TORONTO, the 6 out of 2025 / CNW/ – The Canadian Retail Trade Council (CCCD) and Health and consumption food products Canada (PASC) are proud to announce that Gary WadePresident of Unilever Canada and CEO of the Beauty and Well-being Division of Unilever for North America, will receive the prestigious tribute price of the Canadian Grand Prix of new products for its exceptional leadership and its extraordinary contribution to the dynamism of the Canadian detail industries and packaged consumer products.
The tribute price of the Canadian Grand Prix underlines the contribution of people or families who have shown an exceptional sense of service and commitment to the detail industry and the grocery sector at Canada. The winners represent the spirit of community and confidence of the industry. Throughout their career, they have shown a flawless commitment to the growth and capacity for innovation of their business, the community they serve and the spirit of philanthropy.
During the 30 years in which he was at Unilever, Gary played a central role in the success of the company – which culminated with his appointment as president in 2017, a position which enabled him to play a decisive role in the sustained growth of the company, the expansion of his market share and the strengthening of the presence of unilever markets on the Canadian market. Under his direction, Unilever Canada has not only obtained excellent commercial results, but also demonstrated a deep commitment to sustainability, innovation and well-being of consumers.
In February 2024, the role of Gary expanded to include that of DG of the beauty and well-being division of Unilever in North America. In his double functions, he directs the operations of the company to the Canada And in the United States, supervising the growth and innovation of some of the most emblematic personal care and well-being brands on the continent.
Gary’s influence on the industry goes far beyond Unilever. He was chairman of the board of directors of food, health and consumption products Canada (PASC) and vice-president of the GS1 board of directors Canadabringing precious perspectives and deploying representation efforts that have shaped policies, advances industry standards and supported collaboration between the sectors.
“Gary has always been a leader in the packaged consumer products industry, even during periods of rapid changes and uncertainty. Its audacity, its capacity for innovation and its desire to challenge conventions propelled the sector forward and inspired by other people to rethink the way we create, deliver and develop brands, “said Michael GraydonPdg of grazing.
“The deep understanding that Gary the The evolution of the consumer environment has contributed to creating strategic partnerships which reshape the way in which brands and retailers collaborate. We join in Pasc to congratulate Gary for his extraordinary leadership, “said Diane J. BriseboisPresident and CEO of the Canadian Retail Council.
Mr. Wade incorporates the Select group of winners of the past years of tribute and pioneer prizes, which includes Anthony LongoPDG de Logo’s, and the Longo family, Cindy and Tina Leefrom T&T Supermarket, the president and general manager of Burnbrae Farms Margaret Hudsonthe president of the Pattison Food Group Darrell Jonesthe director general of Club Coffee and Morrison Lamothe John Pigottthe former main vice-president of national purchasing power plants and private Metro brands Serge Boulangerthe chief executive of Kruger products Dino white and the President and CEO of Sobeys Inc. Michael Medline.
The tribute prize will be awarded to Gary Wade During the Gala of the Canadian Grand Prix of new products from the Canadian Retail Council on June 4, 2025 at the Congress Center Toronto.
Coming to conclude the CCCD Store 25 event, the largest annual meeting in the detail sector at Canadathe Gala of the Canadian Grand Prix celebrates innovation in the food and non -food categories of two large components, those of consumer products and homemade brands. On June 3 and 4, 2025, the CCCD Store 25 event will showcase more than 75 specialized speakers and bring together leaders from the detail industry from all over North America and elsewhere.
The media are invited to participate in this prestigious event, during which will be celebrated Jenn Harper and other renowned winners.
About Unilever Canada
Unilever is one of the world’s main suppliers of beauty and well-being products, personal care, home care, food and ice cream, with sales in more than 190 countries and products used by 3.4 billion people every day. We employ 128,000 people, and our turnover reached 60.8 billion euros in 2024.
Our main brands at Canada comprennent Dove, Vaseline, Degree, Axe, SheaMoisture, TRESemmé, Knorr, Hellmann’s, Breyers, Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s, Liquid I.V. et OLLY.
For more information on Unilever Canada, please consult the sites www.unilenger.ca/fr and www.unilenger.ca.
About the Canadian Retail Council
The retail industry is that which includes the greatest number of private sector employers in the Canada. Over 2.3 million Canadians work there. Our sector plays a leading economic role, annually generating more than $ 93 billion in wages and benefits. In 2024, basic retail sales (excluding cars and petrol) raised more than $ 507 billion. CCCD members are responsible for more than two thirds of these sales and represent more than 95 % of the food market. They are present everywhere at Canada And manage more than 54,000 retail businesses of all types, from spicer stores to grocery stores, including specialties, discount stores, independent retail shops, online stores and fast food establishments. As the voice of retailersMC au Canadathe CCCD is a non -profit association funded by this industry which represents small, medium and large retail companies in all the country’s communities. https://www.commercedetail.org/
About Canada Health and Consumption Food Products
Food, health and consumption products of Canada (PASC) is the spokesperson for the largest manufacturing employer in Canada. The food, health and consumption products sector employs more than 350,000 Canadians in companies of all sizes that make and distribute safe and high quality products promoting the vitality of our homes, our communities and the Canada entirely. Learn more at www.fhcp.ca/fr/ and www.oneveryshelf.ca (in English) and follow us to @FHCP_PASC.
SOURCE Retail Council of Canada
Results: Santo Ligotti, VP, Marketing and Services for Members, Canadian Retail Council, [email protected]; Anthony Fuchs, VP, Communications, Canada Health and Consumer Food Products, [email protected]
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