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Funding landscape changing for Canadian foodtech: CFIN
Funding landscape changing for Canadian foodtech: CFIN
Venture capital and government funds are being largely concentrated among three industrial foodtech categories – manufacturing, food safety and traceability, and next-generation ingredients – according to a new report.
Fake maple syrup class action targeting grocery chains
A proposed lawsuit targeting a Quebec maple syrup producer who sold cans of fake syrup is now adding major grocery store chains as defendants, alleging they should have done more to ensure product they were selling was pure maple syrup.
Boston Pizza boosts renovations, adds new locations
Boston Pizza is accelerating investment across its network, with more than 40 locations potentially undergoing renovations this year and three new restaurants under construction in B.C., Ont. and Man. The activity is significant for one of Canada’s largest dining chains.
Empire to buy 9 Morelli’s pharmacies in Ont.
Empire and its subsidiary Sobeys have signed a deal to buy nine Morelli’s pharmacies in Longo’s grocery stores in Ontario. Each of the nine pharmacies will be integrated into Sobeys National Pharmacy operations and will be rebranded as Longo’s Pharmacy.
Old Dutch fossil fuel-free operations at P.E.I. facility
A solar array, geoexchange system and energy recovery technology have enabled Old Dutch Foods to make its accounting office and warehouse facility in Summerside, P.E.I., fossil fuel-free, establishing a new benchmark for sustainability within the snack food manufacturer’s operations.
U.S. pauses 50% tariffs on Canada
Canada and U.S. are working on final text of an agreement that would avert new tariffs. Canada has tariffs on some dairy imports that exceed a set quota. But American producers do not export enough dairy to meet quota thresholds.
Pet Valu sees room for 1,200+ stores across Canada
Pet Valu sees room for more than 1,200 stores across Canada as the pet retailer expands into Alta., Que. and smaller communities. The company ended its second quarter with 877 locations after opening 15 in the first half of 2026.
Loblaw removes signage from produce aisles
CTV News visited multiple Loblaw-owned stores in Vancouver and found many items did not have information displayed on signs. Instead, shoppers had to rely on small stickers on individual items. Loblaw confirmed it has changed how it displays produce information.
Shake Shack announces 3 new Ont. locations
Shake Shack is expanding its Ontario footprint with three new locations in Oakville, Burlington and London, which will also include the chain’s first-ever Ontario drive-thru. The London restaurant will be the first Shake Shack in Ontario to feature a drive-thru.
Major new Beer Store facility coming to southern Ont.
The Beer Store says it is making “a major investment” in a new facility in southern Ontario. It will open a new distribution centre in Milton next year which will “significantly increase” distribution capacity. It’s expected to use automated technology.
Farmers gearing up for collection events
Farmers in B.C., Sask., Que. and P.E.I. are getting ready to participate in one of Cleanfarms’ longest running environmental stewardship initiatives: the Unwanted Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications (UPLM) collection program.
Robb new category manager for 7-Eleven Canada
Shauna Robb is the new category manager confectionery, packaged foods and automotive for 7-Eleven Canada. She previously was category manager for Parkland Corporation where she spent more than eight years.
Fertilizer prices to remain elevated through 2028
Fertilizer prices are expected to remain above pre-Iran war levels through 2028, says one of the largest private agriculture lenders in the U.S. An estimated 31 ammonia plants in the region have been affected or have shut down production completely.
Little Caesars rolls out robot pizza delivery in U.S.
Little Caesars is expanding autonomous pizza delivery through a new partnership with Coco Robotics. The fast-food delivery robots are already operating at participating locations in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami, with service expected to reach downtown San Jose next.
3-month stand-off at Cargill meat plant ends
The labour dispute at a Cargill plant in Colorado has come to an end after staff approved a deal with the meat-processing giant. The agreement is set to bring a stop to a three-month dispute that halted normal operations.
Kraft Heinz innovating to address ‘unmet’ consumer needs
Kraft Heinz is innovating to win consumers sidelined by dietary restrictions or preferences. Most recently, it introduced a lactose-free version of Philadelphia cream cheese. It also has debuted a gluten-free offering and a plant-based version of mac and cheese.
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