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Pizza Nova raises $231,045 for Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario with 2025 That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser
TORONTO, June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pizza Nova announces that its 26th annual That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser has raised $231,045 in support of Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario. Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova, presented the funds to Charlie Johnstone, CEO of Variety Ontario, during a special event at Variety Village on June 5. "Each year, I'm reminded of how powerful community can be when we come together for a meaningful cause," said Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova. "Thanks to the generosity of our guests and the dedication of our franchisees and team members, we're able to help open doors for children to grow, play, and thrive. It's a tradition that continues to inspire all of us at Pizza Nova." Pizza Nova donated 50 cents from every dip sold at participating locations across Ontario throughout the month of May. The 2025 campaign featured a weekly pop-up pizza shop at the Variety Village Café, offering fresh slices and dips to support the cause. "We are incredibly grateful for Pizza Nova's unwavering support," said Charlie Johnstone, President & CEO of Variety Ontario. "Their commitment has made a profound impact on the lives of countless children and families across Ontario." Since the partnership began in 1999, Pizza Nova has raised over $2.9 million for Variety, helping thousands of children with disabilities access inclusive sports, recreational programs, and life skills development. For more information about the That's Amore Pizza for Kids campaign and how to support Variety, visit or About Pizza NovaFounded in 1963, Pizza Nova is a family-operated business that is committed to sharing the rich taste of Italy with Canadians. Pizza Nova has more than 150 stores and concession locations in Southern Ontario and inspired by family values such as trust, integrity, and authenticity. The company is known for its fresh toppings, high-quality ingredients and a wide range of authentic Italian menu items including lasagna, panzerotti, Italian sandwiches and chicken wings. They also have a line of Primucci branded products featuring Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Homestyle Tomato Sauce, Italian Hot Peppers, Spicy Green Olives, and Sundried Black Olives. Taste the Difference and learn more at View source version on Contacts For media inquiries or to schedule an interview, please contact: Mary MonizTorchia 647 278-0152mary@


Business Wire
4 days ago
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- Business Wire
Pizza Nova raises $231,045 for Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario with 2025 That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pizza Nova announces that its 26th annual That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser has raised $231,045 in support of Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario. Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova, presented the funds to Charlie Johnstone, CEO of Variety Ontario, during a special event at Variety Village on June 5. 'Each year, I'm reminded of how powerful community can be when we come together for a meaningful cause,' said Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova. Share 'Each year, I'm reminded of how powerful community can be when we come together for a meaningful cause,' said Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova. 'Thanks to the generosity of our guests and the dedication of our franchisees and team members, we're able to help open doors for children to grow, play, and thrive. It's a tradition that continues to inspire all of us at Pizza Nova.' Pizza Nova donated 50 cents from every dip sold at participating locations across Ontario throughout the month of May. The 2025 campaign featured a weekly pop-up pizza shop at the Variety Village Café, offering fresh slices and dips to support the cause. 'We are incredibly grateful for Pizza Nova's unwavering support,' said Charlie Johnstone, President & CEO of Variety Ontario. 'Their commitment has made a profound impact on the lives of countless children and families across Ontario.' Since the partnership began in 1999, Pizza Nova has raised over $2.9 million for Variety, helping thousands of children with disabilities access inclusive sports, recreational programs, and life skills development. For more information about the That's Amore Pizza for Kids campaign and how to support Variety, visit or About Pizza Nova Founded in 1963, Pizza Nova is a family-operated business that is committed to sharing the rich taste of Italy with Canadians. Pizza Nova has more than 150 stores and concession locations in Southern Ontario and inspired by family values such as trust, integrity, and authenticity. The company is known for its fresh toppings, high-quality ingredients and a wide range of authentic Italian menu items including lasagna, panzerotti, Italian sandwiches and chicken wings. They also have a line of Primucci branded products featuring Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Homestyle Tomato Sauce, Italian Hot Peppers, Spicy Green Olives, and Sundried Black Olives. Taste the Difference and learn more at
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Pizza Nova raises $231,045 for Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario with 2025 That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser
TORONTO, June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pizza Nova announces that its 26th annual That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser has raised $231,045 in support of Variety – the Children's Charity of Ontario. Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova, presented the funds to Charlie Johnstone, CEO of Variety Ontario, during a special event at Variety Village on June 5. "Each year, I'm reminded of how powerful community can be when we come together for a meaningful cause," said Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova. "Thanks to the generosity of our guests and the dedication of our franchisees and team members, we're able to help open doors for children to grow, play, and thrive. It's a tradition that continues to inspire all of us at Pizza Nova." Pizza Nova donated 50 cents from every dip sold at participating locations across Ontario throughout the month of May. The 2025 campaign featured a weekly pop-up pizza shop at the Variety Village Café, offering fresh slices and dips to support the cause. "We are incredibly grateful for Pizza Nova's unwavering support," said Charlie Johnstone, President & CEO of Variety Ontario. "Their commitment has made a profound impact on the lives of countless children and families across Ontario." Since the partnership began in 1999, Pizza Nova has raised over $2.9 million for Variety, helping thousands of children with disabilities access inclusive sports, recreational programs, and life skills development. For more information about the That's Amore Pizza for Kids campaign and how to support Variety, visit or About Pizza NovaFounded in 1963, Pizza Nova is a family-operated business that is committed to sharing the rich taste of Italy with Canadians. Pizza Nova has more than 150 stores and concession locations in Southern Ontario and inspired by family values such as trust, integrity, and authenticity. The company is known for its fresh toppings, high-quality ingredients and a wide range of authentic Italian menu items including lasagna, panzerotti, Italian sandwiches and chicken wings. They also have a line of Primucci branded products featuring Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Homestyle Tomato Sauce, Italian Hot Peppers, Spicy Green Olives, and Sundried Black Olives. Taste the Difference and learn more at View source version on Contacts For media inquiries or to schedule an interview, please contact: Mary MonizTorchia 647 278-0152mary@ 擷取數據時發生錯誤 登入存取你的投資組合 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤
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27-05-2025
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Radical Transparency Bears Fruit: California Olive Ranch Earns Seed Oil Free Certification
California Olive Ranch is the first producer of Extra Virgin Olive Oil to display the Seed Oil Free Certified™ Seal CHICO, Calif., May 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rooted in innovation and radical transparency, California Olive Ranch has grown into the largest domestic grower of olives for Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) by challenging industry norms, ensuring the quality, authenticity, and integrity of their products for more than 20 years. As the first retail brand offering Extra Virgin Olive Oil to earn the Seed Oil Free Certified™ Seal, California Olive Ranch continues to elevate standards with certification across their full lineup of dressings, marinades, and avocado blend cooking oils. "We pride ourselves on going above and beyond by proudly disclosing place-of-origin, harvest season, and quality testing results on every bottle of our cold-pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil," said Mary Mori, VP of Product & Quality for California Olive Ranch. "Seed Oil Free Certification guarantees customers who choose to avoid seed oils can confidently enjoy all our Extra Virgin Olive Oils, avocado blend, and vinaigrettes. It reflects our core value of radical transparency to continually verify all our products meet the highest standards of purity." Known for their robust quality assurance program, California Olive Ranch are the first producers of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) to earn the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal, affirming that the brands' olive oils, avocado oil, flavored oils, vinaigrettes and marinades and other ingredients are free from seed oil adulteration and meet the highest quality standards. "The Seed Oil Free Certified Seal offers verified assurance in a market where premium oils, especially extra virgin olive and avocado oils, are being sought out by consumers for their incredible flavor, health benefits, and heat stability," said Jonathan Rubin, CEO and founder of the Seed Oil Free Alliance. "California Olive Ranch has led the industry in innovation, sustainability, and quality assurance for decades. This dedication to what they call 'Radical Transparency' is why California Olive Ranch makes a perfect partner for Seed Oil Free Certification." The certification process included lab testing for purity and comprehensive third-party audits of California Olive Ranch's supply chain and formulation practices. All tests are aligned with globally recognized standards, including the International Olive Council (IOC), Codex Alimentarius, and the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). These protocols ensure that every Seed Oil Free Certified product is free from contamination with adulterants such as soybean, canola, and corn oil. To become Seed Oil Free Certified, the brand reformulated certain sauces and dressings by replacing carrier oils that contained trace amounts of seed oil with MCT oil. California Olive Ranch's commitment to purity, ingredient integrity, and consumer transparency is now represented with the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal (pictured). All California Olive Ranch and Lucini products bearing the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal can be found at and grocery stores nationwide. California Olive Ranch 100% California Avocado Blends 100% California EVOO 100% California EVOO Reserve Collection Global EVOO Blends - Medium, Mild & Robust EVOO-based Vinaigrettes EVOO-based Marinades Black Truffle Flavored EVOO Roasted Garlic Flavored EVOO Jalapeño Herb Flavored EVOO Lucini Organic Everyday EVOO Premium Select EVOO Organic Premium Select EVOO Delicate Lemon Flavored Oil Garden Basil Flavored Oil Robust Garlic Flavored Oil Brands like California Olive Ranch, which do not emphasize health trends around seed oils, recognize the importance of transparency in light of modern dietary shifts. Refined seed oils, virtually absent before the 20th century, now supply over 20% of daily calories for many Americans. Consumers are seeking healthy cooking oil alternatives or avoiding seed oils entirely, driven by a desire for more traditional and less industrially processed ingredients in the foods they choose. "We rigorously evaluate all of the products made from our own cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil and work closely with external certifying bodies like the Seed Oil Free Alliance because customers deserve to know they're buying the best," said Mori. "The Seed Oil Free Certified seal is a trusted indicator that our products meet the highest standards for transparency and quality. It reflects our commitment to offering products aligned with consumer values." Winner of over 260 awards at international tasting competitions, California Olive Ranch is the nation's largest producer of olives for extra virgin olive oil. As a leading innovator in olive cultivation, harvesting, and milling, the company has remained dedicated to environmental stewardship, fanatical about quality, and operated with radical transparency since its founding in 1998. In addition to Seed Oil Free Certified, the company maintains several third-party certifications that meet the industry's highest standards, including Certified Extra Virgin, Non-GMO Project Verified, USDA Organic, and Certified Regenerative by AGW. About California Olive Ranch Founded in 1998, California Olive Ranch is the largest grower of olives for extra virgin olive oil in the state of California. With a history of blending tradition with innovation in the cultivating, harvesting and milling of olives, the company is highly regarded for its award-winning, high quality and approachable olive oil. Selling a variety of oils, sauces, dressings and vinegars under the California Olive Ranch® and Lucini® brands, the company is committed to transparency and sustainable practices in both growing, and packaging, all while offering artisan quality at an accessible price point. California Olive Ranch also partners with numerous family farmers throughout the state of California as well as around the world to produce its products. These partners share the same high standards, sustainable farming practices and premium production methods. For more information, please visit About Seed Oil Free Certified™ The Seed Oil Free Alliance is a third-party certifying organization behind the world's first Seed Oil Free Certified™ Seal for qualifying food and consumer products. The Seed Oil Free Certified Seal guarantees that certified products have undergone auditing and independent laboratory testing to ensure the purity of added oils and refined fat ingredients. Supporting the Seed Oil Free Alliance in its mission to advance the availability of seed-oil-free food options through trust, transparency, and education is an advisory panel of public health and nutrition experts, led by Dr. Andrew Weil. More information can be found at View source version on Contacts Jonathan Rubinjonathan@ (561) 501-1710 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
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Radical Transparency Bears Fruit: California Olive Ranch Earns Seed Oil Free Certification
CHICO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rooted in innovation and radical transparency, California Olive Ranch has grown into the largest domestic grower of olives for Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) by challenging industry norms, ensuring the quality, authenticity, and integrity of their products for more than 20 years. As the first retail brand offering Extra Virgin Olive Oil to earn the Seed Oil Free Certified™ Seal, California Olive Ranch continues to elevate standards with certification across their full lineup of dressings, marinades, and avocado blend cooking oils. 'The Seed Oil Free Certified seal is a trusted indicator that our products meet the highest standards for transparency and quality. It reflects our commitment to offering products aligned with consumer values.' Mary Mori, VP of Product & Quality Share 'We pride ourselves on going above and beyond by proudly disclosing place-of-origin, harvest season, and quality testing results on every bottle of our cold-pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil,' said Mary Mori, VP of Product & Quality for California Olive Ranch. 'Seed Oil Free Certification guarantees customers who choose to avoid seed oils can confidently enjoy all our Extra Virgin Olive Oils, avocado blend, and vinaigrettes. It reflects our core value of radical transparency to continually verify all our products meet the highest standards of purity.' Known for their robust quality assurance program, California Olive Ranch are the first producers of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) to earn the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal, affirming that the brands' olive oils, avocado oil, flavored oils, vinaigrettes and marinades and other ingredients are free from seed oil adulteration and meet the highest quality standards. 'The Seed Oil Free Certified Seal offers verified assurance in a market where premium oils, especially extra virgin olive and avocado oils, are being sought out by consumers for their incredible flavor, health benefits, and heat stability,' said Jonathan Rubin, CEO and founder of the Seed Oil Free Alliance. 'California Olive Ranch has led the industry in innovation, sustainability, and quality assurance for decades. This dedication to what they call 'Radical Transparency' is why California Olive Ranch makes a perfect partner for Seed Oil Free Certification.' The certification process included lab testing for purity and comprehensive third-party audits of California Olive Ranch's supply chain and formulation practices. All tests are aligned with globally recognized standards, including the International Olive Council (IOC), Codex Alimentarius, and the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). These protocols ensure that every Seed Oil Free Certified product is free from contamination with adulterants such as soybean, canola, and corn oil. To become Seed Oil Free Certified, the brand reformulated certain sauces and dressings by replacing carrier oils that contained trace amounts of seed oil with MCT oil. California Olive Ranch's commitment to purity, ingredient integrity, and consumer transparency is now represented with the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal (pictured). All California Olive Ranch and Lucini products bearing the Seed Oil Free Certified Seal can be found at and grocery stores nationwide. California Olive Ranch Lucini Brands like California Olive Ranch, which do not emphasize health trends around seed oils, recognize the importance of transparency in light of modern dietary shifts. Refined seed oils, virtually absent before the 20th century, now supply over 20% of daily calories for many Americans. Consumers are seeking healthy cooking oil alternatives or avoiding seed oils entirely, driven by a desire for more traditional and less industrially processed ingredients in the foods they choose. 'We rigorously evaluate all of the products made from our own cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil and work closely with external certifying bodies like the Seed Oil Free Alliance because customers deserve to know they're buying the best,' said Mori. 'The Seed Oil Free Certified seal is a trusted indicator that our products meet the highest standards for transparency and quality. It reflects our commitment to offering products aligned with consumer values.' Winner of over 260 awards at international tasting competitions, California Olive Ranch is the nation's largest producer of olives for extra virgin olive oil. As a leading innovator in olive cultivation, harvesting, and milling, the company has remained dedicated to environmental stewardship, fanatical about quality, and operated with radical transparency since its founding in 1998. In addition to Seed Oil Free Certified, the company maintains several third-party certifications that meet the industry's highest standards, including Certified Extra Virgin, Non-GMO Project Verified, USDA Organic, and Certified Regenerative by AGW. About California Olive Ranch Founded in 1998, California Olive Ranch is the largest grower of olives for extra virgin olive oil in the state of California. With a history of blending tradition with innovation in the cultivating, harvesting and milling of olives, the company is highly regarded for its award-winning, high quality and approachable olive oil. Selling a variety of oils, sauces, dressings and vinegars under the California Olive Ranch® and Lucini® brands, the company is committed to transparency and sustainable practices in both growing, and packaging, all while offering artisan quality at an accessible price point. California Olive Ranch also partners with numerous family farmers throughout the state of California as well as around the world to produce its products. These partners share the same high standards, sustainable farming practices and premium production methods. For more information, please visit About Seed Oil Free Certified™ The Seed Oil Free Alliance is a third-party certifying organization behind the world's first Seed Oil Free Certified™ Seal for qualifying food and consumer products. The Seed Oil Free Certified Seal guarantees that certified products have undergone auditing and independent laboratory testing to ensure the purity of added oils and refined fat ingredients. Supporting the Seed Oil Free Alliance in its mission to advance the availability of seed-oil-free food options through trust, transparency, and education is an advisory panel of public health and nutrition experts, led by Dr. Andrew Weil. More information can be found at