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Jollibee set for major expansion after 10 years in Canada
Jollibee set for major expansion after 10 years in Canada
Jollibee is entering a new phase of its Canadian expansion, moving beyond its company-operated model and turning to franchise partners to help bring the Filipino fast-food chain to more communities across the country.
Loblaw parent buys U.K.-based Boots
Wittington Investments, a Toronto-based investment company owned by the Weston family, that also owns Loblaw, will acquire The Boots Group in the U.K. and its associated businesses for $12.7 billion. Wittington chairman Galen Weston will become chairman of Boots.
Feds launch $1B Food-Link Fund
As part of the National Food Security Strategy, the federal government launched the $1-billion Food-Link Fund. The fund is designed to improve Canada’s food distribution network by supporting development of critical infrastructure and increase food hubs.
Appetronix wins prestigious food tech award
London, Ont.-based food technology company Appetronix has received a food industry award recognizing its work in robotics and automation. The company is one of 40 recipients of a Foodtech Frontier Award from the Canadian Food Innovation Network.
McCain heiress turns up pressure for IPO
Heiress Eleanor McCain is ramping up her campaign for an exit from privately owned McCain Foods — valued at more than $20 billion — by calling a meeting to discuss an IPO for the world’s largest frozen French fry maker.
Uber to Acquire ezCater for $2.3B
Uber Technologies (UBER-N) said on Tuesday it would buy U.S. catering platform ezCater in an all-cash deal for US$2.3 billion, its latest move to strengthen delivery, the company’s fastest-growing business segment.
Food prices rise as diesel ‘shock’ bleeds economy: report
Canadians could wind up with a bigger grocery bill as a major price “shock” for diesel and crude oil works its way through supply chains, according to a Scotiabank report. The report explains how oil prices are expected to be inflationary.
McDonald’s sued for allegedly using AI pricing tool
McDonald’s is facing a lawsuit in U.S. federal court over its alleged use of an AI tool to determine pricing across independent franchises, which prosecutors say violates antitrust laws and has unfairly inflated menu prices for Americans.
9 firms join program to advance food supply chain
Protein Industries Canada announced the addition of nine new companies into its Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain program. The program supports Canadian agri-tech companies reformulate or develop ingredients and food products using Canadian inputs.
Canadians trust food system, but uncertainty grows: CCFI
Canadians feel positively about the food system, but uncertainty about affordability is putting pressure on that confidence. CCFI research found that 57 per cent of Canadians are positive, but only 40 per cent believe its headed in the right direction.
Why Canadian refiners aren’t worried about molasses ban
When a U.S. import ban on Canadian molasses came into effect, some feared it could hit Canada’s sugar refiners hard. Experts say place-of-origin rules allow many producers to keep exporting south of the border.
Buy Canadian sentiment still strong amid trade war
The Buy Canadian movement remains strong, surveys have found. Commitment to buying Canadian strengthened in August when a round of tariff talks with the U.S. collapsed, according to the Numerator Tariff Sentiment Tracker, which tracks about 1,800 Canadian consumers monthly.
Costco partners with DoorDash in Canada
Costco’s distinctive selection — groceries, pantry staples, household essentials and more — is now available for on-demand delivery across Canada via DoorDash. The Canadian launch, which covers 115 warehouse locations, follows a recent partnership with Costco in many other places.
Expect to pay 10% more for Thanksgiving turkey dinner
Thanksgiving will cost Canadian households more in 2026, according to a study by Dalhousie University. “Despite the slowdown in food inflation, the Thanksgiving meal is a reminder that pressure on consumers’ wallets remains very real in 2026,” the study said.
Response to Cargill COVID outbreak ‘catastrophic failure’
The Alberta government failed Cargill beef plant workers during COVID-19, an independent report into the 2020 outbreak that resulted in two deaths said. The Parkland Institute report contains 36 recommendations that could prepare governments for the next pandemic.
Leadbetter reportedly closes Orillia beef plant
Leadbetter Foods has reportedly closed its beef operation in Orillia, Ont. leaving at least 20 people out of work. The company produces beef, pork products and operates two plants in Orillia. Leadbetter has been part of Premium Brands since 2017.
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