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SEIU Local 2: Workers to picket Pete’s Frootique in Halifax as Sobey’s refuses to offer fair wages

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

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Outside the main entrance to Pete’s Frootique 1515 Dresden Row, Halifax

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Outside the main entrance to Pete’s Frootique 1515 Dresden Row, Halifax
Workers voted overwhelmingly to join the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 2 in May 2022.
In March 2023 Sobey’s finally dropped their challenge recognizing the rights of those workers.
A year and a half after the vote to join SEIU and more than six months after the ballots were finally counted, workers continue to wait for a fair offer with decent wages.
SEIU Local 2 represents 20,000 workers in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, British Columbia, , and Alberta.

Press Release: Safeway and FreshCo Pharmacy Workers Ratify Historic New Agreement

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Monday, October 23, 2023

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NEW WESTMINSTER, British Columbia, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workers at Safeway and FreshCo Pharmacy have voted in favour of a historic new contract that will add over 300 full-time jobs, bring needed benefit improvements, and create the highest wage increases at the Sobeys-owned stores in 25 years.

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NEW WESTMINSTER, British Columbia, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workers at Safeway and FreshCo Pharmacy have voted in favour of a historic new contract that will add over 300 full-time jobs, bring needed benefit improvements, and create the highest wage increases at the Sobeys-owned stores in 25 years.
Some key highlights of the new agreement include:
The agreement came together after 98% of Sobeys members voted in September to authorize a strike.
“Workers at Safeway and FreshCo Pharmacy stood up together and demanded better from their employer by delivering a 98% strike vote,” said UFCW 1518 President Kim Novak.
UFCW Local 1518 represents more than 26,000 members working in the community health, hospitality, retail, grocery, industrial, and professional sectors across British Columbia.

Toronto Event Matches Refugee Job Candidates with Employers

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Friday, October 20, 2023

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TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event will provide newcomer refugees and other forcibly displaced individuals with the opportunity to be hired by leading employers in the Greater Toronto Area.

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TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event will provide newcomer refugees and other forcibly displaced individuals with the opportunity to be hired by leading employers in the Greater Toronto Area.
Some 70% of attendees at the 2022 Toronto Refugee Hiring Event and 85% of those at a June 2023 Moncton event received either job offers or invitations to a second round of interviews.
The Refugee Hiring Event is helping to bridge the gap by connecting refugees with opportunities and connecting employers with untapped talent.”
Effective models for refugee hiring have been in development for some years.
Members of the press are welcome to attend the Toronto Refugee Hiring Event.

After 98% strike vote, Sobeys Workers to Vote on New Contract

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

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If ratified, the agreement will add over 300 full-time jobs, benefit improvements and the highest wage increases in 25 years.

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If ratified, the agreement will add over 300 full-time jobs, benefit improvements and the highest wage increases in 25 years.
The tentative agreement came after 98% of participating workers voted in favour of a strike in September.
"These workers stood together and were united in their fight for a fair contract by delivering a strong strike vote," said UFCW 1518 President Kim Novak.
The union is looking forward to implementing the new agreement following a contract ratification vote that will run from Wednesday, October 18 to Friday, October 20.

Chalet-Seasoned Chicken Nuggets and Chicken strips are the latest addition to Swiss Chalet's grocery lineup

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

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The brand recently introduced Chalet-Seasoned Chicken Strips and Chicken Nuggets to grocery store shelves across Canada, adding two more innovative products to their lineup.

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The brand recently introduced Chalet-Seasoned Chicken Strips and Chicken Nuggets to grocery store shelves across Canada, adding two more innovative products to their lineup.
"After 70 years of mastering our craft at Swiss Chalet, we pride ourselves on being the Canadian chicken experts," says Franco Tascione, Chief Operating Officer.
Made with quality white meat and real ingredients, the nuggets and strips are free of artificial flavours and colours, and contain no preservatives.
"Our chicken nuggets and strips are best paired with loved ones, already proving to be a hit amongst little ones and busy families.

CRAFTY RAMEN NAMED ONE OF CANADA'S TOP GROWING COMPANIES

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

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The company's second consecutive year on the ranking, placing 156 out of 425 businesses

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The company's second consecutive year on the ranking, placing 156 out of 425 businesses
GUELPH, ON, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - Crafty Ramen, a Guelph-based brand reimagining the ramen experience through restaurant, grocery retail and ecommerce channels, is thrilled to be named to the Report on Business ranking of Canada's Top Growing Companies for the second consecutive year, placing 156 out of 425 companies listed.
With restaurants in Guelph, Kitchener and downtown Toronto, Crafty Ramen has been serving delicious, Japanese-inspired food to the community since it was founded by Miki and Jared Ferrall in 2017.
Canada's Top Growing Companies is an editorial ranking, first launched in 2019, that celebrates the boldest entrepreneurial achievements across the country.
"Canada's Top Growing Companies acknowledges the drive and ingenuity displayed by Canadian business," says Dawn Calleja, Editor of Report on Business magazine.

Piccola Cucina Inc. Acquires Assets of Judy G Foods Inc. in a Strategic Move to Expand Consumer Packaged Offerings to the Gluten Free & Allergen Sensitive Communities

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Monday, October 2, 2023

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Pina built a business that not only fills a gap in the market but also empowers women in the field of food entrepreneurship.

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Pina built a business that not only fills a gap in the market but also empowers women in the field of food entrepreneurship.
Judy G Foods Inc., a well-respected business in the specialty food market, has built a stellar reputation for its high-quality, gourmet products over the years.
with the addition of the Judy G lines of frozen pizza crust, topped pizzas, and “Moments” vegan superfood desserts.
As a Canadian, women owned business we are thrilled Judy G has entrusted us to continue her legacy.”
Diverse Product Line: Piccola Cucina offers a wide range of gluten free products.

Carlton Cards Supports Mental Health in Canada

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - Carlton Cards announces today their continued support for Mental Health Awareness Month.

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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - Carlton Cards announces today their continued support for Mental Health Awareness Month.
In collaboration with the CMHA, Carlton Cards has amplified the 2023 campaign to include a 31-day mental health Connection Calendar - available for download on www.carltoncards.ca and www.cmha.ca .
In addition, Carlton Cards has also created a 31-day social media #ConnectionChallenge on Facebook and Instagram that will encourage social connectedness and mental health awareness.
Carlton Cards will be surprising challenge participants with gifts of free greeting cards throughout October.

IGA Elevates Scene+ Membership With New Rewards Campaign

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

After the successful introduction of the Scene+ loyalty program at Sobeys Inc., the company has extended its offerings to include a distinctive loyalty rewards campaign, exclusively tailored for Scene+ members at its Quebec IGA stores.

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After the successful introduction of the Scene+ loyalty program at Sobeys Inc., the company has extended its offerings to include a distinctive loyalty rewards campaign, exclusively tailored for Scene+ members at its Quebec IGA stores.
For a limited time, Scene+ members shopping in IGA stores in Quebec will earn incremental value with each purchase in the form of digital stamps.
When shopping with their Scene+ card, shoppers earn one digital stamp for each ten dollars spent.
“Countless times around the world we’ve seen fixed-length rewards programs supercharge the value of a digital always-on points program.

Empire Celebrates the Life and Legacy of David F. Sobey

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

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STELLARTON, NS, Sept. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - The Board of Directors of Empire Company Limited (TSX: EMP.A) today announced the passing of David Frank Sobey, C.M., Chair Emeritus of Sobeys Inc.

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STELLARTON, NS, Sept. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - The Board of Directors of Empire Company Limited (TSX: EMP.A) today announced the passing of David Frank Sobey, C.M., Chair Emeritus of Sobeys Inc.
"David was unfailingly generous with his time, energy and personal resources and never stopped advocating for the growth and development of Atlantic Canada, Nova Scotia and Pictou County."
Throughout his life, he exemplified the kind of leadership in business and the community to which we must all aspire."
David was predeceased by his mother Irene MacDonald Sobey; father Frank Hoyse Sobey and brothers William M. Sobey and Donald C.R.