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Vancouver Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Amazon announces Prime Day Canada 2025 is four days: What else is different this year
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Are you ready to restock on dishwasher detergent ? Perhaps a new set of Rubbermaid containers ? Or Beats headphones ? Those were our readers' favourite deals from last year's Prime Day — Amazon's biggest sale event of the year. This year, Prime Day may look a bit different. Firstly, it's four days instead of two. Amazon Prime Day Canada is running from July 8 – 11, 2025. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. We connected with Jamil Ghani, vice president of worldwide Amazon Prime, to learn more about this year's sale event. He said the decision to extend the event from two to four days is because 'Prime members have told us that they appreciate more time to shop and save, particularly when juggling their busy lives.' Another difference this year is the development of trade tariffs , which could impact the deals offered during Prime Day. Ghani noted that Amazon is 'actively monitoring developments in the global trade environment while maintaining our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional value to our Prime members in Canada.' The final major differentiator this year is related to the tariffs; Canadians are opting to shop Canadian brands . In response to the trend, Amazon is 'particularly proud of our Canada Showcase storefront, which will feature special Prime Day deals to help members discover and save on the best of Canadian brands and products,' Ghani mentioned. When is Prime Day in Canada: July 8 – 11, 2025. What's new: Prime Day is now four days. You can shop Canadian brands through Amazon's Canada Showcase and your Shopping Essentials team is now on the revamped Canoe . What's the same: Your Shopping Essentials team! Same team, new URL. Your in-house Canadian team of writers will bring you the best Prime Day deals. How to stay in the loop: Sign up for the Shopping Essentials newsletter . Prime Day is exclusively open to Prime members. Unlike Amazon's spring sale , which anyone can shop, Prime Day is only for those who have a Prime membership. If you're new to Prime, you can take advantage of a free trial . Once you have a Prime membership, we, of course, recommend following along with Canoe's Shopping Essentials coverage. Our team tests products all year to ensure we're only recommending worthwhile deals. Deals that are on quality products with actual good prices. We know our prices, so we can recognize if discounts are top-notch. To learn more about how Amazon is prepping for Prime Day Canada 2025, check out highlights from the Q&A with Ghani. Q: What are you most excited about this Prime Day? A: I am particularly excited about extending Prime Day to a full 96-hour event in Canada this year. This four-day format gives our Prime members more time to discover and shop deep discounts across top brands, trending products and some of Amazon's lowest prices of the year so far. By extending the event, we're able to showcase more products across more categories, including items from Canadian brands and small and medium-sized businesses. Q: Why did Amazon decide to extend Prime Day from two to four days this year? A: Prime is all about anticipating members' needs and bringing them closer to what they care about, which includes saving money through one of their most appreciated benefits – Prime Day. At Amazon, we embrace that 'It's still Day 1', meaning we nurture the innovative spirit of a startup, and this Prime Day extension demonstrates our ongoing commitment to innovating on behalf of customers. Q: How is Amazon continuing to support Canadian businesses? A: Canada is important to Amazon globally, and we've supported Canadian businesses through Prime Day since the very first event back in 2015. Amazon has offered virtual shelf space to Canadian sellers since 2003, helping thousands of Canada-based independent sellers, most of whom are small and medium-sized businesses, reach customers across Canada and around the world… …As we continue to invest and innovate, we're committed to adding more and more selection with products our customers want, including items from local Canadian businesses. Q: Do you have a favourite Canadian product available on Amazon? A: My three young daughters love Good To Go snacks , which we discovered on a family holiday in Victoria last year. All Natural Advice is a skincare staple for my wife, and we have ATTITUDE natural care products throughout our home. These are just a few examples of the high-quality Canadian offerings available. Q: What are three things you recommend buying on Prime Day? A: Prime Day is an excellent opportunity to save on needs and wants. Members can stock up on everyday essentials; in my household, that means diapers and wipes. Amazon devices , which traditionally see some of their deepest discounts of the year during the event, are also a great find. Q: What's your most ordered item on Amazon? A: Household items and daily essentials tend to be among the most frequently reordered products for many Prime members, including in my own household. With three young kids, my cart is currently filled with diapers, STEM building kits and beach toys, all the essentials to keep our three girls happy and entertained as we head into the summer season. Q: What's one product you ordered from Amazon that you love more than you expected to? A: I ordered a set of silicone food storage containers that I absolutely love more than I expected. I bought them thinking they'd just be useful for leftovers, but they've completely transformed the kitchen organization in our home. They collapse flat when not in use (saving so much cabinet space!), they're leakproof for taking lunch to work and they go straight from freezer to microwave without transferring food. Plus, I've significantly reduced my plastic wrap and aluminum foil usage since getting them. Q: What's your favourite show on Prime Video? A: I eagerly await every season of Reacher , and will admit that I went back and watched seasons 1 and 2 before devouring season 3. I've been captivated by the show's strong themes of justice, Alan Ritchson's dry humour as the protagonist, and the high-intensity action each season. I highly recommend it, whether you've read Lee Child's books or not. Q: How will the unfolding tariff landscape affect Prime Day Canada? A: We're actively monitoring developments in the global trade environment while maintaining our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional value to our Prime members in Canada. Through close collaboration with our selling partners to navigate evolving market conditions, we're ensuring that Prime Day will continue to offer members access to outstanding deals across a diverse range of products, regardless of external factors. Shopping Essentials , a category written by research-obsessed shopping fanatics, is now on . Explore in-depth product reviews, expert recommendations and exciting collaborations — plus get behind-the-scenes info on your favourite brands and trending products — learn more here or sign up for our newsletter rmann@postmedia
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Circana's 2024 New Product Pacesetters Report Highlights Continued CPG Commitment to Innovation and Consumer Connections
New Game-Changing Consumer Products Earned $8.4 Billion in Year-One Sales Chicago, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circana, LLC today unveiled its 2024 New Product Pacesetters report, identifying last year's most groundbreaking innovations across the food, beverage, and nonfood consumer packaged goods sectors. Now in its 30th year, the report reveals exciting shifts in consumer preferences, highlighting products that deliver convenience, compelling brand stories, and enhanced functionality. This year's report underscores consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies' commitment to consumer-centric innovation, prioritizing solutions that solve for evolving lifestyle and occasion needs. New offerings successfully address today's demand for convenience, elevated wellness benefits, and trusted brand solutions. The 2024 Pacesetters achieved an impressive $8.4 billion in combined year-one MULO+ sales. Brands embraced newer formats, nutritional enhancements, and extensions into new categories, often in partnership with other brands or licensed entities, capturing consumer interest across diverse lifestyles. 'Innovation remains at the heart of growth and consumer connection,' said Lisa Maas, principal and practice lead, Innovation, at Circana. 'The 2024 Pacesetters tap into the emotional and practical needs of modern consumers. Whether it is indulgence paired with protein, enhanced wellness, or iconic brands solving for evolving needs in new spaces, these products resonate because they make life easier, better, and more enjoyable.' The Top 10 Food and Beverage New Product Pacesetters for 2024: Just Bare® Lightly Breaded Chicken Dr Pepper® Strawberries & Cream C4 Energy® Red Bull® Sea Blue Edition MrBeast™ Feastables™ PRIME® Energy Legendary Foods® Golden Island® Real Good Foods® Lightly Breaded Chicken CELSIUS® Essentials™ The Top 10 Nonfood New Product Pacesetters for 2024: Charmin® Ultra Soft™ Smooth Tear™ Cascade® Platinum Plus ActionPacs™ Hero Cosmetics® Cirkul ® Swiffer® PowerMop™ Lume® Gain® + Ultra Oxi™ PrettyLitter® TEMPTATIONS™ Dry Cat Food Bloom® Driving Success Through Innovating Key CategoriesThe 2024 New Product Pacesetters list proves the CPG industry's ability to adapt. Last year's top-ranking food and beverage products, including Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken, PRIME Energy, and Legendary Foods, delivered high value and versatility in their respective categories. Consumers continued to prioritize convenience without sacrificing flavor, functionality, or quality, reflecting a shift toward accessible and gratifying at-home experiences. Nonfood leaders like Charmin Ultra Soft Smooth Tear and Hero Cosmetics highlight the importance of delivering a superior experience and sustainable self-care in daily routines. 'Consumers' tastes and preferences continue to evolve,' said Joan Driggs, vice president of Content and Thought Leadership at Circana. 'This year's Pacesetters embody the trends shaping markets today, from protein-powered foods to elevated hydration solutions and co-branded new-to-market products. These innovations demonstrate how CPG leaders meet consumers where they are while opening doors to new occasions and usage opportunities.' Key Innovations Shaping Consumer BehaviorThe report identifies significant innovation themes driving change across the industry. Protein Power: High-protein offerings from the traditional to the transformative, such as Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken and Legendary Foods protein snacks, fulfill increasing wellness demands. Restaurant-to-Retail and Trusted Brands in New Spaces: Iconic brands like Sonic Tots and IHOP launched products that recreate restaurant experiences at home. Functionality and Flexibility: Solutions like REV Energy & Electrolyte Gum and MiraFIBER Gummies cater to on-the-go consumers seeking enhanced benefits. Bare to Bold Beauty: Innovations range from all-in-one and plant-based formulas like COVERGIRL Lash Blast Cleantopia to super-bold products with dramatic color or long-lasting results. Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers Drive InnovationThis year's report shows that innovation from companies of all sizes is imperative to meeting diverse consumer needs. Extra-large and large manufacturers made a rebound of sorts in 2024, increasing their dollar contribution to 64% of all Pacesetters and increasing the number of Pacesetter products from 23% in 2023 to 32%. 'The fluctuation around the role of company size in dominating the new product space serves as a reminder that even established brands need to think out of the box, challenge brand norms, and work to engage with different customers,' said Maas. 'At the same time, challenger brands continue to bring their A-game with distinct benefits, and we see younger consumers outspend on products from these companies.' About the ReportThe Circana 2024 New Product Pacesetters report is available exclusively from Circana, the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. The findings of this report were compiled based on insights from Circana's New Product Innovation Practice's powerful suite of analytical and decision-making tools, as well as the 2024 Circana New Product Survey. Circana WebinarCircana's Lisa Maas and Joan Driggs will host a webinar, New Product Pacesetters and the Commitment to Innovation: Strengthening CPG and Consumer Connections, on June 18, at 2 p.m. CT. Register here for this free webinar. *Source for all insights: Circana's 2024 New Product Pacesetters Report About CircanaCircana is a leader in providing technology, AI, and data to fast-moving consumer packaged goods companies, durables manufacturers, and retailers seeking to optimize their businesses. Circana's predictive analytics and technology empower clients to measure their market share, understand the underlying consumer behavior driving it, and accelerate their growth. Circana's Liquid Data® technology platform is powered by an expansive, high-quality data set and intelligent algorithms trained on six decades of domain expertise. With Circana, clients can take immediate action to future-proof and evolve their growth strategies amid an increasingly complex, fast-paced, and ever-changing economy. Learn more at CONTACT: Shelley Hughes Circana +1 312-731-1782 in to access your portfolio
Hypebeast
13-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Hypebeast
Fear of God Releases ESSENTIALS Summer 2025 Collection
Summary Fear of God ESSENTIALShas consistently carved a significant niche in contemporary fashion, perfecting the art of elevated basics that blend streetwear sensibility with high-fashion restraint. ForSummer 2025,Jerry Lorenzo's diffusion line presents an intentionally-curated core offering that reaffirms its foundational philosophy, highlighting refined forms, premium materials, and new, yet subtly impactful, details. This collection is less about radical reinvention and more about perfecting the familiar, offering pieces designed for timeless ease. The silhouettes for Summer 2025 immediately capture attention with their generously proportioned cuts. From the introduction of a new, elongated basketball short to the signature relaxed hoodies, the collection consciously nods to the comfortable, oversized aesthetics prevalent in the nineties. Yet, true to the ESSENTIALS ethos, these pieces manage to retain a modern relevance, offering a laid-back sophistication that transcends fleeting trends. The fit is key here, designed to drape effortlessly, providing both comfort and a distinct sartorial statement. Detailing in this collection, while subtle, speaks volumes about the brand's commitment to refinement. A discrete new signature logo makes its debut, providing a more understated branding option, while a metallic iteration of the stacked Essentials logo adds a touch of understated luxury without veering into overt flashiness. New fabrications are woven into the collection's DNA, including luxurious suede fleece for elevated comfort, robust bonded canvas for structured pieces, and versatile nylon for functional yet stylish items.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cvent Announces General Availability of Cvent Essentials
New solution purpose-built for small, repeatable in-person events empowers event and field marketing teams to scale their programs with speed, consistency, and control Built through extensive feedback and early adopter testing, Cvent Essentials is already driving measurable results—and transforming how teams execute high-volume in-person experiences SAN ANTONIO, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events and hospitality technology provider, today announced the general availability of Cvent Essentials, its newest product designed for managing high-volume, simple in-person events. Now available to all Cvent customers, the solution simplifies the planning and execution of smaller, frequent gatherings—like field marketing activations, internal meetings, client trainings, and executive networking experiences—without the complexity or cost of traditional event management tools. The solution is purpose-built to help tenured event professionals set clear guidelines and easy-to-use event templates that anyone within their organization can leverage to plan, market, and execute smaller events with minimal oversight or hands-on support. "Cvent Essentials was built for the often overlooked, but critically important, category of smaller events," said McNeel Keenan, Vice President of Product Management at Cvent. "It helps teams say 'yes' to more event requests without sacrificing brand consistency or data visibility. For many organizations, that means freeing up valuable time and resources to focus on flagship experiences—like annual conferences or major customer events—while still maintaining control and capturing impact from the hundreds of smaller, high-frequency events that often fly under the radar. With Essentials, every event—no matter the size—gets the attention and structure it deserves." Unveiled live at Cvent CONNECT, the company's premier customer and industry conference, Cvent Essentials has already been described by early adopters as a "revolutionary" advancement in their event programs. The tool emerged from a rigorous beta program that included hundreds of users across diverse industries and organization size. Key Capabilities of Cvent Essentials: Radically Simplified Event Creation: Launch on-brand, compliant events in minutes using admin-approved templates—no design or development resources needed. Streamlined Registration & Onsite Experience: Single-page online registration, along with walk-in registration and check-in via the Cvent OnArrival app to eliminate paper sign in sheets and provide valuable insights from reliable attendance data. Built-in Engagement Tools: Live polling, Q&A, and post-event surveys help boost engagement in the room and capture meaningful insights. Real-Time Data & Integrations: Native integration with critical MarTech platforms like Salesforce and HubSpot ensures timely data capture and stronger event ROI tracking. Empowered, Distributed Teams: Unlimited Essentials-only users enable teams across the business to self-manage events within the guardrails defined by admins. Admins leverage a powerful templating system to maintain centralized governance of data collection, data privacy, security, and event design. Responding to Industry Needs Recent industry data shows 58% of organizations plan to increase their volume of small, in-person events in 2025–2026. Yet many teams are constrained by manual workflows, lack of visibility, and inconsistent execution. Cvent Essentials was purpose-built to overcome these challenges, allowing marketers to scale quickly without sacrificing quality or control. What Customers Are Saying "The simplicity of Cvent Essentials is unparalleled. This product is revolutionary."—Event Manager "The events we host are up 40% over last year, but we don't want to turn these engagement opportunities away. We need to redirect some of the events that are coming into our team and alleviate some of that work. Cvent Essentials is critical for that."—Events Manager "Cvent Essentials has helped us with both our big and small events. With Cvent Essentials, I was able to copy over a pre-made template and get an event spun up in ten minutes. It makes my life way better because I don't have to keep an eye on my email every hour."—Brand Engagement Manager "The templates make it almost impossible to mess something up. It's easy, fast, and works perfectly with our system."—Events Technology Manager Cvent Essentials is now available to all Cvent customers. For more information about Cvent Essentials, visit the website here. About Cvent Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with 5,000+ employees and 24,000+ customers worldwide as of December 31, 2024. Founded in 1999, the company delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform and offers a global marketplace where event professionals collaborate with venues to create engaging, impactful experiences. Cvent is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, just outside of Washington D.C., and has additional offices around the world to support its growing global customer base. The comprehensive Cvent event marketing and management platform offers software solutions to event organizers and marketers for online event registration, venue selection, event marketing and management, virtual and onsite solutions, and attendee engagement. Cvent's suite of products automates and simplifies the event management lifecycle and maximizes the impact of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. Hotels and venues use Cvent's supplier and venue solutions to win more group and corporate travel business through Cvent's sourcing platforms. Cvent solutions optimize the event management value chain and have enabled clients around the world to manage millions of meetings and events. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Cvent Media Contact: Erica Stoltenbergestoltenberg@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
10-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cvent Announces General Availability of Cvent Essentials
SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events and hospitality technology provider, today announced the general availability of Cvent Essentials, its newest product designed for managing high-volume, simple in-person events. Now available to all Cvent customers, the solution simplifies the planning and execution of smaller, frequent gatherings—like field marketing activations, internal meetings, client trainings, and executive networking experiences—without the complexity or cost of traditional event management tools. The solution is purpose-built to help tenured event professionals set clear guidelines and easy-to-use event templates that anyone within their organization can leverage to plan, market, and execute smaller events with minimal oversight or hands-on support. 'Cvent Essentials was built for the often overlooked category of smaller events. With Cvent Essentials, every event—no matter the size—gets the brand attention and structure it deserves.' Share 'Cvent Essentials was built for the often overlooked, but critically important, category of smaller events,' said McNeel Keenan, Vice President of Product Management at Cvent. 'It helps teams say 'yes' to more event requests without sacrificing brand consistency or data visibility. For many organizations, that means freeing up valuable time and resources to focus on flagship experiences—like annual conferences or major customer events—while still maintaining control and capturing impact from the hundreds of smaller, high-frequency events that often fly under the radar. With Essentials, every event—no matter the size—gets the attention and structure it deserves.' Unveiled live at Cvent CONNECT, the company's premier customer and industry conference, Cvent Essentials has already been described by early adopters as a 'revolutionary' advancement in their event programs. The tool emerged from a rigorous beta program that included hundreds of users across diverse industries and organization size. Key Capabilities of Cvent Essentials: Radically Simplified Event Creation: Launch on-brand, compliant events in minutes using admin-approved templates—no design or development resources needed. Streamlined Registration & Onsite Experience: Single-page online registration, along with walk-in registration and check-in via the Cvent OnArrival app to eliminate paper sign in sheets and provide valuable insights from reliable attendance data. Built-in Engagement Tools: Live polling, Q&A, and post-event surveys help boost engagement in the room and capture meaningful insights. Real-Time Data & Integrations: Native integration with critical MarTech platforms like Salesforce and HubSpot ensures timely data capture and stronger event ROI tracking. Empowered, Distributed Teams: Unlimited Essentials-only users enable teams across the business to self-manage events within the guardrails defined by admins. Admins leverage a powerful templating system to maintain centralized governance of data collection, data privacy, security, and event design. Responding to Industry Needs Recent industry data shows 58% of organizations plan to increase their volume of small, in-person events in 2025–2026. Yet many teams are constrained by manual workflows, lack of visibility, and inconsistent execution. Cvent Essentials was purpose-built to overcome these challenges, allowing marketers to scale quickly without sacrificing quality or control. What Customers Are Saying 'The simplicity of Cvent Essentials is unparalleled. This product is revolutionary.' —Event Manager 'The events we host are up 40% over last year, but we don't want to turn these engagement opportunities away. We need to redirect some of the events that are coming into our team and alleviate some of that work. Cvent Essentials is critical for that.' —Events Manager 'Cvent Essentials has helped us with both our big and small events. With Cvent Essentials, I was able to copy over a pre-made template and get an event spun up in ten minutes. It makes my life way better because I don't have to keep an eye on my email every hour.' —Brand Engagement Manager 'The templates make it almost impossible to mess something up. It's easy, fast, and works perfectly with our system.' —Events Technology Manager Cvent Essentials is now available to all Cvent customers. For more information about Cvent Essentials, visit the website here. About Cvent Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with 5,000+ employees and 24,000+ customers worldwide as of December 31, 2024. Founded in 1999, the company delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform and offers a global marketplace where event professionals collaborate with venues to create engaging, impactful experiences. Cvent is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, just outside of Washington D.C., and has additional offices around the world to support its growing global customer base. The comprehensive Cvent event marketing and management platform offers software solutions to event organizers and marketers for online event registration, venue selection, event marketing and management, virtual and onsite solutions, and attendee engagement. Cvent's suite of products automates and simplifies the event management lifecycle and maximizes the impact of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. Hotels and venues use Cvent's supplier and venue solutions to win more group and corporate travel business through Cvent's sourcing platforms. Cvent solutions optimize the event management value chain and have enabled clients around the world to manage millions of meetings and events. For more information, please visit
