Thanks to Alyssa Laing, an independent account manager who represents CanPrev and Orange Naturals in lower mainland BC, for taking me and Christina Barrett, medical director, Orange Naturals, to some stores just prior to CHFA NOW Vancouver.

Whether it’s the newest flavour of mocktails or the best green beauty product all the influencers are touting, ensuring your shelves are stocked with the latest trending products is critical to remaining competitive in this market.

CanPrev has announced Cristina Guglielmi’s promotion to national director, health food.

In April 2024, CHFA NOW Vancouver acknowledged excellence in the Canadian natural health industry with the CHFA Industry Achievement Awards for individuals and organizations.

After earning my degree from the University of British Columbia (UBC), I landed my dream job in management consulting where I lasted only 90 days. It was 2008, and Occupy Wall Street was in full swing. I found myself questioning my contributions to the world around me. After quitting, I worked in the non-profit sector for a while. But I had a desire for something more.

Healthology and Alive Publishing Group hosted a casual retailer dinner during CHFA NOW Vancouver 2024

Bio Strath, a line of 100 percent natural, herbal, fermented yeast supplements, is now available in Canada, exclusively distributed by Puresource.

Prairie Naturals’ second annual Men’s Health Gala held during CHFA NOW Vancouver (April 3–5) was a spectacular event dedicated to supporting the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation and encouraging conversations around men’s health.

Thank you to all who attended and participated in the 2024 Guelph Organic Conference, celebrating all things organic! This year's conference brought together the best of the organic industry, including farmers, retailers, and certifiers. The conference hosted more than 1,800 enthusiastic attendees over four days.

The Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA) held its annual 2024 Organic Leadership Awards on April 2, 2024. The evening gala celebrated the 15th anniversary of Canada regulating organic products, and honouring innovators and visionaries of the organic industry.

The Pantry Natural Foods, Mission, BC, turned 50 this year. It was founded in 1974 by Jenne and Harold Greger and is now owned and managed by their daughter Margot Greger.

While the world has slowly but steadily recovered from the fallout of COVID-19 pandemic, retailers are still dealing with its aftereffects—specifically from a phenomenon called “rent-flation.”

Have you ever wondered about the trillions of microbes that inhabit your body? Understanding this vast universe inside us—known as the microbiome—is revolutionizing our health. Far from outdated, purely negative models of microbes, the research is accelerating in its understanding of how these tiny organisms are pivotal not only to human health but also to the health of our planet.

Retailers were encouraged to participate and share their experiences in an “idea exchange” during a retailer roundtable at CHFA NOW Vancouver 2024.

When it comes to purchasing natural health products, the journey of a first-time buyer differs significantly from that of a repeat customer. Understanding these differences is crucial for both retailers and manufacturers when developing effective marketing plans and ensuring customer loyalty.