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Sep
13

International Chefs Day 2022!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS - OCTOBER 20TH IS INTERNATIONAL CHEFS DAY 2022! Help prepare children for a healthy future by hosting an in-person or virtual workshop or by creating and sharing a fun video or cooking demonstration. To get started, download the toolkit and recipes at the link below. The toolkit has everything you need to run an International Ch...

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Sep
13

Canadian Chicken Challenge!

September is NATIONAL CHICKEN MONTH, and Chicken Farmers of Canada is once again challenging all Canadian chefs with the "Canadian Chicken Challenge"! Throughout the month of September you're invited to: - Create "Canadian Chicken Challenge" content, highlighting your personal cultural experience with chicken as a source of protein. - Share your co...

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Jun
29

Reset & Reconnect a Huge Success!

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What an amazing week it was in Saskatoon for the 2022 Culinary Federation National Conference! Not only did we get the chance to "Reset and Reconnect" with each other, we also shared some absolutely delicious food - like these amazing Senior Chef Competition creations from Monday's Welcome Reception.Looking to get more involved in the Federation? w...

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May
18

Connecting chefs in need with cooks of the future

The culinary industry has been struggling with staffing through the pandemic, but the Culinary Federation is doing all that it can to help ease the pain. The Federation's Toronto branch recently held an exciting ice-breaker networking event at Shalit Foods Inc. in downtown Toronto with the goal of connecting chefs who are looking for more staff wit...

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May
18

Invite your friends!

 Do you have family, friends, fellow chefs, cooks or culinary enthusiasts in Saskatoon that you'd like to join us at our Presidents Gala & Awards on June 16th at Prairieland Park? Tag them in the comments below! Our 3 National Culinary Teams are preparing an incredible feast, and we'll be celebrating the revival of the culinary industry po...

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May
03

Conference Destination Highlight

The CF National Conference in Saskatoon is right around the corner and we're proud to showcase local culinary experiences, including an evening social event at the new STOKED KITCHEN & BAR, led by Executive Chef and CF Saskatoon Branch President Anthony McCarthy.Don't miss out!  Register today at:https://culinaryfederation.swoogo.com/cf22c...

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Feb
08

Registration for the National Conference

Registration is NOW open!Click the link below for access to the conference website, current agenda and registration page:https://bit.ly/3upIkDY 

Feb
08

CF February Wellness Challenge

Did you know that February is the shortest and coldest month of the year? February is also Heart Month - a time to reflect on the importance of our cardiovascular health, to educate ourselves on how we can live a healthier lifestyle and a time to be more intentional and engaged in our physical health.  The Culinary Federation administrative te...

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Jan
24

Lactalis Bringing Innovation & Inspiration

BRINGING INNOVATION AND INSPIRATION TO THE TABLE FOR OVER 120 YEARS. You can count on Lactalis Canada Foodservice to provide quality products with over 16 beloved brands, excellent service and customized attention to satisfy all your culinary and business needs. With local craftsmanship and our global expertise, we are committed to helping you succ...

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Jan
15

Renew for 2022!

Renew now for the 2022 membership year, by logging into your member account at www.culinaryfederation.ca Need help? Contact Lisa at admin@culinaryfederation.ca 

Dec
07

Join the Culinary Federation Family Today!

Nov
09

Ingredients: Sysco's Virtual Kitchen Food Show

Is your foodservice business feeling the impact of Food Inflation? Learn how to adapt and thrive despite food inflation on November 18th by tuning in to Sysco Canada's "Ingredients: Sysco's Virtual Kitchen Food Show". Featuring fresh and innovative culinary ideas, as well as effective restaurant operations solutions, our top vendor partners will he...

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Sep
20

National Day of Truth & Reconciliation

September 30th is the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. We are inviting our membership to take action and acknowledge, honour and celebrate our Indigenous members, friends, colleagues and family.  We invite you to purchase your Every Child Matters t-shirt from SYSCO.  In partnership with Indigenous-owned vendor Warrior Supplies, $...

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Sep
01

The National Chicken Challenge

TAKE THE NATIONAL CHICKEN CHALLENGE!  VALUABLE CASH PRIZES TO BE WON! 1st Place - $5000 cash + $5000 donation to a food bank of your choice 2nd Place - $2000 cash + $2000 donation to a food bank of your choice 3rd Place - $1000 cash + $1000 donation to a food bank of your choice September is NATIONAL CHICKEN MONTH, and this year Chicken Farmer...

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Aug
31

Why should you join the Culinary Federation?

Jul
21

Meet National Board Advisor, Mark Thompson

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Jul
07

Meet David Franklin, National Treasurer

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Jun
23

Remembering & Rebuilding

Congratulations to all the nominees and award recipients for 2020 and 2021! We had a fantastic virtual celebration this week with host Rocco Paradiso and guest speaker Michael Thrash. Find the footage here! 

Jun
14

Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day through Food & Culture

We are overwhelmed with the recent discovery of 215 children's remains at the Kamloops Residential School, one of 139 Residential schools that existed in Canada.  The Culinary Federation will be calling our members to action to show our solidarity and support for the Indigenous Peoples of our membership and otherwise t...

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Jun
14

Virtual Awards - Remembering & Rebuilding

Join us as we live stream our virtual awards for 2020 and 2021 on June 23rd, on our Facebook Page! 

May
25

World Chef Seminar

 You're invited to join the online Worldchefs Introduction to Competition Standards Webinar! Register for only €90 to spend 3 days learning with renowned chef, judge, and culinary team trainer, Gert Klötzke.Gert will lead the 3-day webinar via Zoom, covering best practices in the competition kitchen to help you reach the highest place at the p...

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May
18

Virtual Awards Ceremonies

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May
18

Annual General Meeting

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May
11

UNDERSTANDING YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL, USAGE AND OPPORTUNITIES TO SAVE!

Canadian Restaurant & Foodservice News is proud to launch an educational and engaging Energy Efficiency webinar series for the Canadian foodservice industry. These webinars will offer expert advice and insights on a number of operational topics during this difficult time. Webinar: UNDERSTANDING YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL, USAGE AND OPPORTUNITIES TO ...

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May
10

MEET A MEMBER MONDAY - SKYLAR SAWERS, CF Okanagan

 MEET A MEMBER MONDAY***********************************************************SKYLAR SAWERS, CF OkanaganSkylar Sawers currently holds the position of a Director at Large, as well as a co-social media chair with CF Okanagan.Skylar has had a less than conventional path so far. Growing up in the prairies with very humble beginnings, she learned...

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May
08

SVK - The Perfect Steak

What's Cooking in Sysco's Virtual Kitchen this week? May 11th @11am EST/8am PSTTHE PERFECT STEAK with Chef Kevin Ramasawmy & Chef Robert Rainford Guest chefs will be showcasing Sysco's steaks and how to sell them for takeout and delivery. Tune in here >>> https://www.facebook.com/Syscocanada/live/ 

Mar
17

30 Under Thirty - 2021

Don't delay, deadline to submit is April 15th! http://ow.ly/UvIU30rvsOb

Dec
24

Season's Greetings

Dec
21

Duck the Halls

Happy Holidays from our friends at King Cole Ducks!

Nov
19

National Partner - JOHNSON INSURANCE

Please join us in welcoming our newest national partner - JOHNSON INSURANCE - Get the insurance coverage you need at the value you deserve! 

Nov
07

Pink Spirit - Cancer Support

HAVE YOU FOUND YOUR PINK SPIRIT YET? https://www.foodsupplies.ca/products/sub-category-2/pink-spirit-series/

Aug
10

ACF Presidential Medallion Award

Congratulations Chef John Kukucka, CF Windsor, on receiving the 2020 ACF Presidential Medallion Award.

Jul
27

Andrew Ormiston

The Culinary Federation Winnipeg is saddened to announce the passing of Andrew Ormiston on Saturday June 27 in Winnipeg. Andy has been a member of our association for over 25 years and contributed as an executive board member for many years.

Jul
24

ACF Convention 2020

Join us August 3rd-5th as ACF travels the world in 80 plates…virtually! Register today: https://bit.ly/2ZYL2kG

Jun
22

Canada's 100 Best Restaurants

Congratulations to everyone mentioned and to the whole industry for continuing to persevere during these challenging times! https://canadas100best.com/best-restaurants-2020-ranking/

May
11

Reopening Best Practices

Restaurants Canada COVID-19 Reopening Best Practices - click link for complete document: https://bit.ly/3b731Hm

May
05

Navigating COVID-19

Navigating COVID-19: Communicating with your Customers, May 7 at 2:00 PM (EST): https://bit.ly/2W776XV

Apr
23

Staying Out Of The Weeds

Join us on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3996607314

Apr
20

Canada Takeout Day & Canada's Great Kitchen Party, Home Edition!

Join us this Wednesday, April 22nd as we celebrate another Canada Takeout Day and Canada's Great Kitchen Party, Home Edition!

Apr
15

#TakeOutDay

Canada takeout day

Mar
30

#SaveHospitalityCA

Join a powerful coalition of restaurateurs and suppliers to create a unified voice of support!

Mar
19

National Conference Rescheduled

National Conference Committee Announcement

Mar
10

Chefs Hat Young Chefs Challenge

Winnipeg competitors for the Chefs Hat Young Chefs Challenge

Feb
25

Western Region Conference

Western Region wrap up for those of us that could linger over brunch at Locals. Great Conference.

Feb
24

IKA World Culinary Olympics - Results

Congratulations to all of the teams competing at the IKA World Culinary Olympics - we brought home 2 GOLD, 4 SILVER and 2 BRONZE medals + Youth Culinary Team Canada placed 4th overall and National Culinary Team Canada placed 8th overall!

Feb
14

2020 World Culinary Olympics

IKA 2020 World Culinary Olympics - Go Canada Go!

Jan
28

Renew 2020

Membership renewal reminder.

Jan
10

CF National Conference 2020

Will we see you in Saskatoon for Finding Balance 2.0? Registration is now open at: http://cdnchefsconference.ca