Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Government of Canada announces support to boost tourism in Eastern PEI

Rural tourism operators receive funding to expand accommodations, improve services, and modernize facilities

June 23, 2026 · Three Rivers, Prince Edward Island · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) 

Today, Kent MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Cardigan, announced federal investments totaling more than $1.5 million to support three tourism businesses in Eastern PEI. The investments will help the following operators to expand and modernize facilities, offer more year-round accommodations, and enhance guest experiences:

  • Rodd Brudenell River Resort will modernize its guest accommodations and enhance

Okanagan Specialty Fruits CEO Neal Carter Buys Back Company He Founded

Neal and Louisa Carter walking in Arctic apple orchard

Neal and Louisa Carter, owners of OSF

OSF Processing Facility in Moses Lake, WA

Overhead shot of OSF's processing facility located in Moses Lake, WA

Arctic apple trees in Othello, WA that are in bloom

Arctic apple trees in bloom in Othello, WA

Acquisition Positions OSF for New Investment, Strategic Partnerships and Next-Generation Crop Development

We see the acquisition as a chance to plot a course that maximizes our experience and the genetic advances of recent years...”
— Neal Carter

SUMMERLAND, BC, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Pioneering orchardist Neal Carter has regained ownership of Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF) as the company he co-founded marks its 30th

Snyder Psychology Inc. Honoured with 2026 Canadian Choice Award for Excellence in Psychological Services

Congratulations Snyder Psychology!

Snyder Psychology Inc. is recognized for its integrated, outcome-focused mental health services, supporting recovery and long-term well-being in Calgary.

This award is a meaningful recognition of the work our team does each day and the trust our clients place in us.”
— McKenzie Snyder

CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Canadian Choice Award proudly recognizes Snyder Psychology Inc. as a 2026 award winner in the Psychologists category, highlighting its commitment to evidence-based care, clinical excellence, and meaningful client outcomes.

Founded in 2021 and based in Calgary, Snyder Psychology Inc. is a multidisciplinary mental

The Pink Syringe Honoured with 2026 Canadian Choice Award for Excellence in Medical Aesthetics

Congratulations The Pink Syringe!

The Pink Syringe is recognized for safe, nurse-led aesthetic care, delivering personalized, natural results in Sudbury.

Winning the Canadian Choice Award is incredibly meaningful, especially as a small, nurse-led business.”
— Vanessa Daypuk

SUDBURY , ONTARIO, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Canadian Choice Award proudly recognizes The Pink Syringe as a 2026 award winner in the Medical Spas category, celebrating its commitment to safe, ethical, and evidence-based aesthetic care.

Founded in 2025 and based in Sudbury, The Pink Syringe is a nurse-led medical aesthetics

Savoury Imports Celebrates 2026 Canadian Choice Award Win in Wholesalers Category

Congratulations Savoury Imports!

Savoury Imports is recognized for delivering premium specialty foods and exceptional quality to customers in Vaughan.

Winning the Canadian Choice Award has elevated our reputation and created new opportunities for growth and partnerships.”
— Christian Filippi

VAUGHAN, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Canadian Choice Award is proud to recognize Savoury Imports as a 2026 award winner in the Wholesalers category, celebrating the company’s commitment to quality, authenticity, and excellence in specialty food distribution.

Based in Vaughan, Savoury Imports specializes in sourcing and distributing premium

WSI Strengthens Global Network to Help Clients Navigate AI-Driven Marketing Changes

When our global network shares what's working across markets and industries, we can turn fast-moving change into practical guidance that our clients can use.”
— Valerie Brown-Dufour, President of WSI

TORONTO, ONT, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As AI reshapes how consumers discover, evaluate, and engage with businesses online, companies are under growing pressure to rethink how they show up

Matt’s Patates Honoured with 2026 Canadian Choice Award for Excellence in Food Trucks Category

Congratulations Matts Patates

Matt’s Patates wins the 2026 Canadian Choice Award, celebrated for quality, customer experience, and community impact in Gracefield, QC.

Winning the Canadian Choice Award is a meaningful milestone for us and a strong validation of the work that goes into every aspect of the business, from food quality to customer experience.”
— Mathieu Higginson-Loyer

GRACEFIELD, QUEBEC, CANADA, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Canadian Choice Award is proud to announce Matt’s Patates as a 2026 award winner, recognizing the business for its outstanding quality, customer experience, and growing impact within the local community.

Founded in 2025 and based in Gracefield, Matt’s Patates has quickly established itself as a