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Editor's Note 
 
It's been a bumpy week for Canadian businesses. How are you holding up? Take a moment to catch up on your pizza news and enjoy success stories and solid advice from operators who have weathered a few storms to come out ahead.
- Colleen Cross, Editor
 
News 
 

Restaurants Canada releases statement on U.S. trade tariffs and Canadian retaliatory measures

Restaurants Canada recently shared its concerns and outlined the organization's position regarding the heavy tariffs recently announced – and put on hold until early March.


Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year Competition to debut in Montreal

Calling all Canadian pizza makers! Get ready to bring your best signature pizza to the Original Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year competition as part of the huge Bakery Showcase in Montreal! Not ready to compete yourself? Come see what other shops are up to!


P.E.I. pizzeria, businesses encourage customers to shop local amid U.S. tariff threat

Some P.E.I. businesses, including Pizza 67 in Charlottetown, are introducing creative incentives to encourage shoppers to support local or buy Canadian-made products amid the U.S. administration's threats of punishing new tariffs on Canadian imports into the U.S. CBC News reports.


Register now to attend Bakery Showcase, featuring first Montreal Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year Competition

The annual industry event will feature inspiring industry leaders, exciting demos and unique competitions – including the original Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year Competition!


 
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The world’s expert on pizza boxes collects 100 weird and wild box designs

Here the world’s expert on pizza boxes collects 100 weird and wild box designs and explores the curious history of the pizza box. Included are international designs, corporate designs, and dozens of quirky images produced by and for mom-and-pop pizzerias.

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The Pizza Chef: Creating a good manager

Every owner needs a day off to rest and recharge. You need help to work your business and key individuals to manage your business, but how do you find the right individuals to promote to those positions? » Read More...
 
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Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year

Gabriele Di Marco of Toronto’s Oretta takes us on his innovative culinary journey to pizza perfection. Enjoy meeting this dedicated chef and learn about his winning anchovy-forward pizza! » Read More...
 
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Making Dough with Diane: Six ways to increase your pizzeria’s visibility

Do people know about your pizzeria? Every pizza owner wants to increase their sales volume in 2025. Diane Chiasson shares six easy ways to do just that. » Read More...
 
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Have your say and be counted in our pizzeria operator survey!

Canadian Pizza magazine has embarked on its first annual Pizzeria Operator Survey with insights revealed in upcoming editions. The survey closes Feb. 13. Take a few minutes to let us know how your pizzeria is doing for a chance at a $200 gift card! » Read More...
 
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Mobile savvy: Catering considerations for your pizza business

Thinking about starting a mobile pizza business? There are both rewards and challenges to consider. » Read More...
 
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Trending flavours in pizza

Pizza flavours continue to evolve as consumers become more daring with their food choices. The innovation opportunities are unlimited to meet consumer demand for fresh, new flavours, writes registered dietitian and professional trendwatcher Jane Dummer. » Read More...
 
 
News 
 

Las Vegas Pizza Expo schedule includes demo by Italy's Franco Pepe

The International Pizza Expo 2025 education schedule is here and this year's lineup is one you won't want to miss! Canadian Pizza is proud to be a media partner of the International Pizza Expo, set for March 25-27 in Las Vegas. Register now and join us to refresh your business in Vegas! » Read More...

Fastest-growing condiments at full-service restaurants: Technomic

Looking for ideas to take your pizzas, pastas and sides to the next level? Canadian full-service restaurants are highlighting condiments with Mediterranean and Asian flavours and more, Technomic indicates in its latest Ignite report. » Read More...

Baking trends from Italy

Direct from Rimini, Italy, we roamed the aisles to bring you the sights, sounds and tastes of SIGEP, including new pizza styles. » Read More...

Newest in New Products

A self-serve kiosk for in-store ordering, an ergonomic pizza cutter designed for safety and speed, and more. You’ll find these and more pizza-specific products, equipment and services in our New Products section. Check it out! » Read more

 
Events 
 

International Pizza Expo   

March 25-27, 2025 | 3150 Paradise Rd Las Vegas, NV 89109 » Read More...

Pizza Chef of the Year Competition at Montreal Bakery Showcase

April 15, 2025 | 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage, Montréal (Québec) H2Z 1H2 CANADA » Read More...

Bakery Showcase 2025

April 14-15, 2025 | 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage, Montréal (Québec) H2Z 1H2 CANADA » Read More...

Calgary Pizza Summit and Chef of the Year Competition  

July 21, 2025 | 260081 Nose Creek Boulevard, Rocky View County, AB, CA, T4A 3P5 » Read More...