2 d. ago Canada’s Food System Goes National: Celebrating the People, Innovation and Strength

Media Advisory Ottawa, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Join us for a virtual press conference as “Canada’s Food System: Our Food. Our Future.”, goes national.  This initiative aims to elevate this vital sector that supports our economy and our communities. Developed in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity and industry leaders, this […]

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3 d. ago Food prices in Canada keep rising faster than rate of inflation

No, you haven't been imagining it: your grocery bill may have gotten more expensive recently, at least according to Loblaw's September Food Inflation report, which states that food prices have remained above the general rate of inflation due to external pressures.The report, released on Sept. 30, shows that food inflation in Canada rose 3.5 per cent in August compared to the overall Consumer Price Index (CPI) at 1.9 per cent."Much of this gap is tied to broader global factors — such as commodity volatility, higher transportation and energy costs in the supply chain, and weather-related disruptions affecting produce and meat," reads the report.One of these weather-related disruptions is due to the unusually low rainfall seen in the Atlantic provinces, Quebec, and parts of Ontario. Due to this, Loblaw said that crops like corn, soybeans, blueberries, and root vegetables were "stressed during critical growth phases," which in turn reduced yields, ...

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5 d. ago Canada's Indigenous food scene is bringing local flavours to the table in exciting new ways

Indigenous-owned restaurants, wineries, breweries and cafés offer unique experiences across the country

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9 d. ago Food agency will remain on B.C. ostrich farm while Supreme Court decides whether to allow farmers’ appeal

The SCC usually takes one to three months to decide whether it will grant “leave to appeal”

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9 d. ago Food safety agency staying on at B.C. ostrich farm, warns against violent threats from supporters

The SCC usually takes one to three months to decide whether it will grant ‘leave to appeal’

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1 week ago Protein Industries Canada announces five projects aimed at strengthening Canadian food supply chain

Leading Canadian food, ingredient and beverage companies incorporating more Canadian ingredients in products for commercialization across the country Winnipeg, MB, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Protein Industries Canada announced five projects focused on expanding the availability or use of Canadian-grown and -processed ingredients. Part of the Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain program, the […]

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1 week ago Abstrax and DNA Genetics Unveil Official 24K Gold Signature Series Terpene Profile

Honoring one of the most influential breeders in cannabis history, this release celebrates the global impact of DNA Genetics’ 24K Gold. Irvine, CA, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Abstrax, a global leader in cannabis research and terpene technology, has partnered with internationally renowned breeders, DNA Genetics, to unveil 24K Gold as the latest installment […]

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1 week ago $12B in food and drink exports could be shifted away from U.S.: Farm Credit Canada

Farm Credit Canada has identified $12 billion in food and beverage exports that could be shifted away from the U.S. market as cross-border trade comes under continued strain. The Crown corporation, which provides financing and other services to the agriculture industry, says U.S. tariffs have introduced uncertainty to a relationship that has historically been of […]

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2 w. ago Ten Ig Noble prizes awarded, most for research involving food and alcohol

According to winning researchers, a little alcohol can help you speak a foreign language better, but makes bats into worse fliers

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2 w. ago Silliest science award goes to research on praising narcissists, painting stripes on cows and eating teflon

According to winning researchers, a little alcohol can help you speak a foreign language better, but makes bats into worse fliers

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2 w. ago Team behind hit Anthony Bourdain show unveil new series on Canada's food scenes

The production team behind the hit Anthony Bourdain show Parts Unknown is launching a new docuseries that spotlights Canadian hidden gems.We don't know about you, but there's been a Parts Unknown-shaped hole in our hearts ever since Anthony Bourdain's untimely death in 2018.The show centred around the illustrious Bourdain travelling to the far corners of the world, sampling food that all too often flies under the radar and acquainting himself with the culture.It even led some featured eateries to gain worldwide recognition, like Vietnam's Lunch Lady, which has since gone on to become a hotspot in both Vancouver and Toronto.While no one could possibly replace Bourdain and, thusly, no show could replace Parts Unknown, Canadian fans of the show will soon be treated to something that might just curb the craving.Coming to CBC this October, Locals Welcome is a new docuseries produced by the same team behind Parts Unknown, but this ti...

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2 w. ago Mind behind hit Anthony Bourdain show unveil new series on Canada's food scenes

The Canadian producer behind the hit Anthony Bourdain show Parts Unknown is a part of the team launching a new docuseries that spotlights Canadian hidden gems.We don't know about you, but there's been a Parts Unknown-shaped hole in our hearts ever since Anthony Bourdain's untimely death in 2018.The show centred around the illustrious Bourdain travelling to the far corners of the world, sampling food that all too often flies under the radar and acquainting himself with the culture.It even led some featured eateries to gain worldwide recognition, like Vietnam's Lunch Lady, which has since gone on to become a hotspot in both Vancouver and Toronto.While no one could possibly replace Bourdain and, thusly, no show could replace Parts Unknown, Canadian fans of the show will soon be treated to something that might just curb the craving.Coming to CBC this October, Locals Welcome is a new docuseries produced by the same team behind Parts Unknown, ...

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2 w. ago Food Banks Canada says food insecurity up, but there’s cause for hope

A new report from the charity Food Banks Canada says food insecurity continues to climb, but new government programs could ease financial strain. The organization’s 2025 “Poverty Report Card” gives Canada a failing grade on food insecurity and unemployment, but a slightly more palatable “C” for legislative progress, making the overall mark a “D”. Citing […]

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2 w. ago Salmonella outbreak caused by contact with dogs, food and treats has infected 27 people

Most are in Alberta (13) and B.C. (12). One is in Ontario and another in Northwest Territories

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2 w. ago 6 Ontario finalists named for Air Canada's best new restaurants of 2025

The finalists for Air Canada's Best New Restaurants of 2025 have been revealed, celebrating a slew of new spots from coast to coast.Canada's food scene continues to be on the up-and-up, from getting international attention (like, say, when a certain former prime minister grabs dinner at a Montreal restaurant with a certain space exploring popstar) to inspiring culinary tourism among citizens who are, increasingly, opting to explore on home soil.Since the best new restaurants to open in 2025 range all the way from Newfoundland to B.C., who better to keep their finger on the culinary pulse coast to coast than Air Canada?For the past 23 years, the airline has been doing exactly that, identifying and celebrating the crème de la crème across Canada, using a strict critical framework each year, and the 31 finalists for 2025 have just been released.The top 10 winners will be announced by celebrity chef Chuck Hughes at a special cerem...

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2 w. ago Food insecurity in Canada got worse this year, new report says

Food Bank Canada's 2025 "Poverty Report Card" gives Canada a failing grade on food insecurity and unemployment, but a slightly more palatable "C" for legislative progress.

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2 w. ago Food Banks Canada says food insecurity is up but there’s small cause for hope

A new report from the charity Food Banks Canada says food insecurity continues to climb, but new government programs could ease financial strain. The organization’s 2025 “Poverty Report Card” gives Canada a failing grade on food insecurity and unemployment, but a slightly more palatable “C” for legislative progress, making the overall mark a “D”. Citing […]

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3 w. ago The spotlight on Edmonton Oilers young guns will quickly shift to battles on the big club: 9 Things

With Oilers Rookie camp now well underway and one young gun’s game under their belts, Edmonton’s pre-season has hit its stride. But on a team with back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals appearances, the kids will quickly be overshadowed by the veterans, as only one of two of the prospects will be on the big club this […]

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3 w. ago Canada's largest food can maker opening $80M facility in Chatham

A former packaging plant in Chatham will be back in business producing hundreds of millions of cans, thanks to a Quebec company

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3 w. ago Unilever Food Solutions Unveils the Key Future Menus 2025 Trends in Canada

Canada embraces global food trends with Asian cuisines leading the way TORONTO — Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) proudly brought to life its third annual thought leadership whitepaper, Future Menus, at an exclusive Canadian launch event hosted at Prime Seafood Palace in Toronto. The evening brought together top customers and media to experience firsthand the four […]

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