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| February 23, 2011 |
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CRFA applauds Ontario’s minimum wage freeze
Despite anti-poverty groups pushing for a 75-cent increase, Ontario has responded to CRFA’s lobbying efforts and frozen the minimum wage – saving the foodservice industry $253 million a year, or about $8,300 per establishment. More >
 The CRFA Show 2011 is on next weekend!
Canada’s leading foodservice and hospitality event returns to Toronto’s Direct Energy Centre, March 6 – 8. With more than 1,200 exhibit booths, 12,000 industry professionals attending and non-stop chef demos, business seminars and special events, the CRFA Show can’t be missed! More >
Technomic’s Trends and Directions 2011 Conference More >
Celebrity chef and TV host Anna Olson joins the show! More >
Register online now for ApEx and win!
Don’t pass on this opportunity for discounted admission to Atlantic Canada’s premier hospitality trade show – and the chance to win a prize worth $700! More > |
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Foodservice employment lags recovery
CRFA’s Chris Elliott explains how the economy is recovering faster than foodservice employment – and how young workers have been hit the hardest. More >
Music royalties: What do they mean for your business?
Don’t turn a deaf ear to music royalties. CRFA’s Justin Taylor explains how to minimize the cost of playing music in your restaurant. More >
Healthy callouts and preparations sprout on Canadian menus
Operators know that health is wealth – menu labels like “vegetarian,” “diet,” and “organic,” are cropping up on menus to attract the health-conscious consumer, according to Technomic. More >
The restaurant adventurer
More than 75% of Canadians consider themselves adventurous eaters. The NPD Group shares tips for an exciting menu that draws in these thrill-seekers. More >
Eight steps to hiring, training and maintaining the best staff possible
Diane Chiasson explains eight ways to find the right employees that help you put the customer first. More >
Adapting to the “new normal” – Eight ways to recession proof your restaurant
Neil Lester tells you why it’s better to be proactive than reactive, especially in times of economic malaise. More >
2011 Institutional Foodservice Market Report now available
fsSTRATEGY’s report provides up-to-date information on foodservice sales trends and market share in institutional settings. More > |
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Restaurant industry welcomes New Brunswick’s recipe for growth
CRFA commends New Brunswick for committing to measures that foster the growth of small businesses – including considering tiered minimum wage. More >
CRFA discusses food safety inspection information in Quebec
CRFA is working to collaborate with MAPAQ as it reconsiders its posted results on food safety inspection in the industry. More >
CRFA meets B.C. Liberal Leadership candidate
George Abbott commits to working with CRFA on the HST, drinking and driving penalties and minimum wage. More >
CRFA puts the pressure on drinking and driving penalties in B.C.
In a meeting with CRFA, Minister Coleman reconfirms his commitment to amend the stiff impaired driving legislation. More >
Save money with energy efficiency grants for B.C. restaurants
B.C’s restaurant industry can benefit from $4.5 million in funding for energy-efficient practices. More > |
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CRFA members save with preferred rates from Global Payments
If your payment processor recently adjusted merchant fees, you may have options.
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Notice of Meeting
CRFA’s Annual General Meeting
March 7, 2010, from 4 to 5 p.m.
Café Soleil, Direct Energy Centre, Toronto
CRFA members are invited to join Chairman Gerard Curran to hear about CRFA’s activities over the past year and elect a new slate of officers.
Make your voice heard. Join CRFA today! www.crfa.ca/membership
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