4 d. ago Ontario’s free trade legislation is a game changer for Canada’s internal trade framework, but more provinces need to get on board

Toronto, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Restaurants Canada congratulates the Ontario government for tabling legislation to remove its Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) exceptions, adopt mutual recognition with reciprocating provinces, liberalize labour mobility and allow direct-to-consumer sales of alcohol. “Every premier in Canada should be looking to Ontario and doing what it did yesterday […]

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9 d. ago Ontario restaurant serves up the biggest nacho plates in Canada

One Ontario pub is making a name for itself by serving up some of the largest nacho plates Canadian diners could possibly get their hands on.If you're anything like me, you agree that there's no such thing as too many nachos, and that's why, while many Toronto residents might be planning to take road trips to many of Ontario's natural wonders or theme parks this summer, I'll be headed to a pub in Paris, Ontario, that serves up the largest plate of nachos in the country.Sure, Toronto may be known for some larger-than-life food and beverage options, like 3.5 L glasses of wine and two-foot-long slices of pizza, you might just want to travel outside of the city to get your hands on this heavyweight champ.Ever since opening in 2008, Paris' Cobblestone Pub has been a go-to in the community for pub comfort food classics and sports game screenings, drawing a cult following from the community and visitors alike for the past 17 years.Not content to settle on the same old standard offerin...

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1 week ago Restaurants Canada is extremely pleased by new loan program and alcohol discount announced in Newfoundland and Labrador’s budget

St. John’s, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Restaurants Canada is very pleased by today’s announcement from the government of Newfoundland and Labrador of a $10 million restaurant loan guarantee program and doubling the alcohol wholesale discounts to 10% for licensed restaurants on wine, spirits and ready-to-drink beverages. These measures will help the province’s more […]

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1 week ago Canadian Franchise Association Announces Winners of the 2025 Awards of Excellence in Franchising

McDonald’s Restaurants of Canada and EverLine Coatings and Services receive top honours at the CFA Awards Gala TORONTO, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is pleased to announce that the Traditional (those with brick-and-mortar locations) and Non-Traditional (those that are mobile or home-based) Grand Prize winners of the 2025 CFA […]

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2 w. ago Canadian ties front and centre for restaurants after decor, menus revamped

As Canadians continue to look for ways to support businesses here at home, some restaurants are making it no secret how their allegiance lies with Canada.

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2 w. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Now Open in Markham, ON with Chaudry Chicken Inc.

Texas-Style Barbecue Heats Up in Canada with New Restaurant at 9570 McCowan Rd Markham, ON, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The wait is over, Markham! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is now open at 9570 McCowan Rd, Unit 003, Markham, ON L3P 8M1, serving up authentic, slow-smoked Texas barbecue. This marks the sixth Dickey’s location for […]

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3 w. ago Hum: Buvette Daphnée is capable of hitting exalted heights of food and service. Don't accept less.

The ByWard Market restaurant has the wine list and the Canada’s 100 Best clout, but after two wildly different visits, it can take more than a reservation to have a great night.

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3 w. ago Letters, March 27: Carney shows he’ll attack oil and gas industry

Is a Ben Shapiro interview good diplomacy? VOTE IN OUR DAILY ONLINE POLL! GUARANTEED NOTHING Carney says he will double the Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program from $5 billion to $10 billion. Only catch is it cannot be invested in oil and gas. That shows you he will attack oil and gas if elected. CURTIS RADCLIFFE […]

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3 w. ago Discover the magic behind Montreal's food scene at these popular spots

Greenhouses and vineyards atop roofs, urban farms and underground speakeasies await

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