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Government of Canada invests $2.8 million

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Government of Canada invests $2.8 million to increase mental health literacy among Coaches and Sports Leaders

Canada is committed to promoting positive mental health for everyone, particularly those who face disproportionate challenges accessing mental health support because of discrimination, socioeconomic status or social exclusion.
David McGuinty, Member of Parliament for Ottawa South, on behalf of the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced $2.8 million in funding to support the Coaching Association of Canada’s new project, which aims to increase mental health literacy among coaches and community sport leaders who work with remote, Indigenous and economically disadvantaged communities, newcomers to Canada, and persons with disabilities.The project will update and adapt existing mental health educational modules that will be delivered within these communities and create an online hub for mental health resources for coaches that will launch on February 16, 2023. (practicetestgeeks.com) The project is expected to reach up to 2,540,000 coaches across Canada.

The announcement is part of a $100 million investment over three years, provided in Budget 2021, to support projects that promote mental health and prevent mental illness in populations disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including youth, seniors, First Nations, Inuit and Métis, and Black and other racialized Canadians.

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“Coaches play a fundamental leadership role in their communities and are an important source of mental health support for many athletes. With its focus on increasing mental health literacy, this new program will significantly help coaches and sport leaders understand some of the challenges that people from equity-seeking groups, including youth, face when it comes to their mental health while helping more people across Canada access the trauma-informed and culturally relevant supports they need.”

The Honourable, Carolyn Bennett
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, and Associate Minister of Health

“I am happy that our government continues to support underrepresented groups who were disproportionately affected by the pandemic. The mental health literacy of our coaches is paramount. Our athletes’ well-being depends on having training environments that are psychologically healthy and safe. This $2.8M funding to the Coaching Association of Canada will do just that, by reaching more than 2.5 million coaches across the country, which in turn will help millions of athletes from coast to coast to coast.”

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge
Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec

“Supporting the mental health of athletes is key to creating a healthy environment and a love of sport and physical activity that can last a lifetime. The additional support the Coaching Associate of Canada can provide coaches and sport organizations will help foster this positive environment and support ongoing physical activity while addressing health inequities and supporting young people from equity-seeking groups.”

David McGuinty
Member of Parliament, Ottawa South

“This project is an important opportunity for the CAC to raise awareness and literacy on mental health within the sport community. Harnessing the power of sport can unite individuals, groups, communities, and nations; with this project we endeavour to equip our coaches to better support themselves and their sport participants, to normalize conversations around mental health, and to have a significant impact on individual lives as well as the sport community in Canada.”

Lorraine Lafrenière
Chief Executive Officer of the Coaching Association of Canada

Quick Facts

• The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the mental health of people in Canada through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
• Mental health promotion and mental illness prevention are critical components for well-being and can help reduce demands on the health care system. Community-based projects focusing on mental health promotion have the potential to improve health outcomes over the life course.
• The Wellness Together Canada portal provides free access to educational content, self-guided therapy, moderated peer-to-peer support, and one-to-one counselling with qualified health professionals. If you or a loved one is struggling, you can access the Wellness • Together Canada portal, or call 1-866-585-0445 or text WELLNESS to 741741 (adults) or 686868 (youth).
• The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous people across Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counsellors are reachable by telephone and online “chat” 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Both telephone and online chat services are available in English and French. Telephone support is also available upon request in Cree, Ojibway (Anishinaabemowin), and Inuktitut.
• Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 with e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French.

Grocery Doppio Survey Predicts

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Grocery Doppio Survey Predicts: 87% of Shoppers will Purchase Groceries Online and Spend up to 7% More in 2023

– Incisiv, a next-generation industry insights firm that helps retailers and brands navigate digital disruption, and Wynshop, the leading provider of digital commerce and fulfillment solutions for local store-based retailers, revealed the findings from their State of Digital Grocery Performance Scorecard for November 2022, reflecting late November/early December shopping data, as well as polling responses from 2,010 grocery shoppers and 203 grocery industry executives.
Overall grocery spending will increase by 3-7% in 2023 compared to 2022.

Digital grocery will continue to grow, with a predicted 87% of grocery shoppers ordering through digital channels for at least some of their grocery needs.
81% of grocery execs say they must upgrade their technology tools and regard “budget, integration, and talent” as their top 3 challenges for 2023.
In accordance with predicted shopper demand, 67% of shoppers will maintain or increase their spending on ‘prepared food’ in 2023.

Grocery Doppio’s “State of Digital Grocery Performance Scorecard” for November 2022
The monthly State of Digital Grocery Performance Scorecards is one of many resources available on the Grocery Doppio website. The reports are built around data analysis of 1.5 million shopper orders and survey results from more than 18,000 shoppers and 1,800 U.S. grocery executives.

More key findings from the November 2022 Performance Scorecard include:

Digital grocery sales sharply accelerate.
After declining in September and then rising 12.4% in October, digital grocery sales rose an impressive 24.6% in November as compared with October.
Digital’s share of the grocery market reached 17.1% in November, sharply exceeding October’s 14.9%.
Total digital grocery sales reached $14.7 billion in November.

Digital basket size grew in November.
Digital baskets averaged two items more in November than they did in October.
Overall basket size grew robustly in November, averaging 12.1% higher than in October; This follows a 10.2% increase from Q3 2021 to Q3 2022 and an additional increase of 4.3% in October 2022.
Third-party providers continued to slide.
Third-party transactions accounted for 19.7% of all digital grocery sales in November 2022.
That represents a dip of 1.2% in November compared to October and a total loss of over 8% since Grocery Doppio began tracking in Q2 2022.
Share of grocery pickup sales continues to increase
Total pickup sales grew to $8 billion in November, an increase of $1.7 billion over October.
That translated to a slight extension of pickup’s lead over delivery as a fulfillment method, ending with a 54.3% share of all digital grocery orders, as compared to 53.7% in October.
“In the early days of digital grocery’s boom, third-party providers and delivery were very popular with shoppers,” said Gaurav Pant, Chief Insights Officer of both Incisv and Grocery Doppio. “2022 saw a maturation of both grocers’ ability to sell to their existing shoppers digitally and shoppers’ understanding of what really works for them. I think we will see grocers continue to assume more ownership over digital channels as they grow further in 2023.”

“Demands on grocers’ technology and talent will increase in 2023 as the global labour shortage continues and digital channels grow further,” said Charlie Kaplan, Chief Strategy Officer of Wynshop. “The key to outperforming the competition is to have flexible, powerful tools which integrate easily and do not require additional skilled workers to operate.”

Every month, Grocery Doppio brings together rich, research-driven grocery content, fact-based observations, inspiring perspectives, and deep performance benchmarks that identify improvement opportunities for grocery retailers. The site is designed to help grocery and food executives optimize their digital and in-store channels and accelerate growth profitably.

The plant-based industry continues to innovate

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In Q2 2022, Brightfield Group’s Consumer Insights platform saw a 25% decrease in the percentage of shoppers who purchased plant-based creamer in Q2 2022 and purchased plant-based sausage and fish alternatives fell 17%. Dairy-free yogurt (down 9%), dairy-free cheese (down 8%), hamburger alternatives (down 7%), chicken alternatives (down 6%), dairy-free ice cream Market penetration of creams (down 3%). Only plant-based frozen food and plant-based bacon showed modest increases of 5% and 1%.

Brightfield CEO Bethany Gomez said, “People report using plant-based products because they think they’re better for their health and the planet, but many people are consuming more. I’m seeing that sentiment waning in a group of people who are interviewed monthly.

Despite the second-quarter results, the trend forecast for 2023 shows a positive outlook for the plant-based category.  Mintel, a market research agency, has identified four key trends for the coming year, including consumer desire for information.

“Awareness and productivity are the next mental and emotional well-being traits consumers are looking for,” said Rebecca Vella, Mintel’s Food and Drink Insights Director. “Consumers are looking for products that influence cognitive function, foods and beverages that regulate stress levels and optimize brain function. Expect to source brain-boosting ingredients from plants, such as energy ingredients and caffeine (in moderation) development ingredients…but more is needed. The purpose of this research is to focus on B vitamins. “To show consumers that a wide range of natural and functional ingredients hold promise for cognitive health.”

Sophie’s Bionutrients, a sustainable food technology company, has partnered with the Technical University of Denmark to develop a vegan-friendly chlorella ice cream.

A plant-based frozen dessert made with dairy-free chlorella protein concentrate developed by Sophie’s BioNutrients.

“Microalgae are one of the most nutrient-rich and diverse resources on the planet. Today we are showing you another facet of this superfood’s endless possibilities. It’s a dairy- and lactose-free alternative to ice cream that’s better than most dairy-free products available.”

Big companies are adding herbal versions of popular products, such as Bel Group and The Kraft Heinz Co.

Bel Group has added a botanical strain to its Laughing Cow brand. The plant-based laughing cow cheese is certified vegan and aims to replicate the “spread” associated with the brand’s raw dairy products.

After a two-year development process, Kraft Heinz’s Philadelphia cream cheese brand is launching its first-of-its-kind to appeal to his 52% of consumers looking to add more plant-based foods to their daily diet.

Swiss naturopathic expert launches international blood bank

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Swiss naturopathic expert launches international blood bank for the unvaccinated

A Swiss naturopathic doctor who believes blood transfusion recipients should have the right to choose who receives their blood has established an international blood bank that aims to provide its members with plasma donated by people who have not been vaccinated against COVID-19.

The project, called SafeBlood Donation, started by George Della Pietra, now has members in at least 16 countries around the world and is working to create a new global infrastructure to ensure that unvaccinated patients who need blood transfusions can get any The blood all contained coronavirus vaccinations, Brazil’s Sem Medo newspaper reported.

According to its website, the nonprofit is trying to connect unvaccinated blood donors with recipients in 40 countries around the world, including 18 countries in Western Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, Asia and several African countries.

As it stands, transfusion patients currently cannot refuse blood donations from recipients of the mRNA vaccine because blood databases and blood collection centers such as the Red Cross do not differentiate between donations from vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.

Global demand for blood from unvaccinated people — what he and a growing number call “pure blood” — has skyrocketed, says Della Pietra. “I got hundreds of emails asking, ‘Do you have [available] blood because I’m going to have surgery in three weeks,'” Petra told VICE World News.

He argues that the unvaccinated blood supply will become increasingly scarce over time, primarily as the WHO seeks to dramatically increase its powers and centralize the global pandemic by changing international health regulations and ratifying global pandemic treaties. The case of health governance, the European Conservatives have previously reported.

“We want to provide a platform for those who want to be able to choose their blood donors freely,” the Swiss naturopathic doctor continued, adding: “Whether you believe there is a real conspiracy theory out there, the New World Order [is happen], or just say ‘I just don’t want to’ for whatever reason.”

De La Pitra, who has called the global COVID-19 vaccine program the “crime of the century”, claimed that in his own research, although he did not explain the methodology, vaccinated blood was shown to contain alarming levels of “contamination”. He insisted he had “never seen so much blood. Honestly, that’s the main reason I started the whole thing because when I saw it, I was horrified.”

The Zurich naturopath believes that the global elite is using vaccinations to control the world’s population. “I think the whole vaccination thing is mostly about controlling people,” he said.

As VICE World News reported:

The group’s original goal was to pressure hospitals and public health officials worldwide to allow so-called “directed donations” of unvaccinated blood — a way in which recipients designate non-vaccinated donors directly for Their treatment provides blood.

Medical authorities allow targeted donations only in certain medically necessary cases, such as B. to obtain rare blood types but reject the growing demand for “unvaccinated” blood for ethical and medical reasons. The medical consensus is that blood transfusions pose no risk to people receiving the COVID vaccine, and authorities, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, have said there is no evidence of an “increased risk of adverse events.”

Despite the obstacles, the team is determined to continue with their plan. SafeBlood Donation says on its website: “Once we have a substantial footprint in most countries, there is no escaping us – and let me tell you, we are well on our way to making that happen.”

In an effort to put pressure on medical authorities to allow targeted blood donations, SafeBlood Donation members are currently writing to authorities urging them to change the rules. In addition, the group recommends that members receiving blood transfusions make a “living will” stating that they do not agree to receive blood from mainstream suppliers.

SafeBlood Donation wrote:

Don’t write about vaccinations, etc., or provide any other information other than “personal reasons.” Also, could you write that you identify a relative (if you have one) as a potential blood donor who can be contacted immediately (or be present in person at a planned surgery) who has the same blood type as him? If you do not have a loved one, please write to us as soon as the hospital approves your plan, and we will find one.

Currently, Texas and most of Africa are the only places that allow patients to choose the type of blood (and donor) they’d like to receive.

Previously published:  europeanconservative.com

Basic Research Earns NSF/ANSI 455-2 Dietary Supplement GMP Certification

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The Basic Research manufacturing facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, was recently added to NSF’s NSF/ANSI 455-2 Dietary Supplements Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification. Earning GMP certification from NSF verifies that a manufacturing facility has the proper methods, equipment, facilities, and controls in place to produce dietary supplement products.

Basic Research was founded in 1992 by three partners who wanted to revolutionize the dietary supplement industry, focusing on real science and research. For 30 years, the company has stayed true to that goal and has worked to support people in living their happiest, healthiest lives. The team at Basic Research brings science to life through the creation of exceptional products that are backed by real science and real results.

“Throughout our 30-year history, we have kept our focus on excellence in all aspects of our business,” says Brokk Mowrey, Vice President of Operations. “We are very proud to earn GMP certification and are committed to continuing the practices that led us to this achievement.”

The NSF/ANSI 455 GMP standards are designed to strengthen safety, quality, and trust throughout the supply chain, combine regulatory requirements with retailer quality requirements, and reduce the number of audits and financial costs associated with audits. Utilizing GMP guidelines assists companies in developing and maintaining proper controls in their manufacturing process so that products are processed, manufactured, and labelled in a consistent manner and meet quality standards.

“The NSF/ANSI 455 GMP mark indicates that an NSF auditor has audited a facility, checked documents and deemed the facility compliant with GMP regulations for production,” said David Trosin, Managing Director of Global Health Sciences Certification at NSF. “We’re very pleased to grant NSF/ANSI 455 GMP certification to this Basic Research manufacturing facility.”

Protekt Launches Revolutionary Liquid Immunity Supplement Beverage Enhancer

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The veteran-owned wellness company offering the highest quality products Made in America, launches a new, all-natural Immunity Liquid Supplement Beverage Enhancer that delivers high-impact antioxidants, including vitamin C, zinc, vitamin D, and echinacea, to support optimal health and immunity throughout the body. Offering delectable flavours, including mixed berry and orange, Protekt’s revolutionary liquid formulation disperses instantly in hot or cold water, compared to powders or tablets where endless mixing is essential to diffuse ingredients and flavour.

This all-natural liquid formulation showcases zero calories, no sugar, and no added artificial flavours or ingredients, making it easy to support the body’s first line of defence. Protekt’s new Liquid Immunity Beverage Enhancer guards against external stressors, extreme weather conditions that may alter the immune system, and seasonal viruses to keep your immunity strong and your body healthy. Offering 100% natural ingredients and sweetened with plant-sourced stevia, Protekt’s Liquid Immunity Beverage Enhancer may also support collagen production and contribute to skin health.

“With millions of consumers facing seasonal physical and mental health concerns, Protekt strives to innovate 100% natural products to promote healthy bodies and minds, including our immune system,” said Nick Norris, Co-Founder and CEO of Protekt. “This new formulation was created to fit seamlessly with our lineup of supplements, so consumers can easily work the Immunity formula into their daily routines.”

The Immunity formulation joins a robust lineup of liquid and performance supplements, including Protekt’s best-selling Hydration Liquid Beverage Enhancer, which recently unveiled its new watermelon flavour and is now available for purchase. Protekt’s hydration formula features a proprietary 10:2:1 electrolyte ratio of sodium, potassium, and magnesium, providing vital minerals for intense workouts, heat exhaustion, travel, and improved general wellness.

“At Protekt, our mission since inception has been driven by providing consumer education on essential, science-backed products that establish a health baseline to flourish in life, so creating a supplement that supports our overall immunity and adding new flavours to our existing products were natural next steps for the brand,” said Tim Duba, Co-Founder and President of Protekt. “We take pride in creating a revolutionary immunity formulation to prevent seasonal health concerns that also taste great, and we look forward to continuing expanding our well-rounded wellness product lineup.”

Medterra launches groundbreaking fast-acting wellness gummies

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Three times faster and twenty-two times more effective than a traditional Hemp gummy, advanced nanotechnology allows science-backed formulations of active ingredients and smart botanicals to absorb faster into the system for effects felt in less than 10 minutes.
Wellness support designed for real life, Medterra’s commitment to quality formulas and innovative solutions put consumer health and wellness needs at the forefront. While traditional wellness gummies often take 1-2 hours to feel the effects, the targeted timing of Relax Now and Fast Asleep gummies allows consumers to take full control of their mental and physical well-being.

A dynamic powerhouse formulated around stress-reducing Hemp (Relax Now) and sleep-promoting Hemp (Fast Asleep), both gummies are enriched with science-backed botanicals, amino acids and herbs for maximal nourishment in tandem with confectionary textures and fresh-from-the-patch, all-natural fruit flavours. Full product details include:

Fast Asleep Fast Acting Gummies ($44.99): Made for rapid sleep enhancement, felt in less than ten minutes thanks to advanced nanotechnology, nourishing Hemp, calming melatonin, l-theanine and passionflower help to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep through the night for rest that truly restores. Available in two flavours – Strawberry and Blueberry Pomegranate.

Relax Now Fast-Acting Gummies ($44.99): Made for a quick calming effect, felt in less than ten minutes due to advanced nanotechnology, stress-reducing Hemp, I-theanine, mind-quieting GABA and therapeutic skullcap can relieve tension and soften the body’s stress response for peace and quiet within. Available in two flavours – Citrus and Tropical.

Daiya Strengthens Leadership Team with CMO and CFO Appointments

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The company announced the appointment of Melanie Domer as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Erin Legge as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Domer will lead the Consumer Marketing and Innovation teams, driving a deeper connection to Daiya consumers and helping to build a game-changing innovation pipeline. At the same time, Legge will oversee the finance and IT teams of the company that boasts the largest plant-based food manufacturing facility of its kind in North America.
“As the plant-based category continues to evolve, it is imperative to have strategic, results-oriented leaders who are passionate about the positive impact of the plant-based movement,” said Michael Watt, CEO of Daiya. “With the addition of these two incredible leaders, I am confident Daiya is poised to tackle the next phase of growth as we pioneer breakthroughs, delighting all those who gather around the Daiya table!”

A seasoned CPG veteran with more than two decades of experience in consumer marketing, innovation, and sales, Domer has ascended to leadership positions in some of the top consumer packaged goods companies including S.C. Johnson, Mars Wrigley and General Mills. Domer’s ability to drive brand growth with a consumer and retailer lens will be instrumental in helping Daiya pioneer plant-based breakthroughs in its next chapter of growth.

“Daiya’s purpose is what drew me to the role – changing how the world eats by ensuring consumers have the most delicious plant-based options available to them. I’m truly honoured to join the team at Daiya, as we work towards accelerating growth within the category,” shared Domer.

Legge also brings over 20 years of experience to her new role. Previously, she served as the Vice President, Strategic Projects and Integration at Daiya, initially joining the company in 2021. Prior to joining Daiya, she spent 17 years with George Weston Limited and Weston Foods holding various roles of increasing levels of responsibility within their finance and operations teams. Both Domer and Legge will report to Watt and round out the company’s senior leadership team, which also includes Shawn McLaughlin, following his recent appointment to SVP of Sales in September 2022.

Oragin Foods Provides Update on Unsecured Debentures

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Oragin Foods Provides Update on Unsecured Debentures, Announces Resignation of Directors and Confirms No Interruption to Its Retail and CPG Operations

The Company’s four (4) independent directors, Mr. Ken Villazor, Mr. Keith Stein, Mr. Micheal Lovsin, and Mr. Kevin Williams (the “Independent Directors”), have resigned from the Company’s Board of Directors and confirm that its retail business and CPG Division continue to operate without interruption, each as further described below.
Debentures and Special Committee Formation

Prior to their respective resignations, the Board of Directors had formed a special committee (the “Special Committee”) comprised of the four independent directors to initiate a process to explore, review and evaluate a broad range of strategic options (the “Strategic Options”) with an aim to repay the Unsecured Debentures.

Prior to that, on October 28th, 2022, the Company had announced that it had received Notices of Default (the “Notices”) from the holders (the “Holders”) of the Unsecured Debentures issued on October 25, 2019, which matured on October 25th, 2022 (the “Maturity Date”).

Initially, through management and then through the efforts of the Special Committee since its formation, the Company continued to engage in discussions with the Holders with the objective of coming to mutually beneficial terms with regard to the repayment of the Unsecured Debentures. However, despite these efforts, the Company has been unable to agree with the Holders on mutually agreeable terms and, in the Company’s view, in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders.

The Company may continue discussions with the Holders if the Company believes that mutually agreeable terms are feasible.

Director Resignations

Concurrently, the Company’s Directors & Officers Indemnity Insurance (the “D&O Insurance”), which was scheduled for renewal, could only be renewed with certain limitations related to and as a result of the Notices and related circumstances. It is the Company’s belief that the Independent Directors tendered their resignations, despite continued efforts to reach a resolution with the Holders up until the date of such resignations, as a result of the inability of the Company to continue to maintain full coverage for its board of directors and management.

Matt Lurie, President and CEO, remains as the Company’s sole director.

Status of Listing on the Exchange and Next Steps

As the policies of the Exchange require that there be a minimum three (3) directors on the board of directors of a reporting issuer listed on the Exchange, the Company anticipates that the Exchange will suspend the Company’s listing in the coming days until and unless the Company can fill the vacancies and return to compliance with the applicable policies of the Exchange. The remaining director intends to seek to appoint the two (2) additional directors required pursuant to the Company’s Articles and continues to evaluate the Strategic Options to repay the Unsecured Debentures, improve or remove the limitations pursuant to the D&O Insurance, and undertaking such actions as are required to bring the Company into compliance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “Exchange”).

Status of Retail Business and CPG Division

The Company’s retail business and CPG Division continue to operate without any material change or interruption. The Company has sufficient cash on hand to continue its operations without experiencing the impact of the resignations of the Resigning Directors or the anticipated suspension of the Company Exchange listing at this time.

“I would like to thank the Board for their efforts in trying to arrive at an agreement with the Unsecured Debenture holders. It is unfortunate that the set of events that has transpired has led us to this current situation; however, I am committed to working towards remedying the outstanding issues. The Company’s Retail and CPG Divisions continue to function as normal, and the company has sufficient cash on hand to carry on with its operations,” said President and CEO Matt Lurie.

Flow Beverage Corp. Appoints Two Independent Directors

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The company announced that Stephen A. Smith and Michael Lines had been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Smith will chair Flow’s Audit Committee, and Mr. Lines will chair the Governance, Human Resources & Compensation Committee.

Mr. Smith has extensive leadership and managerial experience in the retail and hospitality sectors, previously serving as EVP Finance and CFO of Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) and as co-CEO and CFO of Cara Operations Limited (now Recipes Unlimited). Mr. Smith currently serves on the Board of Directors of Organigram Holdings (TSX:OGI), Freshii (TSX:FRII), MAV Beauty Brands (TSX:MAV) and CE Brands (TSXV:CEBI).

Mr. Lines has 27 years of experience in the natural and traditional consumer packaged goods sector and is the Founder and President of Wellness Natural Inc. (Simply Protein). He has led branded and private label launches across numerous international markets and was instrumental in Flow’s entry into the U.S. market. Mr. Lines is also the Vice-Chair of Plant-Based Foods of Canada.

“On behalf of the Flow Board of Directors, I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to Stephen and Michael. We on the Board look forward to working with them as Flow continues with high growth and its path to profitability,” said Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, Lead Independent Director.

“We believe adding depth to our Board in consumer packaged goods, and retail operations will be instrumental in furthering the Company’s strategic transformation into a more streamlined operating model that is sharply focused on the Flow brand and profitable growth,” added Nicholas Reichenbach, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Flow.

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