3 d. ago Going paperless with Alectra helps fill food bank shelves for Ontario families this fall

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Sept. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This fall, Alectra Utilities is encouraging customers to switch to paperless billing and help support families in need. As part of its annual ebilling campaign, Alectra will donate $25,000 to Feed Ontario’s Full Shelves program, which provides pantry staples and school-friendly snacks to stock food bank shelves […]

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2 w. ago Ontario food manufacturer’s cooling tower likely source of deadly legionnaires’ outbreak

An outbreak declared over earlier this month is back on after a sudden jump of 25 new cases of legionnaires' disease in London, Ont.

Economics

2 w. ago 57,000 Rolls Strong: National Toilet Paper Day Drives Hygiene Equity

Bunzl partners with Food Banks Canada to support communities in need BURLINGTON, Ontario, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bunzl Canada today announced its annual National Toilet Paper Day initiative, in partnership with Food Banks Canada. The national distributor provided over 57,000 rolls of toilet paper for distribution to food banks across the country, increasing […]

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3 w. ago Food rescue organizations call on Toronto hotel chains to ‘step up’ their policies

Food organizations across Ontario are urging hotel chains to take stronger action on food waste by finding solutions to donate excess meals amid rising hunger and climate concerns.

Events

3 w. ago Gigantic Italian food and culture festival taking over Ontario city this weekend

With summer festivals still in full swing, one that is being billed as among the best in Ontario is returning to Mississauga in the coming days, and it's an annual tradition for the city. The 13th annual Italfest will come to the heart of the GTA city this weekend, serving as a celebration of all things Italian heritage.Think traditional music (or some musica tradizionale italiana) from some big Italo-Canadian names, culinary delights that will make you feel like you've been whisked away to the European nation (save for the long-haul flight), and other fun activities to keep everyone entertained.This year, the spotlight is on the Sicily region, known for its arancini, fish, eggplant-based appetizers and its own variation of pizza.For those who are looking to tingle their tastebuds, you can not only sample these and more delicious dishes, but can take part in pasta, cannoli and watermelon eating contests. Local top-r...

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3 w. ago There's a gigantic kite festival happening in Ontario this weekend

A free two-day event coming to scenic rural Ontario is melding classic festival offerings like food, vendors and live music with something you won't find anywhere else: a kite show featuring some of the largest and most unique kites — flown by some of the most talented professionals — in North America.For two days, the Hopeville Kite Festival will take over the skies of Grey County with a bedazzling array of colour and wonder, offering crowds the chance to watch professionals at work, all while enjoying some musical performances, indulging in some handheld eats, and shopping at some local stalls.Organizers are inviting all fliers, and even those who are not, to come out and join in on the fun at what is the largest annual event of its kind in Ontario. They're promising a weekend of great flights, with some special "mega-sized" kites serving as the stars of the show.Local entertainment group Lar...

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4 w. ago Harden welcomes Food Basics to Phase III of Plaza Hawkesbury

HAWKESBURY, Ontario — Harden announces the grand opening of Food Basics, the first tenant of Plaza Hawkesbury – Phase III. This ± 32,000 sq. ft. supermarket, renowned for its competitive prices, opened its doors yesterday, offering the community of Hawkesbury and the surrounding area, a new and affordable quality shopping experience. The expansion of Plaza […]

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