Naomi Szeben
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- 7/20/2026
Salmonella outbreak over but ban on pistachios from Iran still in effect: PHAC
The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends retailers consider alternatives to pistachios from Iran and products made with pistachios from Iran, due to possible salmonella contamination. - 7/19/2026
Economists see encouraging signs in June inflation report beyond gas price break
Lower gas prices were the major force pulling the headline inflation rate down in June but economists weighing on the latest price data Monday found even more encouraging signs under the hood of Statistics Canada's report. - 7/19/2026
The 2026 foodservice surge and how convenience stores can profit
CSNC breaks down new research from Technomic for five actionable menu and operational strategies to turn routine commutes into high-margin foodservice sales. - 7/19/2026
KaleMart24 opens another store in Montreal
The health and wellness spin on convenience is part of KaleMart24’s growing popularity. - 7/19/2026
Coca-Cola Company expands its line of Simply juices
Simply, the line of juices owned by the Coca-Cola Company added another fruit juice to its lineup. - 7/19/2026
Lower gas prices bring inflation down to 2.8% in June: StatCan
Statistics Canada says the annual rate of inflation eased back below 3% in June as motorists paid less to fill up the gas tank. - 7/17/2026
Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk
Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico because of a potential link to the multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened people across the U.S. - 7/16/2026
Foodborne illnesses at restaurant chains are rare but can sicken customers
Taylor Farms provided onions implicated in an outbreak linked to McDonald's hamburgers, and lettuce that were linked to outbreaks at Taco Bell. - 7/16/2026
Temporary relief in gas prices expected to pull inflation back below 3% in June
Falling gas prices in June are expected to pull the annual inflation rate back below 3% when Statistics Canada reports fresh price data on Monday. - 7/16/2026
Ontario's wine industry adjusts as smoke discourages tourists
Wineries are making adjustments for visitors concerned about the lingering wildfire smoke in the air. - 7/16/2026
Metro sells bakery production facility to FGF
Grocery giant Metro Inc. is selling a major bakery production facility to industrial baker FGF. - 7/15/2026
Safety matters for wildfire smoke and heat stress
Here's what forecourt operators, c-stores and car washes need to know to keep themselves and staff safe during extreme heatwaves and toxic air quality. Plus, Reader Poll: we want your feedback!
