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WELCOME FROM THE CHAIR OF GSF WEST LIVE RETAILER CONNECT Welcome to the 31st edition of Grocery & Specialty Food West virtual meetings and conference – GSF WEST LIVE Retailer Connect! This year’s theme is Grocery Redefined, reflecting the altering landscape of the business, from technology to product assortment, the grocery industry is constantly changing and adapting to consumers’ needs. The GSF West show has pivoted itself as well and will be offered virtually, using an A.I.-powered matchmaking meeting platform, where grocery can continue to gather online to do business. This year’s workshops and morning conference sessions will provide you with data and insights into how to drive the industry forward. Like the showrooms and meetings, all sessions will be available on demand following the two-day live event for 28 days until June 9, meetings can still be made! Be sure to attend all the sessions for invaluable insights on HR/ staffing, tech, sustainability and more. On Tuesday retail experts Neil Stern, and Amanda Lai of McMillanDoolittle will give attendees an overview of the store trends post pandemic. Harold Lloyd will also provide everyone his top tips for building your average transaction size. Be sure to catch digital tech expert, Amber Mac, who will provide information on disruptive technologies. Using the A.I. powered matchmaking platform, attendees can preschedule meetings in various showrooms. Retailers will be able to collaborate and discover products and solutions to meet your changing business needs. Join the industry for the networking Mix and Mingle event on May 11, where the best grocers coast to coast will be feted at the Independent Grocer of the Year awards. GSF West Live is the only grocery retailing event where you find all your business needs - to get your product on and off the shelf and into baskets. Visit the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers’ showroom and find out how the association can assist your business goals. We look forward to seeing you at the show! Sincerely,
RON WELKE, ASSOCIATE VICE-PRESIDENT, FOOD FEDERATED CO-OPERATIVES LIMITED
Chair, Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers Fédération Canadienne des Epiciers Indépendants WWW.CFIG.CA
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CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 3...............Welcome Message 5...............General Information .................& CFIG Staff 6...............CFIG Board of Directors 7...............CFIG Associate .................Members’ Council 12............How to for Attendees 17............Sponsors Acknowledgement CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW 8.............. Program: Keynotes, ................ Workshops and Events 10........... Speakers’ Spotlight EXHIBITOR LISTINGS 14............Exhibitors by Company Name 18............Exhibitors by Product Category
GSF WEST LIVE RETAILER CONNECT VIRTUAL MEETINGS & CONFERENCE Presented by:
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105 - 401 Gordon Baker Road North York, ON M2H 3P8 Tel: 1-800-661-2344 | Fax: 416-492-2347 Email: info@cfig.ca | WWW.CFIG.CA
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TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2021 [CONFERENCE]
8:00AM – 10:15AM PST (11:00AM – 1:15PM EST)
GROCERY INNOVATIONS CANADA 2021
[SHOWROOM MEETINGS]
WWW.GROCERYINNOVATIONS.COM
10:00AM – 5:00PM PST (1:00PM – 8PM EST)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2021 [CONFERENCE]
8:00AM -10:15AM PST (11:00AM – 1:15PM EST)
GROCERY & SPECIALTY FOOD WEST 2022
Monday, April 25 & Tuesday, April 26, 2022
[SHOWROOM MEETINGS]
10:00AM – 4:30PM PST (1:00PM – 7:30PM EST)
CFIG STAFF
THOMAS SHURRIE
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NANCY KWON
JOE SAWAGED
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO and to the VP of Finance and Administration
NICOLE FANG
DIANA STEVENSON
GARY SANDS
JESSICA HERDSMAN
Registration, Events and Operations Coordinator
ROLSTER TAYLOR
President & CEO
ANDREA ALMARZA
Senior Vice President, Public Policy and Advocacy
FRAN NIELSEN
Vice President, Finance & Administration
Vice President, Marketing & Communications Multimedia Designer
Director, Member Services & Industry Relations Director, Conference & Events Director, Sales
IRMELI KOSKINEN
Coordinator, Member Services
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2021 CFIG BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG) is governed by a Board of Directors elected from the membership and reflecting a regional distribution. A national office consisting of the President and staff implement the federation’s operations in a manner consistent with the policies established by the Board. The Board and the President also receive ongoing input from advisory committees consisting of members established across Canada.
*THOMAS SHURRIE President & CEO, CFIG, Toronto, ON
*DAN BREGG Buy-Low Foods, Surrey, BC
PIERO CARBONE Garden Foods Bolton Ltd., Bolton, ON
BILL COLEMAN Coleman Group of Companies, Corner Brook, NL
ERIN HIGDON Powell’s Supermarket Ltd., Bay Roberts, NL
BROOKE KYNOCH Safety Mart Foods, Chase, BC
CHRISTOPHER LEE Southside Market AG Foods, Revelstoke, BC
*MIKE LONGO Longo Bros. Fruit Markets, Vaughan, ON
*CHRISTY MCMULLEN Summerhill Market, Toronto, ON
*JAMIE NELSON Save-On-Foods, Langley, BC
JUSTIN SCHLEY Quality Foods, Errington, BC
CRAIG SOLLITT The Bownesian Grocer, Calgary, AB
*GIANCARLO TRIMARCHI Vince’s Market, Newmarket, ON
TOM VESELY Westlock Sobeys, Westlock, AB
*RON WELKE Federated Co-operatives Ltd., Saskatoon, SK
DOMINIC ARSENAULT IGA Coaticook, Coaticook,, QC
RICK RABBA The J. Rabba Company Ltd., Mississauga, ON
ANTHONY GRECO Concord Food Cemtre & Oak Ridges Food Markets Thornhill, ON
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2021 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS’ COUNCIL
Co-operation and communication between supplier and retailer have become increasingly important in grocery retail. CFIG’s Associate Members’ Council (AMC) has in turn become more integral to the direction of the federation. The Associate Members’ Council is a group of senior executives representing a variety of Canadian grocery product companies. The AMC meets quarterly and provides professional guidance to the Board of Directors on industry news and trends.
CHRIS POWELL Chair, Sr. VP, Business Development, Tree of Life Canada
DAVID BLACKMORE VP Sales, Procter & Gamble Inc.
PETER BOWMAN SVP Retail & Food Service Sales Saputo Dairy Products of Canada
GREG COLES Chief Customer Officer, Nestlé Canada Inc.
NANISS GADEL-RAB VP Customer Development, Unilever Canada
JIM KELLY VP, Retail Sales, Kraft Heinz Company
TODD JOHNSTON VP Customer Sales, Lactalis
JOHN KOTSOPOULOS VP Sales & Trade Marketing, The J.M. Smucker Foods of Canada Corp.
SCOTT LORIMER Sr. VP Retail Sales, Maple Leaf Foods
MIKE LUST VP Customer Development, PepsiCo Foods Canada
SAM MAGNACCA VP Customer Development, Acosta Canada
MICHEL MANSEAU Past Chair, Sr. VP & GM Consumer Business, Kruger Products LP
TIM MCNERNEY Sr. VP, National Sales & Consumer Marketing, Coca-Cola Refreshments
VINCE MENDES DE FRANCA VP Sales, General Mills Canada
KEVIN RIESCHI Director, Client Solutions & Partnerships, Interac Corp.
ERIN ROONEY VP Sales & Marketing, McCormick Canada
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2021 GSF WEST CONFERENCE VIRTUAL SESSIONS PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2021 KEYNOTES WORKSHOPS/KEYNOTES ROOM
8:00AM – 8:30AM PST (11:00AM -11:30AM EST)
GROCERY LEADERSHIP REDEFINED: LEADING WITH PURPOSE TO DISRUPT YOUR ORGANIZATION AND SEIZE OPPORTUNITIES
Being purpose-driven was a compelling leadership imperative due to changing consumer beliefs, increasingly digital shopping habits, new employee mindsets, and a fundamental shift in the definition of the corporation itself. This session will identify and incorporate behaviours that will help you stay on top.
AWARDS & NETWORKING (ALL WELCOME) GALA ROOM 12:00PM PST (3:00PM EST) [Mix n’ Mingle]
12:15PM – 1:15PM PST (3:15PM – 4:15PM EST)
[Canadian Independent Grocer of the Year Awards] Brought to you by:
Presented by Ron Tite, Purpose-Driven Leadership & Marketing Expert Brought to you by:
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8:35AM – 9:05AM PST (11:35AM – 12:05PM EST) FORMATS AND STORE DESIGN – WHAT’S DRIVING RETAIL INNOVATION?
When looking at retail across the globe, there are clear indicators that the industry is changing at an accelerated pace. We’ll look at the macro trends impacting the retail industry, from demographic and societal changes to the role of technology and the growth of e-commerce to the impact of the pandemic on shopper behaviours. We then provide examples of a wide range of innovative grocery concepts with a focus on examples from small to mid-sized chains that demonstrate what the future of retail will look like. The examples provide a practical roadmap to what it will take to win at retail in the future.
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TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2021 & WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2021 (PLUS AVAILABLE 28 DAYS UNTIL JUNE 9!)
Presented by Neil Stern, Good Food Holdings and Amanda Lai, McMillanDoolittle Brought to you by:
WORKSHOPS WORKSHOPS/KEYNOTES ROOM 9:10AM – 9:40AM PST (12:10PM – 12:40PM EST) [Policy Issues] MEMBER AND POLICY UPDATE
An overview of the key issues and concerns facing the sector and independents. Presented by Tom Shurrie, and Gary Sands, CFIG.
9:45AM – 10:15AM PST (12:45PM – 1:15PM EST) [HR] ACCESSIBILITY IN GROCERY:
SHOWROOM MEETINGS
TUESDAY: 10:00AM – 5:00PM PST (1:00PM – 8:00PM EST) WEDNESDAY: 10:00AM – 4:30PM PST (1:00PM – 7:30PM EST)
MAY 12 AT 12:00PM PST (3PM EST)
TOP 10 IN GROCERY ANNOUNCEMENT
Why it makes good business sense to have an accessible online and in-store experience for customers with disabilities and resources for grocers. Presented by Trish Kelly, The Presidents Group Brought to you by:
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2021 GSF WEST CONFERENCE VIRTUAL SESSIONS PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2021
EDUCATION CENTRE SESSIONS
KEYNOTES WORKSHOPS/KEYNOTES ROOM
AVAILABLE ON-DEMAND 24/7 FROM MAY 11-JUNE 9 Presented by:
8:00AM – 8:30AM PST (11:00AM -11:30AM EST)
THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE CANADIAN FOOD CONSUMER
Although COVID-19 has been the dominant story for 2020 and 2021 thus far, climate change is the defining challenge of our time. How do consumers view this challenge and what actions are they willing to take when it comes to their eating and shopping habits? Joel Gregoire of Mintel will examine how as businesses look to do their part for the planet, the consumer cannot be left out of the equation.
[Independents] COMPETING AS AN INDEPENDENT:
From highlighting local to using your social media channels. Presented by Neil Stern, Good Food Holdings and Amanda Lai, McMillanDoolittle
[Consumer Trends] GROCERY IQ 2021: TAKING STOCK OF GROCERY SHOPPER ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIOURS
EnsembleIQ shares the results from the Canadian Grocer 2021 Grocery IQ Study examining shopper attitudes and behaviours.
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8:35AM – 9:05AM PST (11:35AM –12:05PM EST)
Presented by Beth Brickel, EnsembleIQ
RELENTLESS ADAPTATION IN THE AGE OF COVID-19: 3 TECH TRENDS IN A STATE OF ACCELERATION.
[Basket Size] UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPT OF ‘FLOW AND FOCUS’
Amber Mac will dive into the future of consumer and business communication, transportation, and automation. This will include why we’re seeing a high-tech fast-tracking of everything from e-commerce to robotics to customer service. Amber’s focus will include what is happening here and in other parts of the world that are embracing our fast future.
(and Build Your Average Transaction Size).
Presented by Harold Lloyd, Harold Lloyd Presents
[Store Managers] THE TWO SIDES OF THE LEADERSHIP COIN: Employee Recognition and Progressive Discipline. Presented by Harold Lloyd, Harold Lloyd Presents
Presented by Amber Mac, digital maverick, entrepreneur Brought to you by:
[Grocery Policy] HOT TOPICS FROM THE GROCERY AISLE
WORKSHOPS WORKSHOPS/KEYNOTES ROOM
Presented by Sylvain Charlebois, Agri-Food Analytics Lab, Dalhousie University
From the Code to sustainability, an overview of the biggest issues in grocery.
9:10AM – 9:40AM PST (12:10PM –12:40PM EST)
[Packing & Sustainability] PLASTICS 101: SINGLE USE PLASTICS & CANADA’S PLASTIC BAN.
8C’s Model of Customer Experience Will be Used as a Framework.
Presented by Jerry Gao, LEAF Environmental Products.
[Consumer Insights] ENGINEERING A WINNING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
Presented by Neil Stern, Good Food Holdings and Amanda Lai, McMillanDoolittle
9:45AM – 10:15AM PST (12:45PM – 1:15PM EST)
[Demographic Insights] REDEFINING THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF RELATIONSHIPS
Amber Mac shares what the next generation wants from retailers. This session will dive into the future of building digital-first and in-person relationships for a Gen Z audience. Amber will share practical steps to build new skills to recognize opportunities to design a more personalized customer experience through the lens of technology.
Information on plastics and the plastic ban from the federal consultation process.
[E-Grocery/Supply Chain] INNOVATE AND IMPROVE YOUR E-GROCERY STRATEGY: Optimize Your Supply Chain Down
to the Last Mile. This session looks at opportunities to automate through software and micro-fulfillment technology to meet shopper expectations, reduce labour requirements, effectively manage inventory, increase profitability, and build a truly competitive supply chain strategy. Presented by Christoph Buchmann, Dematic
Presented by Amber Mac, digital maverick, entrepreneur Brought to you by:
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SPEAKERS AT GSF WEST LIVE RETAILER CONNECT 2021
BETH BRICKEL EnsembleIQ
Beth Brickel, Sr. Research Director, EnsembleIQ. Beth brings more than 20 years of market and customer research experience to EnsembleIQ and holds a Masters of Marketing Research (MMR) degree from Southern Illinois University. Her industry experience encompasses CPG, retail, restaurant, healthcare, education, media, and non-profits foundations.
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Professor, Food Distribution and Policy, Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University; Scientific Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab Known as “The Food Professor”, Sylvain’s current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. He is one of the world’s most cited scholars in food supply chain management, DR. SYLVAIN CHARLEBOIS food value chains and traceability. Dalhousie University
JOEL GREGOIRE Mintel
TRISH KELLY The Presidents Group
Joel Gregoire, Associate Director, Food and Drink, Mintel Joel has over 18 years of experience working in market research, 15 of which focused on what matters to Canadians in terms of how they eat and drink. Heading up Mintel’s food and drink team in Canada, Joel has personally authored over 50 reports on various topics related to food and drink during his tenure.
Amber Mac, Writer, Podcaster, Entrepreneur and Digital Maverick. Amber’s understanding of disruptive technologies helps companies anticipate lightning-quick changes as they come—from Artificial Intelligence to social media, to Amazon-era retail. AMBER MAC Writer, Podcaster, Entrepreneur and Digital Maverick
Neil Z. Stern, CEO, Good Food Holdings and Partner Emeritus at McMillanDoolittle. Neil is the CEO of Good Food Holdings, which operates premium and natural & organic supermarkets banners: Bristol Farms, Lazy Acres Natural Market, Metropolitan Market, New Seasons Market, and New Leaf Community Markets. He is also the partner emeritus at McMillanDoolittle. NEIL Z. STERN Good Food Holdings & McMillanDoolittle
Trish Kelly, Sr. Accessibility Consultant, The Presidents Group. Trish is the senior accessibility consultant at the Presidents Group, a network of business leaders committed to employing people with disabilities. Previously, she spent several decades in the food sector, helping socially responsible companies like Capers Markets, Horizon Distributors and Left Coast Naturals improve their community impact.
CHRISTOPH BUCHMANN Dematic
Amanda Lai, Sr. Manager, McMillanDoolittle. At McMillanDoolittle, a Chicago-based consultancy serving the retail industry, Amanda manages the company’s food retail practice and supports strategic planning, retail concept development, consumer research, and real estate analysis for a diverse range of retail clients.
RON TITE Church+State
Harold C. Lloyd, Harold Lloyd Presents Harold has been the featured speaker at the food industry’s most popular events. He has created 30 top-rated seminars and written four books. He has also created and currently facilitates nine industry related share groups.
JERRY GAO LEAF Environmental Products
Ron Tite, Purpose-Driven Leadership and Marketing Expert. Named one of the “Top 10 Creative Canadians” by Marketing Magazine, Ron has been an award-winning advertising writer and creative director for some of the world’s most respected brands, including Air France, Evian, Hershey, Johnson & Johnson, Kraft, Intel.
Jerry Gao, President LEAF Environmental Products Jerry started LEAF in 2017 when he saw the urgency of the plastics pollution problem across Canada. He loves raising awareness through education and is actively involved in Canada's Federal Consultation for the upcoming Plastic Ban.
AMANDA LAI McMillanDoolittle
HAROLD C. LLOYD Harold Lloyd Presents
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Christoph Buchmann, Regional Account Manager, Dematic. For more than a decade Christoph has worked in the supply chain industry at a global level, gaining exposure to supply chain and logistics operations across diverse markets. With a strong engineering background, Christoph combines his experience in both sales and project management to focus on developing automated system solutions in supply chain.
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GSF WEST LIVE RETAILER CONNECT ATTENDEE GUIDE LIVE SHOW DATES MAY 11 & 12, 2021
PLATFORM UP FOR 28 DAYS LATER (UNTIL JUNE 9, 2021)
GSF WEST LIVE Retailer Connect creates virtual showcase meeting rooms to display product, promote your brands and meet with buyers to do business for 30 days! Featuring exclusive A.I.-Powered matchmaking & pre-scheduled meetings to maximize business connections and networking.
WHAT IS THE COST TO ATTEND?
PROVEN GSF RETAILER CONNECT 1:1 OR GROUP MEETINGS
• Pre-scheduled 1:1 GSF Retailer Connect meetings • Our proven Retailer Connect meetings now available virtually to all retailers & exhibitors. • Create a meeting instantly when a buyer enters your showroom • Showrooms and meeting platforms open 24/7 for 30 days (May 11- June 9, 2021)
HOW DO THE MEETINGS WORK?
• 1:1 and Group Meetings Made Simple. Complete your profile when registering. • Answer a few questions (NOTE: Retailers will complete similar questions to create matches) • Based on matches, a schedule of 20-minute meetings to accept or decline are created. • Meetings end after 20 minutes to ensure buyer participation • 20-minute meetings also allow for more meetings to be held • If you need to continue a meeting, simply meet in your showroom via video-chat. • Your meetings are face to face and held via video. • You can video meet, share images, documents... and do business!
CAN I CREATE MEETINGS ON THE FLY?
Video chat is available in all showrooms. Any buyer entering a Showroom can request a meeting using video chat.
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To qualify for a Showroom Only – Retail pass, you must work for any full independent, franchised or corporate grocery store operating in at least four departments of the following: dry grocery, produce, meat, frozen, dairy, bakery, or deli. If you register for a Retail Showroom Pass and you do not meet these requirements, your registration will be canceled. All registrations are subject to approval.
WHAT IS THE ATTENDEE JOURNEY?
1. Sign in through the login page found in your email invitation. 2. From the supermarket lobby, go to meetings in showrooms, attend education centre sessions, or keynotes/workshops. 3. Attendees can explore the New Product Showcases & vote for their favourite products competing for the Top 10 in Grocery Award.
HOW DO PRE-SCHEDULED 1:1 OR GROUP MEETINGS WORK? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Search your recommended match. Click the MEET button. Set up meeting date & time. Request a meeting. Meeting request is sent to the other party to confirm the meeting and to add to their calendar. 6. Reminder email is sent for day of meeting. 7. Countdown to start of meeting on the platform. TO SEE DEMOS AND MORE, GO TO WWW.GSFSHOW.COM
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EXHIBITOR LISTINGS CFIG MEMBER
✪ SHOW SPECIAL
9272 4285 QUEBEC INC. (MAPLE 3)
325 5e rue Ste. 101 Ville de Quebec, QC G1L 2R8 T: (514) 805-9890 E: info@maple3.ca www.maple3.ca Maple 3, pioneers in the production of maple water are proud to introduce a new range of organic Sparkling Maple Waters in 3 delicious flavours.
ARCADIA IMPORTS LTD.
21 Cosway Court Toronto, ON M9C 2G3 T: (416) 626-1061 E: ArcadiaInfo@ArcadiaImports.ca www.ArcadiaImports.ca TARTA - Sweet Balsamic Seltzers; BELLA LUCIA - Gluten Free & Handmade Pizzelle;OLYMPUS Organic Greek Mountain Teas
A LASSONDE INC. 170, 5th Ave. Rougemont, QC J0L 1M0 T: (888) 477-6663 E: info.sales@lassonde.com www.lassonde.com/en/ Our Mission: Serve North American families with food and beverages that are both delicious and good for health and wellbeing. ACOSTA
2700 Matheson Blvd E., East Tower , Ste. 101 Mississauga, ON L4W 4V9 T: (416) 200-0972 E: smagnacca@acosta.com www.Acosta.com Acosta is a Global full service sales broker, with expertise in Headquarter Selling, Retail Sales & Merchandising, Business Solutions & Insights and Marketing.
ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS 7455 132nd St. Surrey, BC. V3W 1J8 T: (604) 507-3201 E: jennifer.hutchinson@ advantagesolutions.net www.advantagesolutions.net Advantage Solutions represents brands from dry goods, frozen, condiments, beverages, personal care, weight management, household products, baking, confectionary, seafood, and breakfast items. AFFILIATED INDEPENDENTS LOBLAW COMPANIES LIMITED
1 Presidents Choice Circle Brampton, ON L6Y 5S5 T: (647) 642-3548 E: business.development@loblaw.ca www.freshmart.ca Loblaw Companies Limited has a long history of supporting independent retailers through wholesale programs. Our Independent Buying Program can be an added-value to your operation.
AMERLUX, LLC
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Manufacturer of innovative lighting solutions that captivates, inspires, and commands attention. Enhancing retail, commercial, hospitality and supermarket environments.
APEX TRADES INC.
2383 rue guenette Saint-Laurent, QC H4R 2E9 T: (514) 336-4145 E: info@apextrades.ca www.apextrades.ca Apex Trades Inc. imports and distributes fine food products to a variety of food chain-stores.
ASSOCIATED GROCERS 7100 44th Stl SE. Calgary, AB T2C 2V7 T: (587) 229-3872 E: brody_powell@associatedgrocers.ca www.associatedgrocers.ca Today, Associated Grocers is the leading grocery wholesale company in Western Canada serving Independent retail locations in BC, Alberta & Saskatchewan. Associated Grocers part of The Pattison Food Group is a proud member of CFIG
✪ BAICORP FINANCIAL INC.
1290 Cornwall Road Oakville, ON L6J 7W5 T: (905) 844-8820 E: team@baicorp.ca www.baicorp.ca Baicorp has created The Benefit Aisle, a group benefit insurance program underwritten exclusively for Independent Grocery Retailers.
BATAVIA VENTURES INC.
800 - 15355 24th Ave. Surrey, BC. V4A 2H9 T: (604) 612-9662 E: info@batavia.ca www.batavia.ca Authorized Canadian Distributor of East Forest Kenari Nuts.
BINBREEZE
4860 Excelsior Rd. Victoria, BC V8N 4E2 T: (250) 880-2299 E: Taylor@BinBreeze.ca www.binbreeze.ca NEW Fruit-Fly & Odor Eliminating Food Waste Powder! Dragon’s Den dealmaker, BinBreeze is the world’s first organic compost powder. Launched 2020, BinBreeze is sold nationwide!
BURNBRAE FARMS LTD. 3356 Country Rd. 27 Lyn, On K0E 1M0 T: (800) 666-5979 E: general@burnbraefarms.com www.burnbraefarms.com A sixth generation Canadian family business that sells eggs and egg products to major grocery chains, food service operations and large bakery/industrial customers. CARE BAKERY
T: Kerry Bennett (403) 801-7535 E: kerrybennett@carebakery.com www.carebakery.com
Care Bakery products are meant to provide you with gluten-free alternatives. Chef made, chef endorsed!
CANADIAN GROCER
20 Eglinton Ave. W. Toronto, ON. M4R 1K8 T: (877) 687-7321 E: contactus@canadiangrocer.com www.canadiangrocer.com Canadian Grocer is the #1 magazine, website and e-newsletter for the Canadian grocery industry, with an audience of 201,583 retailers and decision makers.
CAVENDISH FARMS 100 Midland Dr. Dieppe, NB E1A 6X4 T: (888) 883-7437 E: hudson.linda@cavendishfarms.com www.cavendishfarms.com At Cavendish Farms we pride ourselves on high quality products, exceeding our customer’s needs, and strong relationships with growers in our communities. CF&R SERVICES INC. 1920 Clements Rd. Pickering, ON L1W 3V6 T: (905) 426-3891 E: phrancis@cfrservices.com www.cfrserevices.com CF&R Services is celebrating 30 years of providing a variety of marketing and fulfillment services - including Coupon Redemption, E-Commerce, Sampling, Direct Mail, and more! CHA’S ORGANICS
3700 Saint-Patrick St. Suite 234 Montreal, QC H4E 1A2 T: Fanny Perret (514) 458-1075 E: fanny@chasorganics.com www.chasorganics.com
COCA-COLA LTD. 335 King Street E. Toronto, ON M5A 1L1 T: (800) 218-2653 E: sellcoke@cokecanada.com www.coca-colacanada.ca/en/coca-cola/ We bring people the brands and beverages that make everyday moments more enjoyable. COLNUCK LTD.
14225 130 Ave.NW. Edmonton, AB T5L 4K8 T: (866) 594-2247 E: info@colnuck.com www.colnuck.com A leading supplier of custom reusable bags made from a varierty of environmentally friendly materials.
CRAVE STEVIA
1721 Kidson Rd. Nanaimo, BC V9S 3H1 T: (778) 762-0888 E: sales@bvsales.ca www.cravestevia.ca All-natural products, sweetened with Stevia. Organic Liquid flavours, baking goods and chocolate bars. Made in BC.
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CRAZY D’S SPARKLING PREBIOTIC BEVERAGES
2240 Gerrard Street E Toronto, ON M4E 2E1 T: Darren Portelli (416) 414-7661 E: darren@crazydlabs.com www.crazydlabs.com
DAKSHA’S GOURMET SPICES LTD.
107-1759 Sean Heights Saanichton, BC V8M 0A5 T: (778) 426-1441 E: daksha@spicesgourmet.com www.spicesgourmet.com Freshly ground12 varieties of Indian Curry Mixes such as Butter Chicken, Korma, Aloo Gobi etc. along with Chai and Chai Latte. Simple and easy.
DANONE CANADA 100 Rue de Lauzon Boucherville, QC. J4B 1E6 T: (604) 219-5969 E: serviceclientele-canada@danone.com www.danone.ca Danone Canada is the producer of top essential dairy and plant-based brands like Activia, Oikos, Silk, So Delicious, and International Delight.
✪ DEMATIC
6750 Century Ave. Ste. 302 Mississauga, ON L5N 2V8 T: (877) 567-7300 E: natalie.nimchand@dematic.com www.dematic.com Learn about automation, from software to micro-fulfillment technology. Meet the changing needs of digital consumers while maximizing labour and managing major business shifts in e-commerce.
DIGI CANADA INC. 87 Moyal Crt. Concord, ON L4K 4R8 T: (888) 587-8221 E: sales@ca.digi-group.com www.digisystem.com/ca/en/ DIGI CANADA Inc. is a proven global leader in the food industry for over 25 years offering across-the-store solutions from quality weigh-wraplabeling equipment to consumables. DION HERBS & SPICES
801 montée st-nicolas St-Jérome, QC J7Y 4C7 T: (450) 569-8001 E: info@dionspices.com www.epicesdion.com/en/ We offer an impressive range of over 450 varieties of different herbs & spices in a stackable innovative container! (Non-irradiated, MSG and Gluten Free)
DISTRIBUTION CANADA INC. 3425 Harvester Rd. Ste. 102c Burlington, ON L7N 3N1 T: (905) 681-3933 E: admin@distributioncanada.ca www.distributioncanada.ca DCI is a national organization of retailers and wholesalers that fosters collaborative selling relationships.
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✪ ELEMENTS BRAZIL
Unit 170, 5489 Byrne Rd. Burnaby, BC V5J 3J1 T: (604) 721-3557 E: info@elementsbrazil.com www.elementsbrazil.com We are importers and distributors. We have over 330 Brazilian products in our portfolio, some locally made and some imported.
EVERREAL
4-10 Pacific Crt. London, ON N5V 3K4 T: (519) 200-2387 E: info@everreal.ca www.everreal.ca Real Sips: we’ve stripped out the packaging and water and focused on ingredients to make beverages that are packed full of flavour, nutrition and fun.
FEDERATED INSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA
3100 Bl. Le Carrefour Laval, QC. H7T 2K7 T: (514) 730-6781 E: mauro.ditullio@federated.ca www.federated.ca Federated Insurance offers customized insurance solutions designed for the grocery store industry, featuring industry-leading coverage such as product recall, transit, computerized equipment and infestation.
✪ GOLDEN WEST FOOD GROUP
4401 S Downey Rd. Vernon , CA 90058 T: (323) 581-3663 E: Dezireem@gwfg.com www.gwfg.com Providing the highest quality food and beverage products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh,nutritious ingredients and the promotion of eco–friendly business practices.
✪ GOOD NATURED PRODUCTS INC.
814 - 470 Granville St. Vancouver. BC. V6C 1V5 T: (877) 286-0617 E: info@goodnaturedproducts.com www.goodnaturedproducts.com Good Natured is one of North America’s leading earth-friendly product and packaging companies designing & manufacturing products made from plant-based renewable resources.
✪ GREENER VALLEY TRADING LTD. 1436 Seaspray Blvd. Nanaimo, BC V9X 1P5 T: (250) 797-5717 E: Gary@greenervalley.com www.greenervalley.com Seagrass Bags are the perfect ecofriendly solution for shopping bags. Strong, durable and beautiful.
12- 1425 Cariboo Pl. Kamloops, BC V2C 5Z3 T: (250) 377-7555 E: info@freshisbest.ca www.freshisbest.ca Western Canada food manufacturer making a line of fresh salsas, specialty dips, tortilla chips, taco shells, and hot sauces.
GROCERY BUSINESS MAGAZINE PO Box 23103 Longworth PO Bowmanville, ON L1C 0H0 T: (905) 697-0467 E: admin@grocerybusiness.ca www.grocerybusiness.ca Grocery Business Magazine is Canada’s leading grocery publication and eNews provider, serving independents across Canada with trending information they can use to increase profit.
FRYLOW CANADA
HARDY BUOYS SMOKED FISH INC.
FRESH IS BEST SALSA & CO
2289 Deerbrush Cr. Victoria, BC V8L 0C5 T: (250) 589-8338 E: chris@frylow.com www.frylow.com Frylow is available for use in commercial deep fryers. Frylow extends the fry oil‘s lifespan, drastically reducing oil costs in addition to improving food quality.
P.O. Box 401 Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 T: (250) 949-1713 E: sales@hardybuoys.com www.hardybuoys.com Value added seafood processing. Specializing in hot smoked and salmon jerky. Wholesale, Retail Food Service Custom & Private Label. CFIA Federally registered, Kosher, Oceanwise.
✪ FUTURE ENTERPRISES PTD. LTD.
HEIDELBERG FOODS LTD.
710, 20 Shallmar Blvd. Toronto, ON M5N1J5 T: (403) 389-1724 E: ajayhanda@foodempire.com www.foodempire.com Kracks Potato Chips are a delightful snack made with the highest quality ingredients in a wide range of bold and delicious flavours.
GENERAL MILLS CANADA CORP.
1875 Buckhorn Gate, Ste. 201 Mississauga, ON L4W 5N9 T: (905) 212-4000 E: kimberley.roy@genmills.com www.generalmills.ca General Mills, Making Food The World Loves! Join us as we build excitement for your customers with our newest products.
1035 Reitzel Pl. St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 T: (519) 664-3512 E: info@heidelbergfoods.com www.heidelbergfoods.com We specialize in premium quality, shelf stable deli meat products and meat snacks. All products are made from the finest ingredients and naturally wood smoked.
✪ HIBISCUS FOODS INC.
9 -1850 Kingsway Ave. Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 1S6 T: (604) 345-4505 E: info@morgansharbour.ca www.morgansharbour.ca Artisanal Jamaican Patties created with wholesome ingredients in 3 kinds: Spicy Beef, Curry Chicken, and Stewpeas Vegan. Designed for the freezer.
✪ HILARY’S SALESMASTER INC
565 Edgeley Blvd. Concord, ON L4K 4G4 T: (800) 668-6451 E: ybourgeois@ybsales.ca www.hilarys.ca Canadian Distributor of 5-Hour Energy Shots, Pathwater and Atmosphere Surface Wipes, Hand Sanitizers, Face masks and Alcohol Wipes
✪ HOUSE OF INDONESIA 310 Cordova St.W. Vancouver, BC V6B 1E8 T: (604) 696-6322 E: itpc@indonesiavancouver.org www.itpcvancouver.com House of Indonesia is an integrated gateway that serves as a onestop platform to doing business with Indonesia through business facilitation, networking and matchmaking forum. HOWELL DATA SYSTEMS
103 - 3011 Underhill Ave. Burnaby, BC V5A 3C2 T: (800) 410-6871 E: sales@howelldatasystems.com www.howelldatasystems.com Point of Sale Solutions with integrated E-Commerce, Mobile App, Self Serve Kiosk, Chain Management Solutions, Deli/Meat & Bakery Scales, DVR security systems and more.
KEURIG DR PEPPER #101 - 953 W. 8th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E4 T: (778) 989-8419 E: stimothydancer@gmail.com www.keurigdrpepper.ca Keurig Dr Pepper is a leading producer and distributor of hot and cold beverages for any occasion.
✪ KINDRED CULTURES INC. 118 W 6th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K6 T: (604) 790-5958 E: hello@kindredcultures.ca www.kindredcultures.ca Good Health through Gut Health. One rainbow at a time. Kindred Cultures ferments a rainbow of delicious Water Keifer. ✪ KOOTENAY BAYOU SAUCES LTD. 464041 RR 35 Winfield, AB T0C 2X0 T: (403) 437-4872 E: corey@kootenaybayou.com www.kootenaybayou.com World award winning, natural, healthy, hand crafted, small batch, best you ever had, Hot Sauce! KOTRA
780-999 Canada Pl. Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1 T: (604) 683-1820 E: jinsol@kotra.or.kr www.kotra.or.kr/foreign/main/ KHEMUI010M.html KOTRA exhibits 16 Korean F&B suppliers, which are newly entering into Canadian market, with products ranging from ethnic food and beverages to HMR.
KRAFT HEINZ CANADA 95 Moatfield Dr. Toronto , ON M4B 3L6 T: (416) 441-5000 E: kraftheinz@kraftheinz.com
www.kraftcanada.ca Kraft Heinz Canada is Canada’s largest food and beverage company & provides high quality, great taste and nutrition for all eating occasions.
✪ KRUGER PRODUCTS L.P. 2 Prologis Blvd. Mississauga, ON. L5W 0G8 T: (905) 812-6900 E: Steve.Turner@krugerproducts.ca www.krugerproducts.ca/ Kruger Products is Canada’s leading manufacturer of quality tissue products. We offer a portfolio of Canada’s favourite tissue brands. LACTALIS CANADA 1939 Centre Avenue SE. Calgary, AB T2E 0A8 T: (800) 563-1515 E: contactus@lactalis.ca www.lactalis.ca/ Lactalis Canada is a leading producer of milk and dairy products. Our brands include Beatrice®, Lactantia®, Astro®, Black Diamond®, Cracker Barrel® and Balderson®.
✪ LA PLANTATION FAIR SPICES (SPOLETTO DESIGN INC.)
Box 35 Hudson, QC J0P 1H0 T: (514) 893-4200 E: info@laplantation.ca www.laplantation.ca Premium gourmet spices grown organically in Kampot, Cambodia. Award winning Kampot Salted Pepper a favourite of Michelin Chefs Ecocert & WFTO certified.
✪ L’ANCÊTRE
1615 boulevard Port Royal Bécancour, QC G9H1X7 T: (819) 233-9157 E: crenaud@fromagerieancetre.com www.fromagerieancetre.com/en/ L’Ancêtre Cheese Factory is proud to offer authentic organic cheeses and butters since 1992.
LEAD FOODS
225 Woodvale Bay SW. Calgary, AB T2W 3L4 T: (587) 351-9107 E: sales@leadfoods.com www.leadfoods.com CARNE SECA (Uncooked) Jerked Beef Brazilian Style (Raw beef, shelfstable for 18 months). Main ingredient of Brazil’s national dish, Feijoada.
✪ LEAF ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS INC.
PO 14038 Richmond Rd. RPO Calgary, AB T3E7Y7 T: (587) 703-4228 E: jgao@lepicanada.com www.lepicanada.com LEAF provides cost effective and high quality environmental and compostable packaging solutions for retail. All products are certified compostable.
MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC.
6987 Financial Dr. Mississauga, ON L5N 0A1 T: (905) 285-5157 E: daisy.samaniego@mapleleaf.com www.mapleleaffoods.com Canada’s largest processor and manufacturer of pork, poultry, and plant protein products under the Maple Leaf, Schneider’s and Prime brands.
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MAMA JUICE
7259 - 129A Street Surrey, BC V3W 6Z4 T: Jason Negin (604) 720-0976 E: sales@mamajuice.ca www.mamajuice.ca
✪ MIRVIK UNIFORMS & MERCHANDISE
845-A Rue Deslauriers Saint-Laurent, QC H4N1X3 T: (514) 333-3099 E: sales@mirvik.com www.mirvik.com Outfitting Canadian businesses with modern and affordable uniforms since 2003. Direct from manufacturer, a one stop shop curating a customized look to elevate brand image.
✪ MODERN PLANT-BASED FOODS 1428 Vernon Dr. Vancouver, BC V6A 0B9 T: (604) 440-7403 E: chris@themodernmeat.com www.modernfoods.ca We offer a range of plant-based products including chef-curated meat alternatives, homemade style soups, vegan sauces and snacks. MONERIS
3300 Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON. M8X 2X2 T: (855) 807-7652 E: isabel.mifsud@moneris.com www.moneris.com Moneris is Canada’s largest provider of innovative solutions for mobile, online and in-store payments, processing more than one in three transactions.
✪ NANAK FOODS
6308 146 St. Surrey, BC V3S 3A4 T: (604) 594-9190 E: puneet@nanakfoods.com www.nanakfoods.com Nanak Foods is the flagship brand of Punjab Milk Foods Inc., the largest and most innovative Indian dairy producer in North America.
NESTLE CANADA INC.
25 Sheppard Ave. W. North York, ON M2N 6S8 T: (416) 512-9000 E: Consumer.care@ca.nestle.com www.madewithnestle.ca Nestlé Canada has a wide variety of food, beverage and nutrition products to help you and your family live happier and healthier lives.
NIMBUS WATER SYSTEMS INC. 112 Oakdale Rd. Toronto, ON M3N 1V9 T: (800) 508-7125 E: steve@nimbuswatersystems.com www.nimbuswatersystems.com Full service water systems company. Best range of equipment & options for both Vended and Store-Use Water. Purchase, Leasing, Rental and Revenue Share available.
✪ NUTREE IMPORTING & WHOLESALE 1315 Bute St. Ste. 201 Vancouver, BC V6E 2A4 T: (604) 817-0192 E: information.nutree@gmail.com www.nutreewholesale.com NuTree Importing & Wholesale is the exclusive partner and distributor of famous Brazilian food brands in
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Canada. We’re dedicated to improving the quality of life by making healthy food from Brazil
✪ PARACANNA FOODS INC.
910 Grilse Lane Brentwood Bay, BC V8M1B5 T: (250) 213-2543 E: andrea@paracanna.com www.paracanna.com Find your Zen with Zen Zingers gummy candy making kits and refills for use at home with CBD. Choose from 6 delicious flavours.
PLASTEC A DIVISION OF LAIRD PLASTICS CANADA
9643 186 St. Surrey, BC V4N 3N8 T: (604) 259-2411 E: lkelley@lairdplastics.com www.plastec.ca Vacuum formed and fabricated parts for grocery chains and the cannabis industry, using food safe materials. Experts in the industry!
POLYNOVA INDUSTRIES, INC.
Unit 101 11480 Blacksmith Pl. Richmond, BC V7A 4X1 T: (604) 448-0363 E: kenneth@polynova.com www.polynova.com Co-extruded PE rolls and bags; Printed (Rotogravure/Flexographic) and Laminated Roll Stocks, Three side sealed , Stand Up Pouches, Co-extruded Nylon/PE Vaccum Bags
✪ PROCTER & GAMBLE 4711 Yonge St. Toronto, ON M2N 6K8 T: (416) 730-4714 E: nazarec.tl@pg.com www.pg.ca Procter & Gamble is the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands like Tide, Crest, Bounty, and Pantene. ✪ RAW ELEMENTS INC.
✪ SAY WHEN BEVERAGES
✪ THE FIVE GOURMANDS CANADA INC.
✪ SECRET AARDVARK CANADA 3518 West 23Rd. Ave. Vancouver, BC V6S 1K5 T: (604) 263-5901 E: spley@shaw.ca www.secretaardvark.com Introducing Secret Aardvark , a sauce company out of Portland Oregon with a huge fan base and growing in Canada. Featuring 4 distinct flavourful sauces.
THE GROCERY PEOPLE 14505 Yellowhead Trail Edmonton, AB T5L 3C4 T: (780) 447-5700 E: tgpinfo@fcl.crs www.tgp.crs The Grocery People, part of the Federated Co-op family, specializes in delivering groceries from coast to coast to Thunder Bay.
#1 - 8005 Alexander Rd. Delta, BC V4G 1C6 T: (604) 940-9887 E: hello@justsaywhen.com www.justsaywhen.com Kettle-brewed chai tea concentrates, meticulously steeped with organic whole spices, hand-selected teas, natural sweeteners, and purified BC mountain water. Organic - KosherGluten Free
✪ SHELF EDGE SOLUTIONS
2425 Matheson Blvd. East 8th Fl. Mississauga, ON L4W 5K4 T: (416) 953-8136 E: bsmith@shelfedgesolutions.com www.shelfedgesolutions.com Exclusive Canadian distributor of Solum Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL), with over 8-million labels, in more than 1,900 Loblaws, Rogers, Lowes & Beer Store locations.
SOBEYS WHOLESALE
1020 64 Avenue NE Calgary, AB T2E 7V8 T: 403-730-3500 E: westcustomerservice@sobeys.com www.sobeyswholesale.com Sobeys Wholesale is a progressive Canadian food distribution group committed to offering our customers quality products and services in a mutually beneficial partnership.
STREET LEGAL 0.5% DE-ALC CRAFT BEER
8473 Wellington Rd. 50 Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 T: (519) 856-2729 E: info@rawelements.ca www.rawelements.ca Raw Elements is here to help you experience the power of nature by connecting you with the highest quality plant-based products.
11411 Bridgeview Dr. Surrey, BC V3R 0C2 T: (778) 862-4716 E: martin.heaney@centralcitybrewing.com www.streetlegalbeer.ca Canada’s best tasting de-alcoholized craft beer. Street Legal is a traditionally brewed northwest-style IPA and Pilsner before having the alcohol removed.
SALAMINA FOODS INC.
SUSGRAINABLE
4401 Autoroute 440 Ouest Laval, QC H7P 4W6 T: (450) 682-1116 E: bruno@salamina.ca www.salamina.ca Salamina, a HACCP and Federal facility, specializes in manufacturing pepperoni, pizza toppings and deli products of high quality. All products are gluten, lactose and MSG
✪ SAPUTO DAIRY PRODUCTS CANADA
6800 Lougheed Hwy. Burnaby, BC V5A 1W6 T: (604) 420-6611 E: salescanada@saputo.com www.saputo.com Manufacturer & distributor of a vast range of dairy products. Some of our brands include Dairyland, Milk2Go, Armstrong, Joyya, Woolwich & Alexis de Portneuf.
150-1507 Powell St. Vancouver, BC V5L 5C3 T: (604) 262-9165 E: sales@susgrainable.ca www.susgrainable.ca Ready for the future of food? Local. High protein. High fibre. Turning beer “waste” into sustainable flour and baking mixes. Learn about upcycling with Susgrainable.
SWEETNESS
11486 Winterburn Rd. NW. Edmonton, AB T5S 2Y3 T: (780) 800-9522 E: hello@bysweetness.com www/bysweetness.com Sugar cookies you can colour with edible ink markers!
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21 Progress Ave. Scarborough, ON M1P 4S7 T: (647) 748-5558 E: sales@thefivegourmands.ca www.thefivegourmands.ca Proud Canadian importers and distributors of fine chocolate and confectionery from Europe, mainly Belgium and France. Products include packaged, loose/bulk chocolate and spreads.
✪ THREE FARMERS FOODS INC.
514A - 45th Street East Saskatoon, SK S7K 0W2 T: (877) 295-1551 E: info@threefarmers.ca www.threefarmers.ca Three Farmers is a western Canadian brand of roasted pulse snacks (chickpeas, lentils, peas). The company is launching a new line of fava bean snacks.
✪ TREE OF LIFE CANADA 6185 McLaughlin Rd. Mississauga, ON L5R 3W7 T: (905) 507-6161 E: canada.sales@treeoflife.ca www.treeoflife.ca As the leading distributor of Natural, Organic, Specialty, Gourmet Cheese and Frozen, Tree of Life has helped Canadians to Live Well and Eat Well. ✪ UDUTU - GROCERY TRAINING SOLUTIONS
100-19 Dallas Rd. Victoria, ON V8V 5A6 T: (250) 388-5003 E: info@udutu.com www.grocerylms.com Udutu is your partner for training. We will increase store efficiencies and reduce costs using learning technologies and best practices.
UNILEVER CANADA 160 Bloor St. E. Toronto, ON M4W 3R2 T: (416) 415-3000 www.unilever.ca Unilever is excited to showcase our new 2021 innovation from our purpose driven brands!
✪ VILLA RAVIOLI
11 765 4 Ave. R.D.P. Montreal, QC H1E 3C2 T: (514) 648-4552 E: claude.gagne@villaravioli.com www.villaravioli.com Villa Ravioli offers a wide variety of pasta filled with: cheese, meat, vegetables, tofu, plant based (meat less) by using only the highest quality ingredients.
WHISTLER WATER 3600 Bainbridge Ave. Burnaby, BC. V5A 2T4 T: (604) 606-1903 E: bgemmell@whistlerwater.com www.whistlerwater.com Whistler Glacial Spring Water. 100% Pure BC.
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EXHIBITOR BY CATEGORY ADVERTISING/ MEDIA/ MARKETING PROGRAMS Associated Grocers Canadian Grocer Distribution Canada Inc. Grocery Business Magazine The Grocery People MIRVIK Uniforms & Merchandise Shelf Edge Solutions
AUTOMATION SYSTEMS Baicorp Financial Dematic
BAGS
Colnuck Ltd. Greener Valley Trading Ltd. LEAF Environmental Products Inc. MIRVIK Uniforms & Merchandise Polynova Industries, Inc.
BAKED GOODS: FRESH/ FROZEN/ REFRIGERATED Nanak Foods Sweetness
BEER/WINE/CIDER
Street Legal 0.5% De-Alc Craft Beer
BEVERAGES
9272 4285 Quebec Inc. (Maple 3) A Lassonde Inc. Arcadia Imports Coca-Cola Ltd. Everreal Future Enterprises Pte. Ltd. House of Indonesia Keurig Dr Pepper Kindred Cultures Inc. KOTRA Kraft Heinz Canada Nestle Canada Inc. Nimbus Water Systems Inc. Say When Beverages Street Legal 0.5% De-Alc Craft Beer Whistler Water
CANNABIS
CONDIMENTS & RELISHES
Kootenay Bayou Sauces Ltd. Unilever Canada
CONFECTIONERY
Advantage Solutions Crave Stevia Sweetness The Five Gourmands Canada Inc.
CONSULTING SERVICES
Baicorp Financial Udutu - Grocery Training Solutions
COUPON REDEMPTION SERVICES CF&R Services Inc.
DAIRY & EGGS
Burnbrae Farms Ltd. Danone Canada Lactalis Canada Nanak Foods Saputo Dairy Products Canada
DISPLAY CASES
Plastec A Division Of Laird Plastics Canada
DISTRIBUTOR / WHOLESALE
Affiliated Independents Loblaw Companies Ltd. Apex Trades Inc. Associated Grocers Elements Brazil Hilary’s Salesmaster Inc. La Plantation Fair Spices LEAF Environmental Products Inc. Raw Elements Inc. Sobeys Wholesale The Five Gourmands Canada Inc. The Grocery People Villa Ravioli
FOODS: DRY
Acosta Advantage Solutions Crave Stevia Daksha’s Gourmet Spices Ltd. General Mills Canada Corporation KOTRA Lead Foods Susgrainable
FOODS: ETHNIC
Apex Trades Inc. Batavia Ventures Inc. Daksha’s Gourmet Spices Ltd. House of Indonesia KOTRA Lead Foods
FOODS: FROZEN
FOODS: HEALTH
FIXTURES: STORE
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Burnbrae Farms Ltd. Fresh Is Best Salsa & Co Heidelberg Foods Ltd. L’Ancêtre Salamina Foods Inc. Saputo Dairy Products Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES
CLEANERS & SUPPLIES
Advantage Solutions Coca-Cola Ltd. Future Enterprises Pte. Ltd. House of Indonesia Keurig Dr Pepper KOTRA Say When Beverages
FOODS: DELI
Frylow Canada
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Paracanna Foods Inc
COFFEE & TEA
Kootenay Bayou Sauces Ltd.
Acosta Burnbrae Farms Ltd. Cavendish Farms Elements Brazil Everreal General Mills Canada Corp. Hibiscus Foods Inc KOTRA Kraft Heinz Canada NuTree Importing & Wholesale Salamina Foods Inc. Tree of Life Canada Unilever Canada Villa Ravioli
Baicorp Financial Federated Insurance Company of Canada
BinBreeze House of Indonesia Kruger Products L.P. MIRVIK Uniforms & Merchandise Procter & Gamble
FOODS: CANNED
Plastec A Division Of Laird Plastics Canada
FOOD PREPARATION EQUIPMENT Frylow Canada
FOOD SERVICE
Secret Aardvark Canada The Grocery People Villa Ravioli
FOODS: BABY
Nestle Canada Inc.
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Batavia Ventures Inc. Danone Canada Kindred Cultures Inc. KOTRA L’Ancêtre Modern Plant-Based Foods NuTree Importing & Wholesale Three Farmers Foods Inc
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FOODS: NATURAL/ ORGANIC
Acosta Apex Trades Inc. Arcadia Imports Batavia Ventures Inc. Danone Canada Dion Herbs & Spices Everreal General Mills Canada Corp. House of Indonesia Kindred Cultures Inc. Kootenay Bayou Sauces Ltd. L’Ancêtre Modern Plant-Based Foods NuTree Importing & Wholesale Raw Elements Inc. Secret Aardvark Canada Three Farmers Foods Inc Tree of Life Canada
FOODS: PREPARED
Hibiscus Foods Inc House of Indonesia KOTRA
FOODS: SNACK
Fresh Is Best Salsa & Co Future Enterprises Pte. Ltd. Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc. Heidelberg Foods Ltd. House of Indonesia KOTRA Modern Plant-Based Foods Nestle Canada Inc. Paracanna Foods Inc. Three Farmers Foods Inc
FOODS: SPECIALTY
Daksha’s Gourmet Spices Ltd. Fresh Is Best Salsa & Co Hibiscus Foods Inc. KOTRA Paracanna Foods Inc Saputo Dairy Products Canada Susgrainable The Five Gourmands Canada Inc. Tree of Life Canada
FOODS: SPREADS
Kraft Heinz Canada
GARDEN/FLORAL/SEASONAL
Greener Valley Trading Ltd
HERBAL TEAS
Arcadia Imports House of Indonesia
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
Greener Valley Trading Ltd
HOUSEWARES
Good Natured Products Inc
IMPORT / EXPORT Elements Brazil
JUICES
A Lassonde Inc. Coca-Cola Ltd. Keurig Dr Pepper
LABELING & PRICING EQUIPMENT Digi Canada Inc. Howell Data Systems Shelf Edge Solutions
LIGHTING
POINT OF SALE SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT Digi Canada Inc. Howell Data Systems Moneris
PRIVATE LABEL
Affiliated Independents Loblaw Companies Ltd. Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc. Heidelberg Foods Ltd.
SEAFOOD
Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc.
SECURITY SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT
Amerlux, LLC
LINENS
MIRVIK Uniforms & Merchandise
MATERIAL HANDLING & BACKROOM EQUIPMENT Dematic Digi Canada Inc.
MEAL SOLUTIONS
Golden West Food Group Unilever Canada
Howell Data Systems Nimbus Water Systems Inc.
SIGNAGE & GRAPHICS
Shelf Edge Solutions
SPICES & FLAVOURINGS
Dion Herbs & Spices House of Indonesia La Plantation Fair Spices Secret Aardvark Canada
MEAT PROCESSING
Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
MEAT: BEEF
Golden West Food Group Lead Foods
MEAT: PORK
Golden West Food Group Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Salamina Foods Inc.
MEAT: POULTRY
Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
NATURAL PRODUCTS
BinBreeze Crave Stevia La Plantation Fair Spices Raw Elements Inc Say When Beverages
PACKAGING
Colnuck Ltd. Good Natured Products Inc. LEAF Environmental Products Inc. MIRVIK Uniforms & Merchandise Polynova Industries, Inc.
PAPER PRODUCTS
Good Natured Products Inc Kruger Products L.P. Procter & Gamble
PHARMACEUTICALS: OTC House of Indonesia
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