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NEWS HEADLINES

EI premium rates hold steady
Employment Insurance (EI) rates will remain at $2.42 per $100 of insurable earnings for employers, and $1.73 for employees in all provinces except Quebec.

Changes to minimum working age for restaurant employees in Sask.
Saskatchewan's decision to allow 15-year-olds to work in restaurants -- in line with the rules for retail establishments -- is an important first step towards a level playing field for all employers.

Credit card fees: what we're doing and how you can help
In 2008, many Canadian restaurant and foodservices operators saw credit card processing fees rise as a result of a complex new fee system introduced by Visa and MasterCard.

Reminder: PEI’s new statutory holiday
Prince Edward Island will observe its new statutory holiday – Islander Day – on February 9.

In brief: Liquor service training regulations across Canada
The best way to ensure that you and your staff members understand your rights, powers and obligations under the liquor licence act – as well as the responsibilities and risks associated with alcohol consumption – is through formal training. 

Association news:
CRFA engages Korn/Ferry for CEO search
CRFA has engaged the recruitment firm of Korn/Ferry International to undertake the search for the association’s next President.

RESEARCH

New data from Statistics Canada on household spending
The average Canadian household spent $2,017 on food and alcoholic beverages served from restaurants and licensed establishments in 2007, a $99 – or 5.2% -- increase over 2006.

CRFA’s outlook for 2009
What to expect in today's challenging business environment.

Monthly Foodservice Monitor
Foodservice sales up 6.3% in October.

 

FOOD SAFETY TRAINING
Designed with your staff in mind
Most health authorities require at least one person per shift be certified in a food handlers program -- are you prepared?


The National Food Safety Training Program (NFSTP) is an affordable certification that covers a wide range of food safety issues and best practices in safe food handling. Click here to find an NFSTP class near you.

INDUSTRY EVENTS

BC Foodservice Expo
Jan. 25-26, 2009 / Vancouver, BC
Sustainability is on the menu at Western Canada's largest hospitality trade show, along with hot competitions, informative seminars and hundreds of new products and ideas for local operators.
Register today!

The CRFA Show
March 8-10, 2009 / Toronto, ON
New to the CRFA Show in 2009: the Toronto Culinary Salon, a three-day competition showcasing the skills and artistry of both novices and professional chefs.

Register for the CRFA Show.




FOR CRFA MEMBERS ONLY

Exclusive member discounts with Bell Mobility
Access cell and data packages not available at the retail level through CRFA's Bell Mobility program.

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From after dinner mints to website design: it's all here
CRFA's new and improved online Foodservice Buyers Guide is an easy-to-use purchasing reference for everything your business needs to survive and thrive.

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NEWSBITE BLOG

CRFA's blog looks south of the border! Catch the latest dish on top 10 American menu trends for 2009, learn about the five types of American foodies, and find out what's on the menu for the 2009 Presidential Inauguration.

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