👀 📫 Have you heard about all the new Retailer Members and Supplier Partner Vendors we have brought into our group? Check it out in the July 2024 Newsletter! Available now: https://conta.cc/3zGugue
Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) / Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance (CIGBA)
Retail Groceries
Burlington, ON 1,058 followers
Supporting the Independent Canadian Retailers Since 1981 #YourPartnerInSelling
About us
Distribution Canada Inc. (dci) was formed as a buying group for "Independent Canadian Grocers" in 1981. To date, membership has grown to include independent grocers, small grocery chains, wholesalers/distributors, and C-store chains. Collectively members / retailers operate over a thousand retail outlets with combined annual retail sales in the Billions. Distribution Canada Inc. is a national organization of independent retailers that foster collaborative selling relationships between its members, manufacturers, and key stakeholders in the Canadian retailing industry. In 2019, Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) commenced a restructuring for the purpose of ensuring that DCI’s business practices are aligned to current and future changes in the market, as well as to explore potential new growth opportunities. The redesign included the formation of a new not-for-profit corporation called “Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance (CIGBA)”. Follow us on Twitter (@DistributionCan): bit.ly/2oDtFjl Follow us on Facebook: bit.ly/2odslHt CIGBA Website: www.cigba.ca
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http://www.distributioncanada.ca
External link for Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) / Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance (CIGBA)
- Industry
- Retail Groceries
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Burlington, ON
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1981
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
3425 Harvester Rd. Suite 102C
Burlington, ON L7N 3N1, CA
Employees at Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) / Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance (CIGBA)
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Barry Lanteigne
President at Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI)
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Marina Zaitseva
Driving business value and growth for Distribution Canada members through effective communication. In my leisure time.. I am an entrepreneur &…
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Mike Sharpe
Independent Grocery Retailer
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Gabriele Torchetti
President at Lady York Foods
Updates
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To all Indepedent Grocers: Join the 2024 Canadian FMS Independent Grocers Financial Snapshot Study! We’ve made the questionnaire quick and easy. Gain insights into your store’s performance and help all independents thrive. Your participation strengthens our community. As a thank you, you’ll get free access to the report. Your data will stay anonymous. Click the link below to participate! Complete the questionnaire by August 30, 2024. Participate Today! find the link bellow https://lnkd.in/gcJWjbmc
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🤩 We are excited to announce the addition of our latest Supplier Partner Compliance Works INC to CIGBA / DCI family. Take a moment to explore the benefits of using their online portal for legal advice and discover how this service can help to protect your business. 📈 Interested to partner with Distribution Canada Inc. (DCI) / Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance (CIGBA)? Send inquiry and learn how we can help you to connect with our membership. #cigbadcipartner #dcipartner #dcimemberbenefits #businessgrowth
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Please join us in welcoming our new CIGBA/DCI Member Fresh Market Foods in Sioux Lookout, ON!
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🤩 Please join us in welcoming Berry Global, Inc. to our growing Supplier Partner database! Need Resinite Supermarket PVC Overwrap Films & Cutterbox and Foodservice Films? Berry Global Inc has got your company covered!
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CHANGES TO MANAGEMENT – DISTRIBUTION CANADA INC. & CANADIAN INDEPENDENT GROCERY BUYERS ALLIANCE [Burlington, ON, July 22] Barry Lanteigne, President of Distribution Canada Inc. and Director of Operations of Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance, along with the Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Marina Zaitseva as Manager of Events, Communications and Technologies for DCI & CIGBA. Marina will succeed Matthew Brown, who will be moving to the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG) as of August 1st, 2024. Marina has a proven track record of building strong relationships with members and partners in various roles within associations. Marina is proficient in all aspects of marketing and communications, including graphic design, digital campaigns, web management, app integration, social media, SEO, and events. For the past seven years, Matthew has done an impeccable job for our association and has been integral in shaping the marketing and branding of DCI & CIGBA – from top rated events, streamlining digital applications, and elevating our presence within our industry. We wish Matthew much success in his new role as Manager of Marketing and Communications at CFIG. Matthew has been a pleasure to work with and he will truly be missed. If you have any questions, please contact the CIGBA/DCI office and thank you for your patience as we transition our management team to better serve our Members and Partners. About DCI: DCI is a national organization of retailers and wholesalers that fosters collaborative selling relationships between its members, manufacturers, and key stakeholders selling food in the Canadian market. DCI provides a structured and effective organization to retail, wholesale members and suppliers wanting to share funding and relevant solutions generating additional sales and profits.
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☀️Blast into summer and add some colour to your day with all different varieties of Sweet Sixteen candies by Mondoux Confectionery Inc.! Make your taste buds dance and treat yourself to some sweet times! ☀️ Contact the DCI office to get connected with a rep!
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Members, check out the July 2024 Partners of the Month! Access them via your emails or the Member Portal! Featuring: Boulart, Chens Enterprises Corporation, CJR Wholesale Grocers & DairyCentral, Diamond Packaging Supplies Ltd., Oxford Energy Solutions Inc
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✅ ... and we continue to GROW! Please join us in welcoming our newest Member to join the CIGBA/DCI group: La Rose Specialty Foods and Fine Italian Bakery located in Milton, ON!