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Editor's Note 
 
Greetings! In today’s newsletter, learn about Loblaw’s $500M settlement, FCC’s $1B support for food businesses, & Unilever’s AI push. Also, registrations are ongoing for our webinar on food safety, March 19 (scroll down for details).
- Ojasvini Parashar, Associate Editor, Food in Canada
 
TOP HEADLINES 
 
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Loblaw, George Weston settle bread price-fixing class-action lawsuits

Loblaw and parent company George Weston have executed a settlement over a pair of class-action lawsuits related to an alleged industry-wide scheme to fix the price of bread.


FCC lends $1B to support agriculture and food industry amid tariffs

Through the Trade Disruption Customer Support program, Farm Credit Canada will offer eligible businesses an additional credit line of up to $500,000 and new term loans.


Unilever collaborates with Vector Institute to advance AI innovation

Through this partnership, Unilever will have access to Vector Institute’s research and talent network as it integrates AI into its operations.


General Mills' group president of North America Pet to retire

Jon Nudi retires in June 2025 after more than 30 years with the company. Liz Mascolo will be promoted to segment president of North America Pet on March 16, 2025.


CFIN receives $8.6M funding to accelerate food innovation

This investment aims to strengthen Canada’s food innovation ecosystem through CFIN, drive technological advancements, and support the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises in the sector.


 
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Industry Highlights 
 
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Webinar on food safety future: learning from recalls

Canada's robust food safety system gives our F&B manufacturers competitive edge, especially as the U.S. is diminishing/dismantling its food safety systems. On March 19, our panel of experts will guide you on how to further enhance your food safety programs and strategically position yourself amid tensions with our largest trading partner. » Register now
 
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Moosehead Breweries launches presidential pack

The company, which was founded in 1867, launched a presidential pack that includes the brand’s 1,461 Canadian-made lagers to "weather" four years of the current U.S. presidency. » Read full article
 
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Advance Women in Manufacturing 2025 Recap: Accelerating action for women

Featuring keynote insights, expert panels, and workshops, this event focused on accelerating action toward greater representation and inclusion. » Read full article
 
 
EVENTS 
 

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Location: Vancouver Dates: Apr. 25-27, 2025 » Learn more