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June 17, 2010 – The refreshment industry fought off a push to have vending machines
in city parks and recreation facilities go 100% healthy, at least for
now. Council decided to delay a decision on banning pop and energy
drinks for a year, reports the National Post.
“I’ve received letters from Coca-Cola and Pepsi, and they are good
corporate citizens … and I don’t think it would be fair to have this
discussion without their input at all,” said Councillor Mike Del Grande
(Scarborough-Agincourt).
The proposal was to phase in the sale of only juice, vegetable and
milk products at vending machines, starting next year. Staff had said
the city would likely take a financial hit under the proposed
restrictions.
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