Past Issues

JULY/AUGUST 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.4 In this Issue 23 Back to the Classroom Nutrition, convenience, and price are influencing back-to-school shopping. 29 For the Love of Snacks The salty snacks market continues to grow amidst challenges. 33 It’s a Slice Consumers across Western Canada are ripe for trying new …

MAY/JUNE 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.3 In this Issue 15 Reducing Environmental Impact is Cool Keeping ahead of evolving refrigeration mandates will help retailers stay cool under the collar. 19 Snacking is a Lifestyle Tree of Life talks what’s trending in cookies and crackers. 23 Grocery Retailers Giving Back 29 …

MARCH/APRIL 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.2 In this Issue 43 Frozen Favourites Consumers’ desire for affordable indulgence drives demand in the ice cream category. 49 Chilling Trends Less sugar, less calories heat up sales in cold beverages. 57 Bringing the Taste of the Caribbean Maureen Simon Foods Corp Founder and …

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024 • VOLUME 110, NO.1 In this Issue 11 Santa Cause: A Roaring Success! 19 Soon, The Only Way to Enjoy British Cheese May be as a Memory 21 Beyond Breakfast Foods to fuel the morning meal focus on health and convenience. HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE 25 60 Years …

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.6 In this Issue 21 Going Loco For Local Demand keeps building for local products creating new opportunities for retailers. 31 East Meets West Supercharged The Asian food category continues to dominate ethnic retail offerings. 36 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE 37 Forces Shaping Consumer Behaviour …

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.5 In this Issue 23 The Holidays Are Here! Grabbing consumers early with merchandising displays just for the holidays. 28 Elevated Experiences Canadians’ interest in the in-home café experience presents opportunities for grocers. 36 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE Heaven Just Got Better Better U Market …

JULY/AUGUST 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.4 In this Issue 15 Selling Local With increased food costs, consumers’ commitment to buying Canadian is down 20 School is Calling Engaging shoppers will bring success 25 From Dairy to Deli With more imported options, there’s a world of cheese waiting for consumers 30 …

MAY/JUNE 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.3 In this Issue 11 SIAL Canada Sets the Tone 12 Grocery & Specialty Food West 2023 Western Canada’s biggest grocery event welcomes record attendees. 27 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE Shifting Priorities Snacks move towards healthy options as the category ramps up. Price Hike Expected …

MARCH/APRIL 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.2 In this Issue 29 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE The Organic Conundrum Merchandising and marketing strategies to drive organic foods sales. 34 Four Areas of Focus for Retailers in 2023 36 Barbecue is Back! Cooking up Value this season. 41 Grassroots Benevolence Regenerative farming and …

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2023 • VOLUME 109, NO.1 In this Issue 29 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE Brisk Business Fair Trade boomed in 2022. An Inside Look at CHFA with President & CEO, Aaron Skelton 25 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE Fitting in Beautifully Plant-based products have taken their places in every grocery store …