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Theobroma Chocolat opens new factory in Quebec

With $10M investment, company increases production, adds 20 jobs.

August 28, 2020

Theobroma Chocolat has opened a state-of-the-art factory in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec, Canada following a $10 million investment from multiple partners.

How do Canadian consumers snack?

FMCG Gurus offers insights into Canadian consumers’ snacking habits.

Will Cowling

March 18, 2020

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The modern consumer lives a busy lifestyle, cramming in multiple activities into a day. This has led to more consumers choosing to snack since they do not have enough time for traditional meals.

Nestlé Canada opens KitKat Chocolatory store in Toronto

Visitors can make personalized KitKat bars.

November 14, 2019

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Following a successful pop-up in downtown Toronto in 2018, a permanent location for KitKat Chocolatory is opening its doors Nov. 14.

Zingerman’s expands distribution to Canada

Partnership with importer bringing six varieties to five Canadian retailers.

July 9, 2019

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Zingerman’s Candy Manufactory will now distribute its products in Canada through a partnership with importer and distributor Coco Doro Corp and its logistics partner, the Cheese Boutique.

Mars Wrigley launches second M&M’S Flavor Vote in Canada

Campaign features global flavors representing Mexico, England and Thailand.

April 22, 2019

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Mars Wrigley Confectionery has launched a second M&M’S Flavor Vote in Canada featuring internationally-inspired flavors.

Hershey Canada to send new Reese’s Pieces candy into space

Candy will break the Earth’s atmosphere with help from high-altitude balloon.

January 22, 2019

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Hershey Canada Inc. hopes its newest twist on Reese’s Pieces will have a reception that’s out of this world — literally. Taking off from the Mojave Desert in California, Reese's Pieces Peanut Candy will go beyond the Earth's atmosphere Jan. 26.

Daughters' food allergies inspire husband-and-wife team to found Pascha Chocolate

Company produces 'pure' sweets without allergenic ingredients.

May 23, 2017

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In 2013, Simon Lester and his wife, Courtenay Vuchnich personally discovered how large the food gap involving allergies was. Both of their daughters have varying food allergies, some of them life-threatening if triggered.

Harnessing health: Herbaland Naturals grows to Canda's largest nutraceutical gummi manufacturer

Starchless mogul process gives company greater flexibility in developing new products.

Bernie Pacyniak

October 20, 2016

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When Musharaf Syed decided to create a supplements business with Aisha Yang in 2009, their business plan didn't call for a manufacturing facility. As so often happens in entrepreneurial endeavors, fate intervenes.

Peace by Chocolate: Syrian refugee rebuilds chocolate business after relocating to Canada

Isam Hadhad marries Syrian and Canadian flavors in new truffles matching his new life

Bernie Pacyniak

August 24, 2016

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There are several positive things to look forward to with fall, such as the baseball playoffs, football season, the advent of crisp, cooler days, and increased chocolate consumption. And that leads me to a news report that was forwarded by one of my fellow BNP Media editors. It centers around a Syrian refugee who — upon getting permission to emigrate to Canada — was able to rekindle his chocolate business in Nova Scotia, albeit on a much smaller scale.

Quebec’s Chocolate Scene

In-depth profiles from Candara, Laura Secord, ChocoStyle Int’l and Morris National provide insight into the confectionery scene in this French-Canadian province.

Crystal Lindell

April 21, 2016

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Candy Industry Magazine recently coordinated a trip to the province with help from Virgilio Rubini, president of ChocoStyle Int’l. While there we also got the chance to visit Laura Secord, Candara, and Morris National’s gift basket business.

Natural Food Flavors and Colorants, 2nd Edition

Although many foods are appealing, and even perceived as natural, in spite of containing synthetic additives, consumer increasingly prefer food products which are fully natural.

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Items Tagged with 'Canada'

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Theobroma Chocolat opens new factory in Quebec

How do Canadian consumers snack?

Nestlé Canada opens KitKat Chocolatory store in Toronto

Zingerman’s expands distribution to Canada

Mars Wrigley launches second M&M’S Flavor Vote in Canada

Hershey Canada to send new Reese’s Pieces candy into space

Daughters' food allergies inspire husband-and-wife team to found Pascha Chocolate

Harnessing health: Herbaland Naturals grows to Canda's largest nutraceutical gummi manufacturer

Peace by Chocolate: Syrian refugee rebuilds chocolate business after relocating to Canada

Quebec’s Chocolate Scene

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