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Foodtastic adds to growing roster with Kinton Ramen purchase
Foodtastic adds to roster with Kinton Ramen purchase
Foodtastic has expanded its restaurant portfolio with the acquisition of Toronto-based Kinton Ramen, giving the company its first entry into the Japanese dining segment.
Pattison Food Group updates facility with Dematic tech
Grocery store firm Pattison Food Group is updating its Langley, B.C. grocery distribution centre with new automated technology from Dematic. The warehouse will deploy advanced automation technologies intended to improve fulfillment efficiency.
Pontegadea buys cold-storage facility from Broccolini
Pontegadea has acquired a 379,000-square-foot refrigerated distribution centre, which is leased to Lactalis Canada for another 24 years, in an off-market deal from Broccolini for $187 million.
FoodNX taking a vacation June 29 to July 3
TO OUR VALUED READERS: FoodNX staff will be taking our annual break for a hard-earned vacation during the week of June 29 through July 3.
Comp Bureau looking into Sobeys property controls
The Competition Bureau announced that it is investigating competition in the Canadian grocery store landscape. Property controls are legal agreements that can block competitors from setting up stores in certain places, limiting where a new grocery store can open.
Alimentation Couche-Tard Q4 revenue reaches $19.5 billion
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. announced revenue rose by five per cent to more than $76 billion. The company said revenues were $19.5 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, up by $3.2 billion.
Canadians paid 45% more for tomatoes; 25% more for beef
As the Iran war drives up prices, Canada’s inflation rate increased to 3.2 per cent in May, up from 2.8 per cent in April, Statistics Canada said. This is the first time it’s risen above three per cent since 2023.
Manitoba plans to tackle ‘shrinkflation’
Making it easier for customers to spot “shrinkflation” is among the ways the province plans to tackle high food prices. The Manitoba Grocery Price Study puts into context some of the challenges associated with putting food on the table.
Metro opens 10th Shared Kitchen in Quebec
Metro inaugurated its newest Shared Kitchen in Montreal. The facility is located in the Hochelaga‑Maisonneuve neighbourhood. The kitchen supports the development of community initiatives that promote healthy and accessible food for families. Metro invested $80,000 in this project.
Grocery code members reluctant to file complaints: report
While grocers, food manufacturers and producers now have a code to enforce good behaviour, the Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct found some members have been reluctant to raise concerns.
FreshCo opens first store on Vancouver Island
FreshCo marked a major milestone in Western Canada as the Empire Company discount chain opened its first store on Vancouver Island. FreshCo now counts 162 stores across Canada and 54 in Western Canada.
Shake Shack Canada to open first Canadian drive-thru
Shake Shack Canada is expanding its presence with its first-ever drive-thru restaurant, expected to open in the fall in Calgary. After the opening, Shacks in Alberta are expected to generate approximately 200 jobs for the local community, said the company.
Canada’s only commercial olive farm to be sold
A property in B.C. will be auctioned on Aug. 12, with its current owner hoping the buyer will continue producing extra virgin olive oil. The farm and its 750 trees produce an oil that retails for $625 per litre.
Agriculture Canada’s cuts put research capacity in focus
When organic research plots were cultivated for the last time, critics said Canada lost more than a research site. Farm groups had asked Ottawa to reconsider the cut after a committee recommended the government pause and reverse planned closures.
How this family farm is diversifying for next generation
Cashe Stevenson, 24, says it hasn’t been easy on the farm for the third generation. There are more farmers leaving than entering it. FCC estimates about 60 per cent of Canadian farmers are expected to retire by 2033.
Pesticide, inspection changes could disrupt trade: senator
Canada’s goal of boosting trade with countries outside the U.S. could be thwarted by new pesticide rules, a senator warns. The legislation includes a change that allows cabinet to override Health Canada and authorize the use of banned pesticides.
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NEXT Food Expo
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The International Centre -
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Oct 27 2026
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Toronto Congress Centre North Building -
Arrell Food Summit 2026
Nov 06 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
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