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CTV News
11-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Longtime Save-On-Foods customer from B.C. wins $1M ‘Touchdown to Win' prize
New Westminster, B.C., resident Roy Lyster (middle) collects his grand prize from the "Touchdown to Win" promotion at Save-On-Foods. A man from B.C.'s Lower Mainland has scored $1 million through the Save-On-Foods 'Touchdown to Win' CFL promotion – and there's still one more potential jackpot up for grabs. The grand prize will be paid out to New Westminster resident Roy Lyster in $50,000 annual installments. Heidi Ferriman, senior vice-president of marketing for Save-On-Foods, said Lyster is a longtime customer of the grocery chain's Burnaby location, having shopped there since it opened nearly 20 years ago. He still comes in about five times a week, she said. 'He's an early bird and he's often the first customer in the store every day,' Ferriman said Friday, at a news conference announcing his win. 'I'm told that Roy has built many great relationships here with the team members and the many managers over the years.' He'll be celebrating the win with his wife of more than 50 years, Glenda, and their family, Ferriman said. Under the rules of the promotion, customers are 'automatically entered' every time they shop at Save-On-Foods and scan their More Rewards card. They also receive bonus entries for purchasing participating products – which Lyster benefited from when buying Clamato, Ferriman said. The grand prize is only awarded when two kickoffs are returned for touchdowns in the same CFL game – which happened on July 4 between the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and the Toronto Argonauts. Save-On-Foods said there is still one more $1 million grand prize that could be awarded this season, along with smaller prizes such as free groceries for a year.
CTV News
09-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Demand from ‘buy Canadian' movement pushes Purdys to move into grocer Save-On-Foods
Purdys Chocolatier says the buy Canadian movement has generated so much demand for its products that it decided to sell them outside its own stores for the first time in its 118-year-old history. A Purdys display is seen in a grocery store in this undated handout image. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Handout - Purdys Chocolatier (Mandatory Credit) Purdys Chocolatier says the buy Canadian movement has generated so much demand for its products that it decided to sell them outside its own stores for the first time in its 118-year-old history. Kriston Dean, the Vancouver-based confectionary company's vice-president of marketing and sales, says as soon as tariff tensions emerged, shoppers' interest in the brand was piqued. The brand's website traffic jumped more than 200 per cent and searches about whether it is Canadian popped by a whopping 300 per cent. When Easter rolled around, the spiking interest translated into a 25 per cent increase in new customers compared with the year before. Such numbers gave the company the confidence to forge a deal with Pattison Food Group to put four varieties of Purdys chocolates on the shelves of western Canadian grocer Save-On-Foods. Dean says Purdys is watching to see how its chocolates perform at Save-On-Foods to help determine whether it should expand its brand even further outside its own stores. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 9, 2025. Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Demand from 'buy Canadian' movement pushes Purdys to move into grocer Save-On-Foods
Purdys Chocolatier says the buy Canadian movement has generated so much demand for its products that it decided to sell them outside its own stores for the first time in its 118-year-old history. Kriston Dean, the Vancouver-based confectionary company's vice-president of marketing and sales, says as soon as tariff tensions emerged, shoppers' interest in the brand was piqued. The brand's website traffic jumped more than 200 per cent and searches about whether it is Canadian popped by a whopping 300 per cent. When Easter rolled around, the spiking interest translated into a 25 per cent increase in new customers compared with the year before. Such numbers gave the company the confidence to forge a deal with Pattison Food Group to put four varieties of Purdys chocolates on the shelves of western Canadian grocer Save-On-Foods. Dean says Purdys is watching to see how its chocolates perform at Save-On-Foods to help determine whether it should expand its brand even further outside its own stores. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 9, 2025. Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press Sign in to access your portfolio
National Post
08-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
Purdys Chocolatier is entering grocery stores for the first time, at Save-On-Foods.
Article content In response to organic growth and increased interest as a Canadian-made and owned chocolate brand, Purdys Chocolatier will now be available at 131 Save-On-Foods locations across Canada. Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Canadians are seeking out more Canadian brands, and chocolate is no exception. Purdys Chocolatier, a proudly Canadian-owned and operated chocolate brand since 1907, has seen a dramatic 200%+ increase in online traffic from Canadian search queries and significant sales growth. Article content To meet increasing demand, and the 93% of Canadians who say they want grocery stores to promote Canadian products, Purdys Chocolatier has partnered with Save-On-Foods to bring their Canadian-made chocolates to 131 Save-On-Foods locations across Western Canada (BC, AB, MB and SK) and Yukon. This partnership marks a milestone for Purdys Chocolatier, which has exclusively sold their products to customers through their over 80 retail stores and online. Article content 'While many Canadian brands are emphasizing their heritage amidst this Buy Canadian movement, Purdys Chocolatier's growth has been remarkably organic, driven, I believe, by our history, reputation for quality chocolates and Canadians' inherent recognition of us,' noted Lawrence Eade, President of Purdys Chocolatier. 'This heightened interest made it a natural decision to explore new retail avenues, allowing Purdys Chocolatier to be present in even more communities across Canada.' Article content Four of Purdys Chocolatier's best-selling chocolates will be available at Save-On-Foods locations. Article content Dark Mint Meltie Bar – A classic since the 1960s, the Dark Mint Meltie Bar is a fan favourite with its smooth dark chocolate, melting away to reveal a refreshing burst of mint. Made with sustainable cocoa. Milk Peanut Butter Bar – Creamy milk chocolate meets a smooth, nutty peanut butter blend. This perfectly portioned bar is made for those moments when you need something rich and satisfying. Made with sustainable cocoa. Milk Hedgehogs, pack of 3 – The iconic Hedgehogs are a creamy, extra-nutty hazelnut gianduja enveloped in a smooth milk chocolate shell. Made with sustainable cocoa. Milk Salted Butter Toffee Bar – A delightful balance of sweetness and saltiness in a bar that's a perfect blend of creamy milk chocolate and crunchy salted butter toffee bits. Made with sustainable cocoa. Article content 'We are absolutely thrilled to announce that select Save-On-Foods stores across Western Canada will now offer a variety of Purdys chocolates,' said Pattison Food Group president Jamie Nelson. 'Both brands have a rich history in Canada dating back more than 100 years. At a time when Canadians are looking for unique, Made in Canada products, we are proud to bring this iconic brand to our customers.' Article content Keep an eye out for Purdys Chocolatier on your next visit to your neighbourhood Save-On-Foods store to add delicious Canadian-made chocolates to your next grocery run. Available at 131 participating Save-On-Foods locations in Western Canada and Yukon – for a limited time! Article content Purdys Chocolatier has been Canada's Chocolatier since 1907. As a proud, family-owned company, they make a wide range of chocolate gifts from premium ingredients and sustainable cocoa. Community and people are at the heart of Purdys Chocolatier, and together with their Purple Partnerships initiative and Seasonal Fundraising Program, they find opportunities to support, advocate and craft more kindness. Article content Article content Article content
