Non-food

Connection through cards

Interest in greeting cards is rising, and as essential businesses, grocery stores are emerging as a prime buying spot
P&G tops forecasts as company cuts costs, steps up marketing

Organic volume rose in all segments including beauty, health care and grooming
Tim Hortons offer from Scotties is nothing to sneeze at

Facial tissue maker partners with Tim’s on five-dollar coupon offer
Big Brothers Big Sisters teams up with Loblaw-owned stores for fundraising initiative

Rakhi bracelets were sold at 11 No Frills, Fortinos and Real Canadian Superstores
Grocers step on the gas

Food retailers are going gaga for gas stations.
Saskatchewan urges railways to be ready to transport larger than average crop

Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan suggested there might be more rail capacity because oil and potash production is down
New augmented reality app brings recycling to life

The organization is the latest marketer to test the waters of augmented reality
Abandonment issues: Kitchener considers shopping cart bylaw

City would join Guelph, Mississauga and Ottawa in cities that impose fines on retailers for abandoned carts
Dove challenges the media's portrayal of athletes

Animated billboard in Toronto broadcasts real-time commentary from media outlets
New Compact Minis now launching nationally

Convenience-inspired paper towel rolls perfect for handling smaller messes.
Global task force urges private sector to better disclose climate risks

Report calls for organizations to routinely disclose potential risks and opportunities climate change poses to their business
New DCI conference to focus on trends and innovation

Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) is hosting its first "Annual Summit" conference in Toronto next month.