Welcome to Amaranth, Welcome Home.

Amaranth is an ancient, versatile grain that originated in the New World. It is flexible and hardy enough to grow in both alpine areas and low-lying valleys. This versatility would come to inspire our business and reinvent the way we live in a healthy, holistic and mindful manner. And now you’re here, a part of it all.

Why Amaranth?

MISSION

WE PROVIDE AN OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCE EVERY DAY,

ONE PRODUCT, STORE AND CUSTOMER AT A TIME.

VISION

AT AMARANTH, WE ARE DRIVEN TO NOURISH THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY.

WE DO THIS THROUGH INTENTIONAL CHOICES, NATURAL & ORGANIC GOODS, & LOCAL CONNECTIONS.

VALUES

WE SERVE OTHERS

- WE ARE WELCOMING

- WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE

- WE VALUE SUSTAINABILITY

- WE SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND

- WE ARE SOLUTION ORIENTED

& GROWTH FOCUSED

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IT Support

VINCOVI

Vincovi contact Information
Non-urgent? Email: help@vincovi.com
Urgent? Call: 1-888-318-7999

Health Spending Account

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HEALTH SPENDING


Click HERE to submit an HSA claim.

Please note receipts are attached in the far left column directly in the form. Do not email receipts separately. 

Curious on where to find your balance?
HERE are instructions on where to find your HSA balance in Payworks.

Have more questions?
Follow this LINK to the HSA FAQ Brochure.

Please see HERE for the Employee Handbook Section for even more details on the HSA.

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Credit Review Best Practice

CREDIT REQUEST

Click HERE to view

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Time Off Requests

VACATIONS

Time off requests can be submitted using the dedicated form available HERE. Please ensure all fields are completed accurately to facilitate prompt processing.

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Flyer Swapover Process

FLYER SWAPS

Please click HERE to view the Flyer change over best practice.

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Employee Handbook

HANDBOOK

Click HERE for our most recent version of the handbook.
Pro Tip: use "control F" to more easily search for any topic in the handbook.

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Workplace Savings Plan

WSP

A Workplace Savings Plan helps employees build financial security through convenient, automatic contributions directly from their paycheques. Amaranth Whole Foods supports workplace savings initiatives as part of our commitment to community wellness and financial health.


Click HERE to learn more about the WSP

Explore HERE for the FAQs

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Safety Newsletter

SAFETY


Click HERE to view

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Produce Best Practice Form

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PRODUCE


Click HERE to view the Produce Best Practice form.

Paid Sick Leave

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SICK TIME

Paid Sick Leave benefits are available to support you during times of illness or medical appointments. Find out more HERE to understand how you can take advantage of these important benefits.

Expense & Mileage

EXPENSE & MILEAGE FORM

Click HERE for the expense claim form. Please see HERE for more details on how to submit.

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Giving Back

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INVOLVEMENTS & DONATIONS


 Click HERE to learn more about how we're making a difference in our community!

Workers Comp Benefits

WCB INCIDENT INSTRUCTIONS


What to do in case of injury or near miss? HERE is what you need to know.

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Dress Code & Uniforms

UNIFORM REQUISITION & DRESS CODE

You can view the Dress Code HERE.

Click HERE to view. If you are looking for a new uniform piece please fill out this form.

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Want To Share? Updates?

SHOUT OUTS & UPDATES

Want to share a Shout Out, or have information to share in the weekly newsletter? Be sure to send your weekly update to hr@amaranthfoods.ca.

Careers at Amaranth

Know someone passionate about health and wellness? Amaranth is hiring energetic, customer-focused individuals who want to make a difference.

Enjoy perks like staff discounts, growth opportunities, and a vibrant, supportive workplace.

To see current opportunities please follow this LINK to our Indeed careers page. You can send your resume directly to Neil at HR@amaranthfoods.ca for any positions you are interested in applying for.

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Available Positions

  • The Assistant Category Manager-Grocery supports the Grocery Category Manager in ensuring optimal product selection, pricing, promotions, and inventory control across all locations. This role also acts as a key link between head office and store teams, helping to implement merchandising plans and provide in-store support when needed. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, retail-savvy team member with strong organizational skills and a keen interest in product management, merchandising, and operations.

    The successful candidate will be someone who can work independently, prioritize effectively, and take initiative while aligning with Amaranth’s values and goals.

  • The Wellness Advisor is responsible for overseeing the Wellness Departments daily operations. Duties include providing support to the Wellness Department; providing customers with supplement and personal care product recommendations; receiving and verifying shipments; stocking shelves and cooler; product merchandising; processing customer transactions; maintaining store cleanliness; and providing friendly, attentive and efficient customer service.

  • The Wellness Advisor is responsible for overseeing the Wellness Departments daily operations. Duties include providing support to the Wellness Department; providing customers with supplement and personal care product recommendations; receiving and verifying shipments; stocking shelves and cooler; product merchandising; processing customer transactions; maintaining store cleanliness; and providing friendly, attentive and efficient customer service.

Meet Our Leader

With a steadfast heart, Brendan embraces this legacy, embodying the values instilled in him while inspiring a collective desire for meaningful change. His vision extends beyond his own family, reaching into the very fabric of communities across Alberta, nurturing a sense of shared purpose and unity.

Driven by a profound commitment to betterment, Brendan focuses on uplifting others, ensuring that they too have the opportunity to achieve and thrive. His approach is not merely about success in business; it’s about fostering a sense of belonging and well-being for all. As he continues to shape and lead the company, his humility and confidence guide each decision, emphasizing that true success is measured not just in achievements, but in the positive impact made on the lives of those around him. With a warm spirit, he invites everyone to join this journey, believing that together, we can build a brighter future for generations to come.

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Our Commitments

  • We do our best to have each customer leave feeling better than when they came in. We engage with our customers to build long-term trusting relationships and further their health. We advise our team to always recommend what is best for the customers- regardless of what is trendy or more profitable. We aim for each customer’s experience in our stores to be a positive one, and we are happy to help customers track down the products they need- even if it is not something we normally sell.

  • We prioritize local farming in Alberta and across Canada to support a better community and a healthier you. We try to source as many products as possible that are made in Western Canada. The less distance products travel means lower overall product cost, less impact on the environment, and less risk of a supply chain disruption. Locally owned businesses also pay taxes locally, and since most of these business owners live in Canada, they tend to put their dollars where their values are.

  • Most of our products are certified organic and non-GMO, and/or produced in Alberta. Canadian organic standards prohibits synthetic fertilizers and toxic pesticides, GMOs, artificial additives, growth hormones and excessive antibiotics, irridation and yes, sewage sludge. The standards also promote rotating crops, growing nutrients in the soil, composting, ensuring animals have access to fresh air and pasture, mandating minimum space for animals and more.

  • We support organic farmers, and other producers who aim to reduce chemical use and improve soil health. We believe that a foundation of health is getting good food from farmers you know.

  • We prohibit additives and synthetic colours including red dye #40, yellow #5 and #6, blue #1 and titanium dioxide in all products we carry. Organic products already prohibit the addition of artificial colours, preservatives and other additives. For all our products we avoid the use of certain synthetic chemicals.

  • We engage with customers helping to understand the delicate balance in creating a healthy mind, body & home. We aim to treat the whole and not just symptoms. We recommend complimentary products and do our best to recommend lifestyle and dietary changes with each supplement recommendation. We are comfortable recommending our customers visit registered professionals like MDs, pharmacists or alternative practitioners if we don’t know the best answer.

  • We carry and stock personal care lines that are free from parabens, phthalates, and synthetic dyes making sure they are not tested on animals. All of our products that contain Shea are Fair Trade certified. We prioritize glass/aluminum and free-from plastic packaging whenever possible as they are almost infinitely recyclable and can be reused 100% into other packages.

  • Supplement brands we stock have limited additives & fillers added to their capsules and tablets. Most are tested using third parties to ensure quality, accuracy of labels, and the absence of contaminants. 

This list now includes previously excluded items and those from EWG, EU bans, and Whole Foods. We include certain dyes banned in the EU, often in children's products, and titanium dioxide, a likely toxic and unnecessary whitener. Prioritizing local, fair trade, and cruelty-free brands boosts our social impact.