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Jimmy John’s coming to Edmonton

Mario Toneguzzi -
“This marks our very first Jimmy John’s location, and it’s just the beginning. We have ambitious plans to expand with 12–13 additional locations across Edmonton and its surrounding suburbs."
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Foodtastic expands Noodlebox brand across Canada with eyes on Montreal launch

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Asian fusion concept has grown to 71 locations across the country, with roughly 14 new restaurants opening in 2025 and another 25 currently in development.
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Second Cup Café opening first location in Vaughan

Mario Toneguzzi -
The new café offers a drive-thru for added convenience, updated exterior signage, and expanded seating for guests who want to gather, work, or relax.
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Jimmy John’s Opens First Saskatoon Location

Craig Patterson -
Jimmy John’s opens its first Saskatoon location, advancing the brand’s national Canadian expansion strategy.
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Grocery giant investing in discount, Bobby Flay's Burgers coming to Toronto, CF expanding investment portfolio, Taiwanese tea shop closes half of Vancouver locations, T&T Supermarkets innovates, and other news.
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Foodtastic adds Central Social Hall to its portfolio, strengthening its presence in casual dining

Mario Toneguzzi -
The move supports the company’s strategy of adding strong Canadian brands to its portfolio of banners and expanding into dining concepts that cater to both everyday occasions and social gatherings.
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Second Cup Expands with New Calgary Location

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Second Cup opens a new Trinity Hills café in Calgary as the Canadian coffee brand continues expanding its national footprint.
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Foodtastic Seeks Franchisees as It Expands Across Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
While Foodtastic maintains fewer than 30 corporate locations, the majority of its outlets are franchised, spanning roughly seven or eight of its brands.
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Second Cup Marks 50 Years With Birthday Menu and Merch

Craig Patterson -
Second Cup celebrates 50 years with birthday cake drinks, commemorative merchandise, and growth plans under Foodtastic.
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Jimmy John’s Expands to Winnipeg with First Location Opening

Craig Patterson -
Jimmy John’s, the American sandwich chain known for its freshly baked bread, premium ingredients, and famously fast service, will open the doors to its first Winnipeg location on September 19. The store is located at 1740 Pembina Highway, a...
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Milestones Unveils Test Kitchen and Fraser Bar in Vancouver

Lee Rivett -
Milestones opens its first Test Kitchen and Fraser Bar in Vancouver, introducing bold menu innovation and a 1920s-inspired cocktail experience.
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Jimmy John’s to Open 12 Canadian Locations by Year-End

Craig Patterson -
Jimmy John’s accelerates Canadian rollout with 12 new stores in 2025, including Niagara Falls as its second location.
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Pita Pit eyes growth, community engagement and innovation as it plans for the future

Mario Toneguzzi -
Pita Pit’s growth target is more ambitious over the longer term.
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White Spruce Partners secures Jimmy John’s multi-store expansion to Manitoba and the 1st Canadian drive-thru

Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 1983, Jimmy John’s is a fast-casual sandwich chain known for its fresh ingredients, baked-daily bread, and trademark “Freaky Fast®” service.
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Second Cup Opens New Location at Kipling GO in Toronto

Craig Patterson -
Second Cup opens its 179th Canadian café at Kipling GO Transit Bus Terminal in Etobicoke, expanding under Foodtastic's ownership.
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Freshii launches its first lineup of premium, top-quality poke bowls

Mario Toneguzzi -
Freshii says it is the largest national chain to offer a lineup of poke bowls to Canadian consumers
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Rotisseries Benny Debuts in China via Foodtastic Deal

Craig Patterson -
Foodtastic and NGU-Group announce the international expansion of Quebec’s Rotisseries Benny, with the first two Chinese locations opening in Shanghai this fall.
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Pita Pit celebrates 30 Years of fresh, customizable eats with $100K giveaway and new brand refresh

Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded on July 21, 1995, in Kingston, Ontario, Pita Pit has grown from a single storefront into a global franchise with 242 Canadian locations and a presence in international markets.
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Second Cup brewing growth: CEO Peter Mammas shares expansion strategy under Foodtastic ownership

Mario Toneguzzi -
Second Cup currently operates around 200 locations across the country, with plans for rapid expansion.
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Canada’s largest specialty coffee retailer Second Cup Café celebrates 50 years of Canadian coffee culture

Mario Toneguzzi -
From modest beginnings in 1975 as a kiosk selling whole bean coffee, Second Cup has evolved into a national brand deeply rooted in communities across the country.
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Foodtastic opens combined Pita Pit, Second Cup Café and Chocolato in Saint-Eustache, Quebec

Mario Toneguzzi -
Foodtastic is one of Canada's largest restaurant franchisors, operating more than 1,200 locations across the country.
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Foodtastic CEO on Tariffs, Supply Chains, and Growth

Craig Patterson -
Foodtastic CEO Peter Mammas discusses the impact of tariffs, supply chain shifts, and the importance of supporting Canadian suppliers in the restaurant industry.
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Jimmy John’s Opens in Canada with Plans for 200 Locations

Craig Patterson -
Jimmy John's debuts in Canada with toasted sandwiches and plans to expand to 200 locations over the next decade with Foodtastic's leadership.
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Anatomy of a Leader: Peter Mammas, President and CEO, Foodtastic

Mario Toneguzzi -
The man behind the food empire got started in Montreal where he wanted to be a pilot, then an architect. He eventually worked his way up in the world of foodservice, where he found his passion.
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Foodtastic Acquires Rapidly Growing QSR Concept Noodlebox with Eyes for Expansion

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Foodtastic plans to expand Noodlebox's presence across the country and expects the acquisition to contribute to its goal of tripling the company's size in the next five years.
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Läderach Unveils New Boutique on Toronto’s Bloor Street

Craig Patterson -
Läderach has opened a new boutique on Bloor Street, marking the Swiss chocolatier’s first Canadian street-front location. A national expansion will see more Vancouver locations before moving into Alberta.

King Living opens flagship Toronto showroom

Craig Patterson -
Australian brand King Living opens a 12,000-sq-ft Toronto showroom in the Castlefield Design District, offering modular furniture, design services, and a gallery-like retail experience.

The Kenrick Hotel Banff Unveils Major Luxury Renovation

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The Kenrick Hotel in Banff reopens after a multi-phase luxury renovation by BUILD IT, offering upgraded suites, spa, dining, and event spaces.

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