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US Consumers’ 2024 Sustainability Score Declines and Lags the Global Average, According to New Report

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금요일, 4월 19, 2024

Scoring just 49 this year versus 51 in 2023, the US also lags the global mean, which is 55.

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  • Scoring just 49 this year versus 51 in 2023, the US also lags the global mean, which is 55.
  • The report also reveals that some emerging markets are more concerned about sustainability than their counterparts in more economically mature markets.
  • Global average sustainability scores by generation:
    Within the US, Millennials score highest compared to other generations, yet also declined compared to last year.
  • The survey classifies shoppers who scored 80 or above on the sustainability scale as environmentally attuned shoppers.

WELL Health to Expand its Canadian Clinic Network with Acquisition from Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. of Medical Clinics operating as "The Health Clinic by Shoppers™"

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화요일, 4월 16, 2024

WELL is adding 10 primary care medical clinics operating under the name "The Health Clinic by ShoppersTM" to its national primary care network.

Key Points: 
  • WELL is adding 10 primary care medical clinics operating under the name "The Health Clinic by ShoppersTM" to its national primary care network.
  • The 10 clinics are located in Ontario and BC and include over 35 physicians.
  • "The Health Clinic by Shoppers™" comprises of 10 clinics (four in British Columbia and six in Ontario), with over 35 physicians on staff.
  • WELL will onboard the 10 clinics through its Clinic Absorption program and intends to enhance operational and service capabilities across the newly added clinics, through its Clinic Transformation Team.

Shoppers Believe Government Policies and Actions Most Responsible for Higher Prices in Supermarkets According to Feedback Group Research

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목요일, 4월 11, 2024

Supermarket shoppers rated a variety of entities and factors, on a five-point scale where five is "highly responsible" and one "not at all responsible", as to their degree of responsibility for higher prices in supermarkets.

Key Points: 
  • Supermarket shoppers rated a variety of entities and factors, on a five-point scale where five is "highly responsible" and one "not at all responsible", as to their degree of responsibility for higher prices in supermarkets.
  • Viewed as most responsible, government policies and actions received the highest mean score (3.86).
  • Doug Madenberg, Chief Listening Officer of The Feedback Group, commented, "In this politically charged environment, supermarket shoppers believe that government policies are the leading influence on higher supermarket prices.
  • "Clearly shoppers believe supermarkets could do more in terms of supporting them when it comes to fighting inflation, as well as communicating why product prices have increased.

Else Nutrition Reports 2023 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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월요일, 4월 1, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC. (BABY) (BABYF) (0YL.F) ("Else" or the "Company"), today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023. The financial statements and MD&A are available on SEDAR under the Company’s profile.

Key Points: 
  • “We made tremendous progress in 2023, resulting in increased revenue, an expanded retail footprint, and new product launches,” commented, Hamutal Yitzhak, CEO of Else Nutrition.
  • “Notably, our revenue increased 38% sequentially in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to the third quarter of 2023.
  • Had it not been for some temporary delays by certain large retail chains, our results would have been even stronger.
  • Else Nutrition management plans to host a business update conference call today at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s financial results for the 2023 fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, as well as the Company’s corporate progress and other developments.

Shoppers Drug Mart Launches Recycling Program for Quo Beauty™ Cosmetics

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월요일, 3월 25, 2024

TORONTO, March 25, 2024 /CNW/ - Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. ("Shoppers Drug Mart") is making strides toward its commitment to reduce plastic waste with the launch of the Quo Beauty Cosmetics Free Recycling Program .

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 25, 2024 /CNW/ - Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. ("Shoppers Drug Mart") is making strides toward its commitment to reduce plastic waste with the launch of the Quo Beauty Cosmetics Free Recycling Program .
  • In partnership with international recycling leader TerraCycle, the new program introduces a convenient solution for customers to recycle empty Quo Beauty cosmetics components and keep plastic packaging from going to landfills and incinerators.
  • For each pound of cosmetics waste shipped in through the recycling program, $1 will be donated to Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health™ .
  • The following Quo Beauty cosmetics components are eligible for recycling:

XO Health Selects League to Power Industry's First Fully Integrated Digital Member Experience

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월요일, 2월 26, 2024

League and XO Health announced today an agreement to deliver a next-generation member experience for self-insured employers.

Key Points: 
  • League and XO Health announced today an agreement to deliver a next-generation member experience for self-insured employers.
  • The partnership will bring the industry’s most unified and integrated digital experience to market, including personalized navigation and advocacy support.
  • XO Health is the first health plan designed by and for self-insured employers to create a more unified health experience for everyone.
  • "We're pleased to partner with the innovative team at XO Health," said Michael Serbinis, Founder and CEO of League.

Siskinds LLP and Spiteri & Ursulak LLP announce filing of proposed class action against Shoppers Drug Mart

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화요일, 3월 5, 2024

TORONTO, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Siskinds LLP and Spiteri & Ursulak LLP announced today the filing of a proposed national class action against Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. and Shoppers Drug Mart (London) Limited ("Shoppers").

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Siskinds LLP and Spiteri & Ursulak LLP announced today the filing of a proposed national class action against Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. and Shoppers Drug Mart (London) Limited ("Shoppers").
  • The proposed class action alleges that Shoppers misclassified its former Associates as independent contractors and terminated their employment without providing them with reasonable notice or pay in lieu thereof.
  • It is brought on behalf of all former Shoppers Drug Mart Associates in Canada, excluding Québec, who entered into an Associate Agreement with Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. or Shoppers Drug Mart (London) Limited and whose relationship was terminated by Shoppers from 2006 to the date of certification of the class action (the "Class Members").
  • If you wish to join or receive updates on this prospective class action, we encourage you to complete the information form on the Siskinds LLP website at https://www.siskinds.com/class-action/shoppers-drug-mart-inc/ by clicking "Join".

Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health™ investing $50 million by 2026 to make care more equitable for women across Canada

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수요일, 2월 28, 2024

Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health™ (the Foundation) is dedicated to creating equitable and accessible care for all women in Canada, empowering them to lead healthier lives.

Key Points: 
  • Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health™ (the Foundation) is dedicated to creating equitable and accessible care for all women in Canada, empowering them to lead healthier lives.
  • Today, the Foundation released its 2023 Impact Report (the report), highlighting key accomplishments toward achieving this goal.
  • Last year's fundraising efforts brings the total amount raised by the Foundation to $22 million since it first launched in July 2023.
  • "The Foundation's vision is to build a future where care is equitable and accessible, so that all women in Canada can lead healthier lives.

Shoppers Drug Mart Creating New Pathways to Public Healthcare Across Canada

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월요일, 2월 12, 2024

The clinics aim to address some of the issues currently facing public healthcare systems across Canada by relieving pressure on existing frontline services and giving patients more options when accessing healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • The clinics aim to address some of the issues currently facing public healthcare systems across Canada by relieving pressure on existing frontline services and giving patients more options when accessing healthcare.
  • In provinces like Nova Scotia and Alberta, 20 - 35 per cent of visits were for chronic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease," said Jeff Leger, Pharmacist and President of Shoppers Drug Mart.
  • Shoppers is leading other pharmacy retailers in terms of direct investment, with more clinic locations in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, than any other.
  • Publicly funded insured services at the Shoppers' clinics are offered at no charge to patients with a valid health card.

Indeed Labs Launches Nanobronze™ Deep: Bronzing Drops for Deeper Skin Tones

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목요일, 2월 8, 2024

These bronzing drops are specifically designed to complement deeper skin tones.

Key Points: 
  • These bronzing drops are specifically designed to complement deeper skin tones.
  • Nanobronze™ Deep is safe for all skin types and ideal for anyone looking for an instant sun-kissed glow without sun damage.
  • "Our original Nanobronze is beloved by so many but is less suitable for consumers with deeper skin tones.
  • Acting as a protective shield against pollution, these bronzing drops support the skin's barrier and reduce the appearance of redness.