament

Location: Ajax, Ont. Date: September 11 » Learn more

RCC Retail Marketing Conference

Location: Toronto, Ont. Dates:: September 12 » Learn more