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Summerhill temporarily closes commissary due to COVID cases

Despite safety measures, dealing with the third wave of COVID, and the more contagious variants, is a challenge, says co-owner Brad McMullen
Agropur to close fluid milk plant in Winnipeg

Production will be moved to the company's facilities in Western Canada
Nestlé Canada recalls Drumstick ice cream cones over allergen concerns

Canadian Food Inspection Agency is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to more recalls
Consumers ‘pleasantly surprised’ buying produce online

CPMA Fresh Week’s retail leadership panel touched on topics such as home delivery, traceability, sustainability, and the importance of pivoting to meet consumer demands
Metro brings back its "Lockdown Bonus" program

Quebec-based grocer is providing gift cards to employees working in stores and distribution centres
RCC adds speakers to its executive interview series

Leaders from Sobeys, Metro, Save-On-Foods and Lowe's are set to participate in upcoming interviews
2021 CPMA New Product Showcase winners announced

Innovative produce products were celebrated as part of a virtual competition
Nominations are now open for Canadian Grocer’s Impact Awards

Tell us about the amazing work being done at your company!
Cargill temporarily closes London, Ont. plant due to COVID outbreak

Company says employees will receive a weekly guarantee of 36 hours of pay while the poultry plant is closed
W. Galen Weston passes away at age 80

Weston died at home on April 12
John Anderson to receive the 2021 CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award

Anderson will be honoured April 16 during CPMA Fresh Week
Households expect return to pre-pandemic spending within a year: Bank of Canada

Survey respondents anticipate spending more than one-third of extra savings from the pandemic over the next two years