| Brought to you by the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association |
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| August 4, 2011 |
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Survey shows restaurateurs cautiously optimistic about the future
CRFA’s first-ever Restaurant Outlook Survey reveals that nearly one-third of restaurateurs believe sales growth will pick up the pace over the next six months. Senior Economist Chris Elliott looks at sales performance, factors affecting restaurants, and operator expectations. |
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CRFA challenges Ontario’s $7-million handout to frozen pizza maker
In an open letter to the Minister of Agriculture, CRFA spoke out against the government subsidy for a foreign-based multinational that competes directly with fresh pizza makers in Ontario and Canada. |
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Act now → Speak up about credit and debit cards
Are skyrocketing credit card fees still an issue for you? Take CRFA’s quick survey and let us know if new payment system regulations are working for you. |
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New limitations on hiring foreign workers
The federal government has introduced new restrictions on who employers can use to help them apply for temporary foreign workers (TFWs). |
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A win for members! New Brunswick reconsiders wage increase, preserves jobs
Following CRFA’s efforts, the government has postponed the next minimum wage increase by six months. |
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Fast casual poised for growth
Is fast casual dining set to overtake the QSR segment? From menu variety to customer service, the NPD Group looks at what’s driving traffic. |
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Burger trend continues to sizzle
With nearly half of today’s consumers eating burgers at least once a week, this sandwich trend is only getting hotter. Technomic looks at why burgers are big. |
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Five questions to kick-start your green game plan
Thinking of going green? Sustainability guru André LaRivière poses five questions you should answer before giving your plan the green light. |
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Have you got your free 2011 Foodservice Operations Report?
All CRFA members received a promo code by e-mail that allows them to download this free report. If you’re a CRFA member and you haven’t received the code, please contact us.
The July issue of Canadian Restaurant & Foodservice News is out!
In this issue:
• All about employees – salaries, recruitment and retention
• How to make money with the right people for the job
• Classing up your bar with classic cocktails
• Menus that capture the over-50 crowd
• Food safety: Hand washing vs. hand sanitizers
….and much more. |
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