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No Frills boosts support for Cricket Canada with sleeve branding sponsorship
The sponsorship comes as an additional investment to the cricket association
News
Kraft Heinz pauses plans to split into 2 companies, says its problems are 'fixable'
The company said it will pivot from the split and invest US$600 million in marketing, sales and product development
New Stores
Maxi opens new store in Mont-Laurier, Que.
The location offers a selection of local, natural and organic products
People
Empire chief marketing officer announces retirement
Sandra Sanderson is set to retire in July
News
Manitoba government mulls grocery price measures as inflation continues
New study will look at issues such as differential pricing and whether fees or taxes could be changed to reduce grocery bills
B.C. organization enters debate on government-run grocery amid rising food costs
The Bank of Canada said this month that grocery prices have risen by about 22% since 2022
Building consumer trust in Canada's food system: CCFI
Lisa Bishop-Spencer speaks to how the industry can help consumers better understand the food system
Rising prices will impact consumer holiday spending habits: Numerator
The survey shares shopping habits around five upcoming holidays
New federal funding to support agriculture, agri-food market diversification
The $75-million investment aims help the sector respond to market instability
What grocers are cooking up for Valentine’s Day
From prepared meals to in-store events, check out these limited-time offers
Demand for Asian cuisines extends from restaurant menus to grocery aisles
Lunar New Year amplifies curiosity when it comes to exploring new formats and flavours
Seenergy Foods expands production capacity with new Ontario facility
The manufacturer also launched its new individually quick frozen pasta line
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Produce sector warns of risks in ending federal inspection service
As Ottawa eyes cost savings, stakeholders caution that cutting CFIA's key inspection service could increase prices and lead to trade disputes
Even full-time workers struggle to afford food in Canada: Study
Full-time work no longer shields many families from the country's growing hunger crisis
Rexall appoints Ron Wilson as president
With new leadership at the helm, the retailer says it is focusing on a pharmacy-first strategy
As coalitions shift, loyalty enters its next chapter
Bond chief strategy officer Sean Claessen on the evolution of loyalty programs and what appeals most to members
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The Food Professor
Supply management and the cost of milk dumping
Consumer Connection
Canadians will start early, spend smarter this holiday season
Food Bytes
In a polycrisis era, tradition becomes a retail strategy
Eating in Canada
Cozying up to value
Retail Revolution
Retail power shifts in Canada
People
UNFI Canada taps new director, business development
Big Rock Brewery appoints new chief financial officer
Gay Lea Foods shuffles board of directors
How The Village Grocer’s Brad Fletcher takes the lead
Photo Galleries
PHOTO GALLERY: The Grocery Foundation's 2026 Night to Nurture gala
PHOTO GALLERY: Buy-Low Foods opens new Coquitlam, B.C. store
PHOTO GALLERY: A new Foodland opens in Niagara-on-the-Lake
PHOTO GALLERY: Make Happy Tummies hosts breakfast event in Toronto
Plant-based
Researchers find benefits in using more of the plants we grow to produce food
Becel and Gordon Ramsay whip up dairy-free eats
A look at what’s driving demand in the dairy category
Protein Industries Canada launches $3M program for plant-based industry
New Stores
No Frills opens first Burnaby, B.C. location
Red Apple announces two store conversions in Saskatchewan
A new Walmart Supercentre is coming to southwest Edmonton
Atlantic Superstore to be converted to Maxi banner in Edmundston, N.B.
Tech
Registration is now open for GroceryTech Canada
Retail’s next big shift: AI-powered shopping journeys
In the AI era, strategic partnerships are key to retail success
Why today’s shoppers expect more than a paper shelf tag
Produce
PHOTO GALLERY: At IFPA's Global Produce & Floral Show 2025
Food-safety tips fresh from the produce department
Loblaw inflation report highlights steadily rising food prices in August
Loblaw inflation report highlights rising food prices in July
Health & Wellness
PHOTO GALLERY: On the show floor at CHFA Now Toronto 2025
Five wellness trends set to shape how Canadians will shop in 2026: CHFA
An excellent source of protein: Health, hype and hard truths
These three women are on a mission to create clean, tasty snacks
Worth Reading
High-protein, few-ingredient recipes driving TikTok food trends
Nostalgia and novelty fuelling changes in Canadian consumer tastes
Canada’s new Grocery Code of Conduct is here, but don’t expect any instant price drops: Opinion
Bot shoppers and beauty foods: Grocery’s next big shifts
Community
Walmart Canada launches 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign
Coca Cola names Peachland, B.C. Canada’s Kindest Community
Tim Hortons raises $1.3M for Special Olympics Canada
Giant Tiger partners with Kids Help Phone in support of Anti-Bullying Day
Sustainability
Nespresso Canada donates tree seedlings to Jasper, following historic wildfires
‘We’ve been loud about this for a year:’ Ontario grocery stores still waiting for movement on deposit-return rules
Federal funding boosts electric vehicle chargers across Canada
Planting the seeds: How grocers and CPG brands can lead on sustainability
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