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HEAL Wellness expands across Canada and U.S., targets 100 locations by end of 2026

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What started as a single Ontario location has now grown to more than 37 locations across the country.

Charcoal Group pushes ahead with expansion as restaurant sector faces uncertainty: CEO Jody Palubiski

Mario Toneguzzi -
Consumers are still spending on dining out, but have become more selective about where they choose to go.

Toronto startup Nüu Catering bets office catering can help drive return-to-office culture

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Platform connects offices with more than 50 local restaurant brands across Toronto.

Tahini’s to roll out Shawarma Ramen across Canada after initial test launch

Mario Toneguzzi -
The national launch marks a broader expansion of a product the company has spent two years developing as it looks to build on customer interest in fusion-style menu offerings and social media engagement.

SKYBIRD Asian Grill opens fourth location as it prepares for continued growth

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SKYBIRD Asian Grill has opened its fourth location at 2183 Rue Ste-Catherine West in Montréal, continuing its fast-casual growth.

adidas Taking Over Toronto’s STACKT Market for FIFA World Cup

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adidas is turning Toronto’s STACKT Market into a massive FIFA World Cup fan destination with watch parties, retail, food, and soccer experiences.

Time Out Market Vancouver prepares for May 28 opening date at Oakridge Park

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Across 51,000 sq ft there are 18 kitchens, a dessert counter, a coffee counter, 3 bars, multiple event spaces and a large outdoor terrace onto a public park.

Happy Belly Food Group exercises right to acquire remaining 50% of PIRHO Fresh Greek Grill

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Happy Belly’s portfolio consists of 686 contractually committed retail franchise locations across multiple emerging brands in various stages of development, construction, and operation.

CRAFT Beer Market launches summer menu developed under new brand innovation director

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The menu reflects a renewed focus on seasonal Canadian ingredients and pairings designed to complement its craft beer selection as it continues to expand its presence across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.

Millennials adapting grocery habits through multi-store

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Consumers are increasingly cooking at home, tracking discounts and using multiple shopping tools to manage household costs.

FoodHero expands platform to independent food retailers across Canada

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The company said it is now present in more than 1,100 grocery stores across Canada.

Maple Leaf Foods reports higher first-quarter revenue and earnings

Mario Toneguzzi -
Sales for the quarter ended March 31 totalled $962.9 million, up 6.2 per cent from $906.7 million in the same period last year.

Charcoal Group to open five new restaurants across Ontario

Mario Toneguzzi -
Charcoal Group, with over 65 years in the hospitality industry, has a group of full-service restaurants across in Southern Ontario.

A&W announces Q1 results for Fiscal 2026, system sales surpass $400 million

Mario Toneguzzi -
System sales of $402.8 million increased by 1.5%.

Edo Japan expands across Canada as franchisee reinvestment drives growth and multi-unit ownership

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Founded in Calgary, the quick‑service restaurant brand specializing in Japanese‑style cuisine is nearing 220 locations nationwide, with approximately 70 per cent of franchisees committed to multi‑unit ownership.

Pita Pit rolls out shawarma lineup across Canada with chef-developed menu

Mario Toneguzzi -
The move signals a shift toward more standardized, chef-led offerings designed to streamline ordering and ensure consistency across the brand’s more than 200 Canadian restaurants.

Kinton Ramen introduces 1st food court concept at Waterfront Centre Vancouver

Mario Toneguzzi -
This new opening represents the brand's 12th location in British Columbia and serves as the first of several planned food court expansions across the province. 

Canadian consumer still under pressure with food prices: Dalhousie report

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Over 80% of Canadians identify food as the expense that has increased the most.

Growth planned for QuickBite Collective brands

Mario Toneguzzi -
Although the company was founded in 2024, its legacy brand Teriyaki Experience is celebrating 40 years in business.

T&T Supermarket officially opens its 2nd store in Mississauga (Photos)

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This marked T&T’s 39th store in North America and 15th store in Ontario, following its most recent opening in Lynnwood, Washington.

Burger King Canada doubles down on core menu in strategic brand play

Mario Toneguzzi -
"The Whopper has always set the standard for flame-grilled taste, and now that standard applies to everything we serve."

Eat Up Canada narrows focus to two growth brands as it pursues national expansion

Mario Toneguzzi -
For Eat Up Canada, the immediate focus remains on building out its current portfolio and supporting franchise partners as new locations come online.

Tulkoff Foods acquires Celtrade Canada to expand North American sauce manufacturing capabilities

Mario Toneguzzi -
The strategic acquisition is intended to strengthen the combined company’s ability to serve retail, foodservice and industrial customers with expanded packaging formats and culinary innovation.

Happy Belly Food Group targets up to 50 new restaurant openings as same-store sales remain strong: Sean Black interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The company’s “core four” growth brands are Yolks, Rosie’s, Heal and iQ Food. New restaurant openings planned for this year will largely come from those concepts.

Canadian tech company launches the “Trivago of Groceries” app

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Gofer.run is free to download and available on iOS and Android across Canada (currently English only).
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