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Editor's Note 
 
Hello F&B processors! In today's newsletter learn about Nova Scotia's plans to encourage interprovincial trade, which is one of the recommendations from a recent RBC report. Also, new product launches from Danone, NuStef & Heineken. Happy reading!
- Nithya Caleb, Editor, Food in Canada
 
TOP HEADLINES 
 
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Nova Scotia tables bill aimed at reducing interprovincial trade barriers

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston follows through on his promise to introduce a bill aimed at reducing interprovincial trade barriers, in an effort to boost the economy amid tariff threats by the U.S. president.


Celsius to acquire Alani Nu

Celsius enters into a definitive agreement to acquire Alani Nutrition for US$1.8 billion. The transaction will combine two growing, scaled brands in the energy drink category.


'A wake-up call': Report urges agri-food export diversification amid tariff threat

The Canadian agri-food industry needs to expand its international exports to hold its own against U.S. tariffs and global competitors, according to a new report from RBC.


CanNor invests $4M to strengthen food infrastructure in Northwest Territories

The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency invests over $4M in five food initiatives in the Northwest Territories. This funding is expected to help enhance the infrastructure to produce, harvest, process and distribute local and country foods.


Bel joins forces with Congebec, Food Banks of Quebec to reduce food waste

Bel Canada, Congebec and Food Banks of Quebec (FBQ) partner to reduce food waste and redistribute products to the FBQ network.


 
 
New Products 
 
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Danone releases Oikos Pro range of products

Danone launches its Oikos Pro range of products in Canada that are high in protein. The line-up, which includes six flavour options, is made with 100 per cent Canadian dairy milk and has no added sugar. » Read more
 
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NuStef Baking unveils tea infused cookies

NuStef Baking launches TeaFusions Waffle Cookies. The cookies are available in four flavours, are peanut-free and do not contain any artificial flavours, colours or preservatives. » Read more
 
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Heineken releases a low-cal beer

Heineken Silver has officially arrived in Canada. This light beer from Heineken contains four per cent ABV and 3 g of carbs. » Learn more
 
 
EVENTS 
 
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Natural Products Expo West 2025

Location: Anaheim, Calif. Dates: Mar. 4-7, 2025 » Learn more