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BEN'S ORIGINAL™ Launches Two Programs to Support Underserved Communities in Canada

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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BOLTON, ON, Aug. 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, Ben's Original brand announced two initiatives to support communities across Canada taking further action to create opportunities that offer everyone a seat at the table.

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  • BOLTON, ON, Aug. 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, Ben's Original brand announced two initiatives to support communities across Canada taking further action to create opportunities that offer everyone a seat at the table.
  • The brand is addressing this need through community outreach programs around the world to ensure underserved communities have access to the nutritious meals we all deserve.
  • From August 15 to October 10, for every purchase of Ben's Original rice products, the brand will donate $1 to Food Banks Canada to support Canadians facing food insecurity, up to $100,000 which can provide 200,000 meals.
  • "We're very happy to work with Food Banks Canada to support families in need," said Eric Huston, General Manager, Mars Food Canada.

Amazon Canada employees volunteer with food banks, gather donations to support vulnerable Canadians as part of Amazon's Global Month of Volunteering

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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In Canada, Amazon employees have rallied to support food banks and help meet the critical needs of families as Canada's food banks experience spiking demand.

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  • In Canada, Amazon employees have rallied to support food banks and help meet the critical needs of families as Canada's food banks experience spiking demand.
  • In Ma y , food banks reported about 160,000 monthly visits; before the pandemic, the average monthly number was about 60,000.
  • She said: "We felt that rallying hundreds of Canadian employees during Global Month of Volunteering could greatly assist this cause.
  • "Leading Global Volunteering Month in Canada allows me to make an impact and enable my amazing colleagues with a platform to volunteer.

How Big Food Will End Hunger and Can Save the Planet

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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BLUE HILL, Maine, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than two years into a global pandemic and it's clear our food system is in crisis. Food essential to life, should be equitable, affordable, sustainable and healthy food for all Americans. The recent infant formula shortage is an example of the food system's vulnerability. How Big Food Will End Hunger and Can Save the Planet's author, Laurie Curry Copithorne believes, "we are living in unprecedented era where unique and powerful opportunities exist to transform the food system." The fate of our health and the planet's viability depends on it.

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  • Food essential to life, should be equitable, affordable, sustainable and healthy food for all Americans.
  • How Big Food Will End Hunger and Can Save the Planet's author, Laurie Curry Copithorne believes, "we are living in unprecedented era where unique and powerful opportunities exist to transform the food system."
  • Food for Health is a sustainable food policy consultancy dedicated to solving America's most urgent food and health issues.
  • She founded Food For Health to unite stakeholders from farm to fork under a shared vision to transform food and health in the U.S.

Kelseys celebrates 2nd anniversary of Route 78 hard soda by giving back to the guests and the community

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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VAUGHAN, ON, Aug. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - This summer,Kelseys Original Roadhouse iscelebrating the second anniversary of its Route 78 hard soda with a promotion that also gives back.

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  • VAUGHAN, ON, Aug. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - This summer,Kelseys Original Roadhouse iscelebrating the second anniversary of its Route 78 hard soda with a promotion that also gives back.
  • Route 78, made in partnership with Ketel One Vodka, is the first restaurant-exclusive hard soda available nationally across all Kelseys locations.
  • "Route 78 was inspired by our brand DNA and its uninhibited spirit of road tripping and the classic roadhouse," said Shannon Lawler, Director of Marketing at Kelseys Original Roadhouse.
  • To celebrate its anniversary and entice trial Kelseys is promoting Route 78 at a $6 limited time price.

Cargill Announces New $4.9 MM Donation to Feeding America® to Support Nationwide Hunger Relief and Access to More Protein

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Monday, August 1, 2022
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MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cargill is continuing their legacy and commitment to fighting food insecurity through a new $4.9 million donation to the Feeding America® network of member food banks. The company's donation comes at a moment when the need for food assistance remains high from continued pandemic and economic impacts.

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  • A key component of Cargill's latest donation will include $1.9 million in support of increasing the supply of nutritious protein throughout the charitable food system.
  • Protein, including chicken, beef, pork, and even some plant-based foods, are the most requested items for people facing hunger.
  • "Cargill has proudly supported Feeding America for more than three decades, and their efforts to combat hunger across our nation."
  • The donation will also support continued investment in Cargill's legacy food safety program and funding for disaster relief programs.

McDonald's Canada announces new ambitions to help feed and foster Canadian communities

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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This will help to nearly double the number of bedrooms for families across Canada over the next 10 years (2022-2032).

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  • This will help to nearly double the number of bedrooms for families across Canada over the next 10 years (2022-2032).
  • For example, Ducks Unlimited Canada has teamed up with McDonald's Canada and Cargill to support rancher-led work through a $5 million Forage Program.
  • McDonald's Canada is sharing its commitments and ambitions by getting its guests and communities all over Canada excited to Love what's next with a new marketing campaign.
  • Of the almost $1 billion spent on food, more than 85 per cent is purchased from suppliers in Canada.

Montana's All-You-Can-Eat Ribfest expands with a rib tour across Canada

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Friday, July 8, 2022
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TORONTO, July 8, 2022 /CNW/ - This summer, Montana's BBQ & Bar is taking a rib tour across Canada.

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  • TORONTO, July 8, 2022 /CNW/ - This summer, Montana's BBQ & Bar is taking a rib tour across Canada.
  • At this year's rib tour, Montana's will also be accepting donations to Food Banks Canada.
  • Last year, Montana's donated 100,000 meals to Food Banks Canada ahead of the Thanksgiving long weekend.
  • Running alongside the tour is Montana's All-You-Can-Eat Ribfest, happening in restaurants only, across Canada.

Ketel One Vodka partners with Food Banks Canada to encourage Canadians to do more good everyday

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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Ketel One introduces new campaign, Doing Good Tastes Marvellous, to fight against food insecurity in support of Food Banks Canada

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  • Ketel One introduces new campaign, Doing Good Tastes Marvellous, to fight against food insecurity in support of Food Banks Canada
    TORONTO, June 23, 2022 /CNW/ - This year, Ketel One Vodka is making a positive change in communities across Canada by partnering with Food Banks Canada in the fight against food insecurity.
  • Through both of these initiatives, Ketel One is committed to donating, at minimum, the equivalent of 300,000 meals to Food Banks Canada.
  • "Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Canada," said Claudia Galella, Director, Corporate Partnerships and Development at Food Banks Canada.
  • "By working with Food Banks Canada and Carleigh Bodrug, we hope to inspire meaningful conversations to help raise awareness about food insecurity and food waste."

Meet the "Frenchsicle": a Refreshing Limited-Edition Ketchup Popsicle from French's®

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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LONDON, ON, June 20, 2022 /CNW/ - This Wednesday, French's Ketchup will debut the "Frenchsicle," its new limited-edition ketchup-flavoured popsicle, to celebrate the first week of summer.

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  • LONDON, ON, June 20, 2022 /CNW/ - This Wednesday, French's Ketchup will debut the "Frenchsicle," its new limited-edition ketchup-flavoured popsicle, to celebrate the first week of summer.
  • Made from 100 per cent Canadian tomatoes, it combines some of the best traditions the season has to offer: ketchup and popsicles.
  • And almost all Canadians who like ketchup (78 per cent) think it's important to buy ketchup made with 100 per cent Canadian tomatoes.
  • "I started Happy Pops to bring all-natural, handcrafted flavour to Canadians, so French's locally-grown ketchup is a perfect pairing.

Subway® Canada's Never Miss Lunch™ Donation Drive Returns Wednesday, June 22nd

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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Now in its fourth year, Never Miss Lunchis a commitment to children in communities just like yours.

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  • Now in its fourth year, Never Miss Lunchis a commitment to children in communities just like yours.
  • In partnership with Food Banks Canada's After the Bell program, the initiative aims to provide nutritious food to kids in need during the summer break, when many school-based lunch programs end.
  • In 2021, After the Bell gave 150,000 food-packs to food banks across Canada, focusing on reaching communities of greatest need.
  • Trusted partners like Subway continue to step up for its community, and we are deeply grateful for their ongoing support."