Made in Manitoba

May 3, 2021

When we say LOCAL, we mean LOCAL!

We are always welcoming new local, Manitoba-made products onto our shelves. This month we are celebrating our newest Manitoba makers! From gluten-free perogies to all-natural pet treats, we've got something for everyone

At Red River Co-op we put Manitoba first! We are proud to carry over 600 Manitoba-made, grown, and produced products in our food stores. Look for the Love Local section and tags in all of our food stores and support Manitoba businesses today!

Meet our newest #MBMADE vendors:

	Juice Me \| Wellness Shots Juice Me started out as a cold-pressed juice business but found their true calling in cold-pressed wellness shots. Made with raw honey and raw juices, they are a tasty and natural immunity booster and natural aid packed with health benefits. Juice Me loves that Red River Co-op is invested in supporting their community, including the local business that live and work there.
	Amanda Lynn \| Gluten-Free Perogies Amanda Lynn’s perogies are all handmade in their own dedicated gluten free facility. They have many varieties to choose from and cater to dairy free, vegan, soy free and other dietary restrictions. These perogies are enjoyed by all; not just those with a gluten free diet! Their company slogan is: Eat Well, Love Local, & Say Grace, and they are proud to be be listed with Red River Co-op, a company so dedicated to supporting local.
	Chaeban Artisan \| Artisan Cheese A second generation cheese maker, Joseph Chaeban learned the secret to creating exceptional artisanal cheese from his father, who honed his skills in Germany and Switzerland after fleeing Lebanon with his family in the 1970s. Chaeban cheese is made with fresh, premium ingredients locally sourced in Manitoba and 100% Canadian milk. For Chaeban, having their products on our shelves has been a dream come true, allowing more people to enjoy them from a grocer they trust.
	Harrisons Coffee Co. \| Coffee Harrisons roasts their coffee locally at the Johnston Terminal at the Forks with a focus on traceable coffee roasted to highlight the natural flavours while defining elegance. Supporting local and giving back to their community is always a priority, and they are proud to partner with Red River Co-op, who shares the same values as they do.
	Von Slick's \| Finishing Butter Hailing from Buffalo Point, MB with butter from Notre Dame De Lourdes, MB Von Slick's finishing butter will take your culinary game to the next level! Prepare your dish and top with your butter of choice, that’s it. The unique push tube design is not only fun and one-of-a-kind, but also practical. Use only what you need and keep the rest fresh. From sweet to savoury, there is a flavour for every occasion.
	Miss Kleo's Pet Treats \| Natural Pet Treats Jody started Miss Kleo's when her dog, Kleo, became ill from over-processed dog treats. She knew there had to be a healthier way. She sources local ingredients straight from Manitoba farmers to produce a line of 100% natural pet treats — no salt, sugar or preservatives, ever! They are handmade small batch and a pet treat your pet will love and you can trust.
	SOAK Bath Co. \| All Natural Soap Bars Our soap bars are handmade in small batches right here in southern Manitoba! We make everything from scratch with all natural, vegan friendly ingredients. The best part of our soap bars is they are completely sustainable and zero waste. Each bar soap is wrapped with biodegradable, plantable seed paper so you can plant the label and it will grow into wildflowers! *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	Spreads by Cede \| Nut Butter Spreads From a desire to create a line of healthy, delicious, unique and nutrient dense products, Cede's spreads were born in 2018 in Winnipeg, MB. Now she boasts a line of six almond butters in tasty, one-of-a-kind flavours: Cacao Maca, Lucua Tumeric, Acai Blueberry, Beet Ginger, Spirulina Coconut, and Matcha Lavender.
	Leabee \| Beeswax Reusable Food Wraps A local, Earth-friendly alternative to plastic wrap that can be washed and reused. Made in St. Pierre, Manitoba, these wraps are biodegradable and naturally antibacterial with their only ingredients being 100% cotton, beeswax, tree resin and jojoba oil. Pick out your favourite patterns to spice up your everyday lunch, all while helping out the planet. *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	The Stak Co. \| Pulse Mixes Born into a large French Métis family of cooks who treated gatherings like a cooking competition, it’s only natural that founder Suzan Stupack followed that passion and started an award-winning agribusiness. All Stak Co. pulse and bean mixes are Manitoba-grown, vegan, gluten-free, low sodium, high protein and packed with fibre, minerals and vitamins.
	Kaboom Coating Mix \| Protein Coating Mixes A Manitoba family run business that excels in top notch quality coating mixes. Every bag of Kaboom provides superb flavour, amazing texture and the perfect amount of crunch. Available in a wide variety of flavours to suit any and every taste.
	Practical Homestead \| Re-usable Products Locally made right here in Winnipeg, Practical Homestead produces a line of vegan, reusable, machine washable, foodsafe goods all dedicated to reducing plastic waste. *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	Sweet Boys Candy Co. \| Nut Brittle Tasty Manitoba Made Nut Brittle's in a variety of fun flavours! Kick up your candy game with Salted Caramel Cashew, Salted Cinnamon Pumpkin Seed, Chipotle Peanut or Maple Pecan.
	Yujiro at Home \| Ramen Noodles Created by the owners of the Yujiro Restaurant, these preservative free, made in Manitoba ramen packs are a way to enjoy their delicious and authentic food right at home without sacrificing taste or quality.

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	Juice Me \| Wellness Shots Juice Me started out as a cold-pressed juice business but found their true calling in cold-pressed wellness shots. Made with raw honey and raw juices, they are a tasty and natural immunity booster and natural aid packed with health benefits. Juice Me loves that Red River Co-op is invested in supporting their community, including the local business that live and work there.
	Amanda Lynn \| Gluten-Free Perogies Amanda Lynn’s perogies are all handmade in their own dedicated gluten free facility. They have many varieties to choose from and cater to dairy free, vegan, soy free and other dietary restrictions. These perogies are enjoyed by all; not just those with a gluten free diet! Their company slogan is: Eat Well, Love Local, & Say Grace, and they are proud to be be listed with Red River Co-op, a company so dedicated to supporting local.
	Chaeban Artisan \| Artisan Cheese A second generation cheese maker, Joseph Chaeban learned the secret to creating exceptional artisanal cheese from his father, who honed his skills in Germany and Switzerland after fleeing Lebanon with his family in the 1970s. Chaeban cheese is made with fresh, premium ingredients locally sourced in Manitoba and 100% Canadian milk. For Chaeban, having their products on our shelves has been a dream come true, allowing more people to enjoy them from a grocer they trust.
	Harrisons Coffee Co. \| Coffee Harrisons roasts their coffee locally at the Johnston Terminal at the Forks with a focus on traceable coffee roasted to highlight the natural flavours while defining elegance. Supporting local and giving back to their community is always a priority, and they are proud to partner with Red River Co-op, who shares the same values as they do.
	Von Slick's \| Finishing Butter Hailing from Buffalo Point, MB with butter from Notre Dame De Lourdes, MB Von Slick's finishing butter will take your culinary game to the next level! Prepare your dish and top with your butter of choice, that’s it. The unique push tube design is not only fun and one-of-a-kind, but also practical. Use only what you need and keep the rest fresh. From sweet to savoury, there is a flavour for every occasion.
	Miss Kleo's Pet Treats \| Natural Pet Treats Jody started Miss Kleo's when her dog, Kleo, became ill from over-processed dog treats. She knew there had to be a healthier way. She sources local ingredients straight from Manitoba farmers to produce a line of 100% natural pet treats — no salt, sugar or preservatives, ever! They are handmade small batch and a pet treat your pet will love and you can trust.
	SOAK Bath Co. \| All Natural Soap Bars Our soap bars are handmade in small batches right here in southern Manitoba! We make everything from scratch with all natural, vegan friendly ingredients. The best part of our soap bars is they are completely sustainable and zero waste. Each bar soap is wrapped with biodegradable, plantable seed paper so you can plant the label and it will grow into wildflowers! *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	Spreads by Cede \| Nut Butter Spreads From a desire to create a line of healthy, delicious, unique and nutrient dense products, Cede's spreads were born in 2018 in Winnipeg, MB. Now she boasts a line of six almond butters in tasty, one-of-a-kind flavours: Cacao Maca, Lucua Tumeric, Acai Blueberry, Beet Ginger, Spirulina Coconut, and Matcha Lavender.
	Leabee \| Beeswax Reusable Food Wraps A local, Earth-friendly alternative to plastic wrap that can be washed and reused. Made in St. Pierre, Manitoba, these wraps are biodegradable and naturally antibacterial with their only ingredients being 100% cotton, beeswax, tree resin and jojoba oil. Pick out your favourite patterns to spice up your everyday lunch, all while helping out the planet. *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	The Stak Co. \| Pulse Mixes Born into a large French Métis family of cooks who treated gatherings like a cooking competition, it’s only natural that founder Suzan Stupack followed that passion and started an award-winning agribusiness. All Stak Co. pulse and bean mixes are Manitoba-grown, vegan, gluten-free, low sodium, high protein and packed with fibre, minerals and vitamins.
	Kaboom Coating Mix \| Protein Coating Mixes A Manitoba family run business that excels in top notch quality coating mixes. Every bag of Kaboom provides superb flavour, amazing texture and the perfect amount of crunch. Available in a wide variety of flavours to suit any and every taste.
	Practical Homestead \| Re-usable Products Locally made right here in Winnipeg, Practical Homestead produces a line of vegan, reusable, machine washable, foodsafe goods all dedicated to reducing plastic waste. *Available in the Health & Wellness sections at Grant Park, St. Vital and Southdale
	Sweet Boys Candy Co. \| Nut Brittle Tasty Manitoba Made Nut Brittle's in a variety of fun flavours! Kick up your candy game with Salted Caramel Cashew, Salted Cinnamon Pumpkin Seed, Chipotle Peanut or Maple Pecan.
	Yujiro at Home \| Ramen Noodles Created by the owners of the Yujiro Restaurant, these preservative free, made in Manitoba ramen packs are a way to enjoy their delicious and authentic food right at home without sacrificing taste or quality.