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A peek at Canada’s new front-of-package food labels.
Read more: A peek at Canada’s new front-of-package food labels.Some packaged food in Canada will have a new look in 2026. Starting January 1, food whose single serving contains more than 15% of the daily value of sugar, sodium, and saturated fat must have front-of-package (FOP) warnings – a visual cue designed to help shoppers make healthier food choices. (The January 1 date relates…
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What’s on March ’26 (updated).
Read more: What’s on March ’26 (updated).Trade shows and other industry events are great conduits to a new market, and there’s a lot going on in March. Below is a list of trade (and consumer) events happening across the country during the third month of 2026 (and in January and February). PDAC Convention (March 1-4, Toronto ON) – “The World’s Premier…
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Selling to Canadians online.
Read more: Selling to Canadians online.One of the best ways to reach Canadian consumers is via online sales. While third-party platforms (like Amazon or Walmart’s) can offer entry into a new market, many foreign businesses opt to sell their products through their own websites. However, customizing your website for your target market is vital for success. Below are some things…
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Securing distribution in Canada.
Read more: Securing distribution in Canada.International companies have multiple market-entry channels to succeed in the Canadian market, and several options are available for establishing a distribution structure. Companies may choose to sell directly as a non-resident importer – an effective strategy, especially if they have an established client base or use in-country third-party warehousing. Others may set up a Canadian…
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Seasonal markets: a growth tool for small businesses.
Read more: Seasonal markets: a growth tool for small businesses.Holiday markets are a great way to get your small business noticed this shopping season. As per Toronto Market Week: When people think of markets, they often think of farmers’ markets, which run only during the summer months. What many small business owners fail to realize is that markets pretty much run year-round. Whether that’s…
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Importing food into Canada.
Read more: Importing food into Canada.Today’s post is a must-read for anyone hoping to import food into the Canadian market. Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) share the federal responsibility for regulating food products sold in Canada. Health Canada establishes health and safety standards and develops labelling policies related to health and nutrition, while the CFIA develops…
