Retail Council of Canada reveals 2024 Grand Prix finalists
Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has announced the finalists of the 2024 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards.
More than 100 products launched into the Canadian market in 2023 have been selected for their contribution to the Canadian grocery landscape.
The 2024 finalists are a testament to consumer preference and industry trends – like high-protein and vegetarian snacking options, sustainable packaging and local sourcing, multicultural flavor profiles and innovative textures, convenient meal solutions, value and affordable choices, and storytelling through packaging.
“Retail Council of Canada is thrilled to showcase the evolution of new products at this year's Awards,” Diane J. Brisebois, president and CEO of RCC, said in a release. “The 2024 finalists epitomize the dynamic nature of our industry, with a clear shift towards sustainability, diverse flavor profiles, and consumer-centric innovations. These products not only meet the changing needs and tastes of Canadians but also signify a leap forward in our journey towards more responsible and inclusive retailing."
Winners will be announced during the Canadian Grand Prix New Products Awards Gala and Dinner on May 29, hosted by Brittnee Balir.
See some of the finalists below. The full list can be viewed here.
FOOD
AB World Foods | Blue Dragon Dipping Sauce
Balzac's Coffee Roasters | Anniversary Blend
Groupe Oatbox Inc. | Barista Oat Beverage
Bel Group Canada Inc. | Boursin Cuisine
Café William | Acting Beyond the Cup
PepsiCo Foods Canada | Cheetos Popcorn Cheddar Jalapeño
Crafty Ramen | Restaurant-Quality Frozen Ramen
Dainty Foods Inc. | Baking Mix, Gluten Free
Demetres | Ice Creams
Hain Celestial Canada | Earth’s Best Organic Puffed Toddler Snacks
Burnbrae Farms Ltd. | EGGBites!
Bae Food Group Ltd. | Fantastic Meat Snack
Cerelia Canada | Jus-Rol Poffitz Pancake Bites
ACH Food Companies Inc. | KEEN No-Bake Energy Bite Mix
PepsiCo Foods Canada | Lay’s Flavours From India Potato Chips
Groupe MAG | Mayonnaise Signature
Chocolat Lamontagne Inc. | Milk Chocolate Pecans with Sea Salt
PepsiCo Foods Canada | Miss Vickie’s All Dressed Up Potato Chips
COWS Creamery | Moo Chips
Burnbrae Farms Ltd. | Naturegg Solar
Biscuits Leclerc Ltd. | Nügabar
Nutrinor Coopérative | Organic Nordic Milk
Hain Celestial Canada | Parm Crisps Snack Mix
O'Sole Mio - Meal Solutions | Pasta Meal Solution
Pelmen Foods | Pelmen Perogies
Oggi Foods | Pinsa Roome
PepsiCo Foods Canada | PopCorners Sweet Chili Popped Corn Chips
Patience Fuit & Co. | SourCran
Big Mountain Foods | Soy-Free Tofu
Buddha Brands | Thirsty Buddha Soda
Hain Celestial Canada | Yves Veggie Cuisine
Plats du Chef ULC - CH Guenther & Son | Egg & Cheese Bites
Rana Meal Solutions Canada Inc. | Rana Seasoned White Chicken & Carbonara Sauce Fettuccine
RECIPE Unlimited Corp. | Swiss Chalet Breaded Chicken Breast Cutlettes
Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P. | Armstrong Nibblers Natural Cheese Snacks
Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P. | Saputo Cheese Fries
The J.M. Smucker Co. | Smucker's Uncrustables
Sirup | Sirup
Three Farmers Foods | Crunchy Lentil Topper
Tim Hortons | Coffee Creamer
Upfield Canada | Becel Plant Butter
NON-FOOD
Carlton Cards | Magic Moments – Butterfly Birthday
Carlton Cards | Papyrus – Birthday Party Window
PRIVATE-LABEL FOOD
Sobeys Inc. | Chalo! Signature Basmati Rice
Sobeys Inc. | Panache L'artista Classic Crackers
Sobeys Inc. | Compliments Mistletoe Wish Cookies
Farm Boy Company Inc. | Ice Cream
Calgary Co-op | Cal & Gary’s Napoli Style Pizza
Calgary Co-op | Cal & Gary’s Pasta Sauce
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. | Co-op Gold Feta Cheese
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. | Co-op Gold Pure Hand-Stretched Pinsa Pizza
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. | Co-op Gold Pure Kombucha
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. | Co-op Gold Shrimp Boil
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. | Co-op In-Store Made Loaf Cakes
Pattison Food Group | Crème Filled Cookies & Sea Salt Caramel Centre
Pattison Food Group | Dill Pickle Hummus
Metro Inc. | Invitations Dealcoholized Wines
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Artisan Goat Cheese
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Artisan Pizzas
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Artisan Crisps
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Asian Noodles
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Dressings
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Fish Poke
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Infused Olive oils
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Limited Edition Ice Creams
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Limited Edition Old-Fashioned Potato Chips
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Maple Log
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Mexican Appetizers
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Milk Chocolate Covered Fruits
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Mini Cheesecakes
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Muffins
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Pork Back Ribs
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Seasonings
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Twists Puff Pastries
Metro Inc. | Irresistibles Vegan Chocolate Bunnies
Metro Inc. | Life Smart Block Cheddar Cheeses
Metro Inc. | Life Smart Naturalia Sustainably Raised Beef
Metro Inc. | Life Smart Organic Smoothie Pucks
Longo's | Curato Focaccia Strips
Pattison Food Group | Only Goodness Cauliflower Pizza Crust Mix
Pattison Food Group | Only Goodness Plant-Based Pasta Sauce Bolognese Style
Metro Inc. | Selection Eco Compostable Wood Utensils
Pattison Food Group | Western Family - Super Sour Gummy Mix
Pattison Food Group | Western Family Authentic Stone Ground Corn Tortilla Chips
Pattison Food Group | Western Family Booster Bowl
Pattison Food Group | Western Family Ice Cream Sandwich
Pattison Food Group | Western Family Mango Chili Chicken
Pattison Food Group | Western Family Signature Uncooked Crab Dip
Rexall Pharmacy Group ULC | Nosh & Co Vegan Zesty Ranch Cashews
Rexall Pharmacy Group ULC | Be Better Apple Juice Infused Cranberries
PRIVATE-LABEL NON-FOOD
Metro Inc. | Life Smart Protein and Greens Vegan Drink Mixes
Metro Inc. | Personnelle Baby Shampoo and Body Wash
Metro Inc. | Personnelle Face Mask Kit
Metro Inc. | Personnelle Knee Support Pillow
Metro Inc. | Personnelle Baby Colic Drops
Rexall Pharmacy Group ULC | Kit Volume Eyelashes
