Business

Functional Foods: Tidbits and tips about the functional food industry
A December 2006 report titled Demand for Food Products Supporting Health and Wellness, conducted by Decima Research for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, shows Canadians are interested in functional foods, but are generally not well informed on the topic.

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Strength in Numbers: A new bakery association sets up shop north of the border
There’s a new kid in town – or, to be more precise, a new association. Headed up here in Canada by Brian Hinton of Calgary’s Lakeview Bakery, Resourceful Purchasers in Action Canada (RPIA Canada) is a spinoff of the original RPIA in the U.S.

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Tackling the Issues
A roundtable of bakers and industry suppliers chat about challenges, solutions and the value of what the trade does.

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Serving Up Humble Environmental Pie
Michelle Brisebois argues that a business’ quiet environmental stewardship can have more impact than an in-your-face program.

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Is the Price Right...or Wrong?
A look at the 10 most common mistakes companies make when pricing their
products or services.

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Making Sure Your Bread Lands Butter-side Up
Exit planning ensures smooth and prosperous business transfer.

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Canada's Labour Crisis: Strategies for the Hospitality and Food Service Industry
According to the most recent Labour Force Survey, the employment rate in Canada jumped to 63.5 per cent, the highest level in over three decades.

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Healthful Baking for Boomers and Woofers
A Maritime no-sugar, low-fat bakery has found its niche.

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