Good Earth Cafes Ltd. Franchise News

Free Coffee at All Good Earth Locations on Earth Day with a Donation to the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC)
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - April 17, 2012) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, an environmentally responsible chain of specialty coffeehouses, is gearing up for an ambitious Earth Day promotion that will put a free cup of coffee or tea in the hands of thousands of people, while attempting to raise thousands of dollars for the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). Throughout the month of April, customers of Good Earth can make a donation to NCC at any Good Earth coffeehouse. People making their donations on April 22 (Earth Day) and April 23, will receive a free cup of coffee or tea, as a "Thank You" for sharing Earth Day with Good Earth and NCC...

Good Earth raises funds for the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC)
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - March 26, 2012) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, an environmentally responsible chain of specialty coffeehouses, is partnering up with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), to raise funds for the organization. NCC is the nation's leading private land conservation organization, working to protect our natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.
Starting March 29th and throughout the month of April, customers of Good Earth can make a donation to NCC at any Good Earth coffeehouse. People making their donations on April 22 (Earth Day) and April 23, will receive a free cup of coffee or tea, as a "Thank You" for sharing Earth Day with Good Earth and NCC...

Good Earth gives customers choices they can feel good about.
March 20, 2012 // Franchising.com // CALGARY – Since 1991, Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery has made environmental responsibility a part of its mission. The company and its customers continue to make a positive impact on the environment by making greener choices:
Greener Coffee Choices Sustainable Coffee Selections
Good Earth serves Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee, including Good Earth’s own Latin America Estate Blend and South America Rainforest Blend. The Rainforest Alliance is a non-profit organization that works to combine productive agriculture, biodiversity conservation and human development. Rainforest Alliance Certified farms are required to meet comprehensive social and environmental standards...

Small choices are adding up to a big difference in reducing Good Earth’s Environmental Impact.
CALGARY, March 5, 2012 – Since 1991, Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery has made environmental responsibility a part of its mission. The company and its customers continue to make a positive impact on the environment by making greener choices:
Greener Energy
All 35 Good Earth coffeehouses are 100% Wind Powered through Bullfrog Power®, a leading Canadian provider of 100 per cent green electricity. Good Earth is purchasing over 1,435 Mwh of clean, renewable power for our cafés annually. In doing so, Good Earth is reducing its environmental footprint by over 1,130 tonnes of CO2 per year. Good Earth’s cumulative carbon emissions reduction is a whopping 3,674...

Feeling _____? We have an Oatmeal for that!

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Jan. 10, 2012) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery introduces made to order Oatmeal in all of its cafes. Customers can choose 3 of their favourite toppings at an Oatmeal Customization station to build their oatmeal their way.
Good Earth's Oatmeal is hearty, slow cooked steel cut oatmeal. Steel cut oats are minimally processed and have a lower glycemic index than instant oatmeal, causing a lower spike in insulin levels when consumed. A serving of Good Earth oatmeal contains 10 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber. Oatmeal continues to grow in popularity as a breakfast option that is healthy, quick and can be eaten on the go. It's an easy item for busy customers to carry out with their morning coffee...

Enjoy Free Coffee and Baked Goods
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Dec. 8, 2011) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, is proud to announce the opening of the newest and smallest Good Earth in Calgary, Alberta. The 263 sq ft kiosk is located in the food court of the Lancaster Building, downtown Calgary. This is the second location for operating partners, Lidija & Goran Kostadinovski who also own the Bankers Court Good Earth.
Come celebrate the Grand Opening on Monday, December 12, 2011. Customers are invited to enjoy FREE coffee and to sample fresh baked goods from 10:00am - 1:00pm. There will be an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00am.
Good Earth is looking forward to introducing its new customers to the wide selection of great coffees, cold beverages and tasty, fresh and wholesome food...

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 21, 2011) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, is proud to announce the opening of the new Good Earth in Victoria, British Columbia in the Patient Care Centre at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
Come celebrate the Grand Opening on Monday, November 28th, 2011. Customers are invited to enjoy FREE coffee all day, sample fresh baked goods and enter to win a Good Earth Gift basket. There will be an official ribbon cutting ceremony and live music at 11:00am.
Good Earth is looking forward to introducing its new customers to the wide selection of great coffees, cold beverages and tasty, fresh and wholesome food. Good Earth sources the highest quality beans that are roasted slowly in small batches to bring out the best in every bean...

Gingerbread Families Help Real Families
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2011) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery has baked up a delicious gingerbread holiday treat in support of Habitat for Humanity.
From November 12th until January 3, 2012, all Good Earth Cafés throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan will sell seasonal packages of fabulous fresh-baked gingerbread families. $1 from the sale of each gingerbread family will go to the local Habitat for Humanity. Each package includes two "adult" cookies and one "child" cookie, and sells for $7.50.
"Whether for yourself or as a gift, buying our Gingerbread Families is a wonderful way to support Habitat for Humanity in building affordable homes for families," says Nan Eskenazi, co-founder of Good Earth...

Enjoy Free Coffee All Day
CANMORE, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Oct. 6, 2011) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, is proud to announce the opening of the new Good Earth in Canmore, Alberta at 718 Main Street.
Come celebrate the Grand Opening on Saturday, October 22nd, 2011. Customers are invited to enjoy FREE coffee all day, sample fresh baked goods and enter to win a Good Earth Gift basket. There will be an official ribbon cutting ceremony and live music at 10:00am.
Good Earth is looking forward to introducing its new customers to the wide selection of great coffees, cold beverages and tasty, fresh and wholesome food. Good Earth sources the highest quality beans that are roasted slowly in small batches to bring out the best in every bean...

Come Taste What's new at Good Earth
 
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Sept. 13, 2011) - In conjunction with Chef Brad Smoliak (www.bradsmoliakcooks.com), Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery has introduced a new menu of delicious soups, chowders, and panini for fall.
With over 15 years experience as a Red Seal Chef, Brad Smoliak was one of the original Founders and Chefs at Edmonton's renowned Hardware Grill. In 2005, he cooked for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her Royal Visit. Chef Brad now consults for private clients in Canada and the US on new product development and recipe creation.
"For the past 20-plus years, I've worked in all kinds of kitchens and cooked for all kinds of people, from my teenage son to Her Majesty the Queen of England...

Enjoy Free Coffee and Live Music
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Sept. 12, 2011) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, is proud to announce the opening of the new Good Earth in Scotia Place at 100th Street and Jasper Ave. Come celebrate the Grand Opening on Tuesday, September 20th, 2011. Customers are invited to enjoy FREE coffee all day, sample fresh baked goods and enter to win a Good Earth Gift basket. There will be an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00am with special guest, Chef Brad Smoliak.
Good Earth is looking forward to introducing its new customers to the wide selection of great coffees, cold beverages and tasty, fresh and wholesome food. Good Earth sources the highest quality beans that are roasted slowly in small batches to bring out the best in every bean...

A great breakfast = A great day!

CALGARY/ALBERTA/MEDIA RELEASE--(Marketwire - Sept. 14, 2010) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, an environmentally and socially responsible chain of specialty coffeehouses, is launching a new breakfast menu for the Fall, adding three hot food items to its current menu. The breakfasts include:

Breakfast Panini (Original)
Fresh eggs, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon & tomato grilled to perfection on a whole grain bun.
Vegetarian Breakfast Panini (New)
Fresh eggs topped with cheddar cheese & grilled vegetables on a whole grain bun.
Steel Cut Oatmeal (New)
Hearty slow-cooked oatmeal topped with almonds, apricots and honey.
Southwest Breakfast Bake (New)
Scrambled eggs, spinach, potatoes and pico de gallo...

CALGARY, ALBERTA, ANNOUNCEMENT--(Marketwire - Oct. 27, 2009) - The United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada) - Calgary Branch celebrated United Nations Day on Thursday, October 22, 2009, by recognizing the efforts of Good Earth Cafés Ltd. for local commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Michael Gretton, President of the UNA-Canada, Calgary Branch, complimented the hard work and involvement of Calgary businesses in the UNGC and local corporate social responsibility initiatives. He said, "Calgary companies and organizations are showing they are leaders locally and globally in promoting the important social and environmental principles put forth by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and for contributing solutions to our world's many challenges - from climate change and economic exploitation to poverty and human rights...

The Glenmore Café in Calgary wins Franchisee of the Year - Supreme Bean!

CALGARY/ALBERTA/MEDIA ADVISORY--(Marketwire - July 21, 2009) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary-based success story is proud to announce the winners of the annual operating partner awards for 2008. Winners are represented in 8 categories:
Prosper with Purpose - Community Spirit Award - Pandosy Street Café, Kelowna Eco Spirit Award - Glenmore Landing Café, Calgary Enlightened Service Award - Creekside Café, Calgary Green Bean - Rookie of the Year Award - Westmount Café, Okotoks Sales Achievement Award - Glenmore Landing Café, Calgary Sales Improvement Award - Alberta Children's Hospital Cafe, Calgary Golden Crema - Coffee Excellence Award - Creekside Café, Calgary Supreme Bean - Franchisee of the Year - Glenmore Landing Café, Calgary
Gerry Docherty, Chief Operating Officer and Nan Eskenazi, Co-founder are personally visiting each of the winners and presenting them with their awards to proudly display in their cafes...

Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery launches two new Red Tea Espresso beverages: Red Vanilla Latte and Red Vanilla Frappe

CALGARY, ALBERTA, MEDIA ADVISORY--(Marketwire - March 31, 2009) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based coffeehouse chain, is launching red espresso®, the world's first tea espresso, in all of its cafes starting on April 1st. The "espresso" is made from 100% premium Rooibos (pronounced 'Roy-bos) tea that has been ground, like coffee, to a patented espresso grind for use in espresso machines. Rooibos only grows in South Africa and the Rooibos Good Earth is using is premium grade tea sourced from a single family-run farm in the Cedarberg Mountains near Cape Town. It is different from the steeped tea bag versions that are currently out in the market and offers many benefits:
It is naturally caffeine free and can be enjoyed by those avoiding or watching their caffeine intake...

Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre Welcome's New Cafe Calgary/Alberta/Media Release--(Marketwire) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based coffeehouse chain is pleased to announce it has opened a new location in the Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre located on 4th Street and 13th Ave SW (the site of the old Colonel Belcher Hospital). Good Earth is now located in four Calgary Health Region facilities including the Foothills Hospital, Rockyview Hospital, Alberta Children's Hospital and now Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre.

Good Earth's official ribbon cutting ceremony took place last Friday where customers enjoyed Free Coffee all day and tasted samples of freshly baked goods. New owner, Bob Mathison is very proud to be a part of the Good Earth team...

Good Earth focuses on families during the Holiday Season
CALGARY/ALBERTA/MEDIA RELEASE--(Marketwire - Dec. 1, 2008) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based coffeehouse chain is pleased to announce the arrival of its holiday Gingerbread Families. The gingerbread folks are gift-packed in threes to make Gingerbread Families and they have a special mission this year. When you purchase a Good Earth Gingerbread Family, $1.00 goes to Brown Bagging it for Calgary's Kids.

Brown Bagging it for Calgary's Kids is a local charity whose mandate is to ensure that Children and youth in Calgary, regardless of their life circumstances, are able to reach their full potential. Through the "Feed Kids" program they make and deliver 1300 brown bag lunches to 65 different schools daily...

Good Earth continues to expand in Western Canada Calgary/Alberta/Media Release--(Marketwire) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based success story, is bringing its authentic coffeehouse concept to the Regina market. The plans are to open 3-4 locations within the next 3 years. The first cafe is expected to open downtown in the summer of 2009. In addition sites in Normanview, Victoria East and the proposed Harbour Centre development in the southwest are currently under consideration.

Michael Going, President and Co-founder of Good Earth says that "We are thrilled to contribute to the coffee culture in Regina. This city has such a vibrant street scene and strong sense of community. We are looking forward to playing our part in this great community...

Good Earth continues expansion in Western Canada CALGARY/ALBERTA/MEDIA RELEASE--(Marketwire) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based success story, is bringing its authentic coffeehouse concept to the Winnipeg market. The plans are to open 8-10 locations within the next 3 years. The first cafe is expected to open in mid to late 2009. Sites downtown, on Broadway Avenue, Corydon Avenue and Kenaston Village are currently under consideration.

Michael Going, President and Co-founder of Good Earth says that "We are thrilled to contribute to the coffee culture in Winnipeg. This city has such a vibrant street scene and strong sense of community. We are looking forward to playing our part in this great community."

Good Earth has carved out a niche in the competitive coffee market with its 100% organic, shade grown and fair trade coffee...

CALGARY/ALBERTA/MEDIA RELEASE--(Marketwire) - Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery, a Calgary based success story, has recently opened its second café in Edmonton and is close to finalizing sites for new locations downtown, in South Edmonton Common, St. Albert and Sherwood Park. The plans are to open 12-15 more locations in Edmonton within the next 5 years.

Michael Going, President and Co-founder of Good Earth says that "The two existing locations have been such a success for us that opening more locations in Edmonton makes sense. Good Earth is different from other coffeehouses so there is plenty of room in a bustling city like Edmonton for our concept".

Good Earth has carved out a niche in the competitive coffee market with its 100% organic, shade grown and fair trade coffee...