British Columbia
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Batches of Raw Mussels From British Columbia Suspected to have “Paralytic Shellfish Toxin”
The CFIA, has announced to the public that certain batches of raw mussels may be harmful to one’s health once consumed. These particular mussels were harvested from the area of British Columbia. The raw mussels are believed to contain “paralytic shellfish toxin,” a substance that can cause serious medical conditions. The raw mussels were harvested…
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Some Ginger Beef Choice Products Recalled for Bacterial Contamination
Ginger Beef Choice Limited, a Canadian food manufacturing company, has recently announced a recall against its “ready-to-eat special combo.” The recall was made with the assistance of the CFIA. The special combo product is being recalled because of a possibility of bacterial contamination. The products are said to be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful…
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Wingtat Game Bird Packers
Wingtat Game Bird Packers Inc. is a Canadian poultry processing company based in British Columbia, Canada. History Wingtat Game Bird Packers’ federally inspected facility began operations in 1989 in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. The increasing number of Chinese immigrants paved the way for the company’s establishment in the province. The founders of Wingtat started to…
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Selling Liquor in Grocery Stores?
A debate on selling liquor in convenience and grocery stores has been stirred by the head of the liquor policy review in British Columbia, John Yap. This comes just a few days after seeking the public’s opinion on Columbia province’s outdated laws governing alcohol. According to Yap, the governmental website aimed at gathering input from…
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Rebranding of Grocery Store Coupon by Food Banks B.C. as Donations Decrease by Fifty Percent
So many British Columbians, most of whom are children, depend of food banks to fend off hunger. This is according to a report presented by B.C.’s Food Banks. This non-profit organization further added that there has been an increase in the number of food bank recipients by 23% over five years. However, the donations number…
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Sourdough Baking Minimizes Gluten Level in Baked Goods
In Canada, gluten-free products’ demand continues to rise and it is expected that sales will increase two times by the year 2017. The trend for anti-gluten is driven by the fact that wheat can cause health problems, even for people not suffering from Celiac disease. A number of recent research studies have positive news for…
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Buy-Low Foods
Buy-Low Foods is a Western Canadian grocery banner focused on value, everyday essentials, and community-oriented retail. It is part of Pattison Food Group, the western Canadian grocery arm of the Jim Pattison Group, and is best known for its low-price positioning and practical neighborhood-store format. The banner serves shoppers who want a straightforward grocery trip…
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Bulkley Valley Wholesale
Bulkley Valley Wholesale is a grocery and food-service retailer based in Smithers, British Columbia, serving northwest BC with a mix of wholesale-style and retail shopping. The business is known for competitive pricing, a broad grocery assortment, and a community-oriented shopping experience that appeals to both households and food-service customers. It operates as a regional banner…