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LRQA, a leader in food and beverage assurance, is urging those in the food sector to reframe their approach to decarbonisation, embedding energy efficiency and sustainable practices at the heart of organisational culture. Complex supply chains and reliance on high-emission processes make decarbonising the food industry especially difficult. Challenges include …

By Melanie Franner Walmart Canada’s appointment of Venessa Yates to the role of President and CEO takes place at a monumental time in the retailer’s history. That’s because the appointment coincides with the company’s recent announcement of a “landmark” $6.5 billion investment over the next five years. “I’m very excited …

Coffee is up 19 per cent—and global markets aren’t to blame. Ottawa’s political posturing is burning your wallet, one cup at a time By Sylvain Charlebois Canadians are paying 19 per cent more for ground coffee this year—and it’s not because of global supply issues. It’s because of a self-inflicted …

The back-to-school season gives retailers a golden opportunity By Carly Peters Canada’s back-to-school (BTS) season represents a $4 billion retail opportunity, driven by 5.8 million students. While BTS spending is largely concentrated on items like clothing, footwear, stationery, books, and electronics, groceries remain a key category as 96 per cent …

By Robin Brunet When Ravinder Narula bought a small grocery store in Vancouver called Singh Foods in 1991, he was only one of three retailers specializing in South Asian food in all of Greater Vancouver. What a difference 34 years makes. Today, hundreds of stores cater to the huge range …

Canadian beef prices have surged due to a shrinking cattle herd, high transportation costs, and potential market collusion By Sylvain Charlebois With summer weather settling in, Canadians are returning to a familiar ritual—firing up the barbecue. But as they approach the meat counter, many are faced with shockingly high prices. …

By: Richard Baker, February 2025 As we step into 2025, consumers are making more intentional choices about their health: 82% of consumers consider wellness a top or important priority in their lives,[1] 14M Canadians aim to lose weight in 2025, [2] and 76% of consumers are limiting or avoiding sugars.[3] …

Industry experts tackle retail trends, AI strategy, and resilient leadership As the economic landscape shifts beneath our feet, retailers in Canada must act decisively and think strategically to survive and thrive. That’s why RCCSTORE25, Canada’s most anticipated retail event, isn’t just important—it’s critical. As disruption accelerates, it’s where industry leaders, …

Good margins and growing demand drive sector forward By Frank Yeo As consumers’ tastes evolve and environmental concerns grow, the produce industry is preparing for another year of transformation in 2025. The demand for Canada vegetables and fruits is rising as people become more health conscious and adopt plant-based diets. …

Oh, Canada! Tariffs and a trade war push consumers to buy Canadian: the good, the bad, and the future By Carly Peters As of this writing, Canada is deeply entrenched in Trump’s tariffs, sparking a trade war with what was once its closest ally. The rallying cry “elbows up” is …