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Ferrero Canada promotes David Rabu

Rabu is stepping into a newly created role with the company and will report to president Alessandro Natola
Federated Co-op buying 181 Husky retail fuel stations

Federated Co-op says this $264-million deal is the largest acquisition in its history
PepsiCo Foundation contributes to B.C. flood recovery efforts

Grant to Canadian Red Cross will help carry out relief activities throughout the province
CEO panel addresses industry labour shortage

Empire's Michael Medline, Longo's Anthony Longo and Calgary Co-op's Ken Keelor share thoughts on recruiting and retaining staff during Canadian Grocer’s GroceryConnex conference
Walmart Canada acquires Foodmaestro to personalize online shopping

Data platform makes it easier for consumers with allergies and specific dietary needs to find food products online
One Tang brand Sweet Apricot Kernel recalled due to cyanide danger

The recalled product was sold in B.C.
Lactalis-Kraft Heinz cheese deal closes

Deal marks Lactalis Canada's foray into the grated cheese category
Global maple syrup shortage forces Quebec to release half its strategic reserve

Demand for maple syrup has increased over the last year and now the U.S. is tapping into the province's reserve
B.C. fruit and vegetable growers face uncertainty after floods

Recent storms have caused considerable damage to crops and it could take years to repair
Dairy Farmers of Ontario once again puts the focus on families

New advertising in its two-year-old “Dairy Done Right” platform features one of its more than 3,400 dairy farming families
Goodness Me! renovates Hamilton flagship store

Natural foods retailer wants refreshed store to be a community hub
Food Basics debuts in Porcupine, Ont.

Located just outside of Timmins, it is the discount banner’s 142nd store