Regina, SK, December 9, 2025 - Ricky’s All Day Grill is excited to announce the opening of its newest location at 1110 Victoria Ave E, Regina, SK, within the Regina Travelodge property, making it the 71st location in Western Canada and the Prairies. Ricky’s brings its signature all-day breakfast, lunch and dinner classics, and warm hospitality to the community, and it ideally provides easy access for both hotel guests and local Regina residents.

“We are so excited to serve this community and share our love of fresh, house-made comfort food with our guests,” said Zahir, franchisee of Ricky’s Regina. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone through our doors and make this a place where friends and families can come together for great meals and memorable experiences.”

Cheryl Campbell, General Manager of Ricky’s Regina, added, “Our team is ready to provide the warm, welcoming service Ricky’s is known for. We look forward to seeing familiar faces and new guests alike enjoying our all-day breakfast and comforting favourites.”

The restaurant officially opened on December 6, 2025, welcoming the community to stop by to enjoy its dine-in, take-out or delivery service. For more information about Ricky’s Regina, visit

Barrie, Ont, December 05, 2025 – Jimmy John’s, the sandwich shop known for its made-to-order menu and bold and creative sandwich flavours, will open two new restaurants in Barrie this December. The first restaurant, located at 411 Bayfield St, Barrie, Ont., will open December 10. The second, located at 103-75 Barrie View Dr, Barrie, Ont., will open later this month.

To mark the openings, each location will offer its first 100 guests a complimentary sandwich. Once that number is reached, all other customers on opening day will have the option of trying classic sandwiches for only $5.

“We are pleased to bring Jimmy John’s to Barrie and to offer residents a new food option that focuses on fresh ingredients and consistent preparation,” says Kim Slongo, director of operations at Foodtastic, the team behind Jimmy John’s in Canada. “We look forward to connecting with the community and introducing guests to the menu.”

The Barrie restaurants will feature Jimmy John’s signature lineup of made-to-order sandwiches prepared with freshly sliced meats, cheeses, and vegetables. The brand continues to expand across Canada, focusing on quality, quick service, and strong franchisees.

“In addition to being a vibrant city, Barrie is an important connection point between the Greater Toronto Area and Ontario’s beloved cottage regions,” says Parth Patel, owner of Jimmy John’s Bayfield location. “These openings are in high-traffic areas, which works well for us because of our commitment to delivering consistent, freaky fast and freshly made sandwiches.”

With significant year-round traffic and seasonal surges tied to cottage country travel, Barrie represents a natural addition to the brand’s growing footprint in Ontario. Both locations are situated to serve guests seeking a quick, dependable meal, whether they live in the community or are passing through during peak travel periods.

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December 2, 2025 – Toronto, ON – Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader behind iconic brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia and a subsidiary of France-based Lactalis Group, is pleased that it has once again been named one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for a second consecutive year.

Each year, the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards shine a spotlight on organizations that set the benchmark for workplace excellence. Recognizing employers in the GTA with exceptional human resources programs and forward‑thinking workplace policies, the winners of this prestigious accolade are selected on a wide range of criteria including: 1) Workplace; 2) Work Atmosphere and Social; 3) Health, Financial and Family Benefits; 4) Vacation and Time-Off; 5) Employee Communications; 6) Performance Management; 7) Training and Skills Development; and 8) Community Involvement.

“At Lactalis Canada our purpose is to Enrich and Nurture the Lives of Canadians and that begins with our people who are at the core of driving our business,” said Matt Price, CHRO at Lactalis Canada. “We are honoured to receive this recognition which speaks to the importance we place on creating a workplace and culture rooted in learning, well-being and opportunity with meaningful pathways that empower our people to grow, innovate, contribute and lead with purpose.”

To view the complete list of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers (2026) and special editorial spotlight on Lactalis Canada, click .

Dauphin, Man., December 2, 2025 – Pita Pit, one of Canada’s leading quick-service restaurant chains specializing in fresh, customizable pitas, salads, and rice bowls, has opened its newest location at 1351 Main Street South in Dauphin. The new restaurant is located along one of the city’s busiest corridors, offering a convenient and fresh menu that has favour with Canadians for the past 30 years, and keeps on growing with new options and flavours.

“It’s vast and open blue skies for Pita Pit in the prairies,” says Chris Cann, Brand Leader for Pita Pit. “For the past 30 years, Pita Pit has been delivering healthy eating options for all lifestyles. We’re delighted to join forces with Jayeshkumar to put down roots in this beautiful community”.

The new restaurant is owned and operated by Jayeshkumar Shankarji Mali, a local entrepreneur with experience in the food service and retail industries.

“Opening this Pita Pit location is both a professional and personal milestone,” says Jayeshkumar Mali, franchise owner. “It represents years of dedication and hard work. I’m excited to bring a healthy dining option to Dauphin and create a space where people can enjoy great food and strong community connections.”

Located near schools, offices, and residential neighborhoods, Pita Pit Dauphin offers guests fresh, flavourful meals made to order, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. The new restaurant will employ up to eight local team members.

Pita Pit continues to expand across Canada with 232 locations nationwide and 11 in Manitoba. The brand remains committed to its motto, Fresh Thinking. Healthy Eating, offering guests quick, nutritious meals with a wide range of customizable options.

For more information on Pita Pit, visit