Beverages

Milk prices in New Brunswick set to increase four cents per litre starting Feb. 1
Move comes on the back of prices approvals from The Canadian Dairy Commission.
Clean-label challenge facing the plant-based food and beverage industry
"Plant based is getting so much talk, both positive and negative, we want to make sure we clear up the clutter.”

Beer & Wine
Dry January? Booze-free Feb? C-stores have it covered
As products evolve and consumer demand grows, c-stores are stocking up on no- and low-alcohol beverages.
Beer & Wine
7-Eleven kicks off plans to serve beverage alcohol in Ontario
C-store giant secures liquor sales licence from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for site in Leamington, Ont.
Foodservice
Planning for the 2023 plastics ban
Canada’s ban on six categories of single-used plastics means significant changes for c-stores.
Foodservice
Freshii's Q3 results bolstered by sales at convenience and gas
CPG system sales were up 33% in Q3 2022, compared to Q3 2021.
Retailer Spotlight
RETAILER SPOTLIGHT: Building Trust
A Calgary-based operator’s innovative approach to product procurement and branding helps differentiate his c-store from the competition.
Beverages
BioSteel and Flow going for growth with co-manufacturing and facility purchase deal
BioSteel will produce Flow’s branded water at the U.S. facility, as well as its own sports hydration drinks.
Beverages
Canadian Dairy Commission approves milk price increase for 2023 amid rising costs
If approved by provinces, the hike will push up prices of all dairy products.
Marketing
Dairy Farmers of Ontario launch new marketing campaign
'Everybody milk' highlights beverage's role in milestone moments.
People
Former Red Bull, PepsiCo exec tapped to grow Electrolit in Canada
Enrico De La Torre is the new commercial director for the beverage.
Beverages
Gatorade Canada partners with the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association
The season-long tour will stop in multiple cities across North America over a series of weekend events and create ongoing branding opportunities.
News
Calling all Canadian CPG product innovators! Entries for the 2023 Product of the Year Canada Awards are closing soon
Entry deadline is October 31, 2022.
Beverages
Bang Energy's parent company files for bankruptcy
Founder vows to emerge "like a freight train."