Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
ISSAQUAH, Wash., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Costco Wholesale Corporation (“Costco” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: COST) today announced its operating results for the 16-week fourth quarter and the 52-week fiscal year ended August 30, 2026. Net sales for the quarter increased 11.2 percent, to $93.9 billion, from $84.4 billion …
September, 2026
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29 September
Loblaw September Food Inflation Report
September 23, 2026. Toronto, ON. Today, Loblaw released the latest edition of its Food Inflation Report, following Statistics Canada’s release of August CPI data. While grocery inflation slowed to 2.8% year over year, falling below overall inflation for the first time in more than a year, affordability remains a significant …
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25 September
Pierre Lessard-Blais Appointed Executive Director of Aliments du Québec
Longueuil, QC, September 24, 2026 — Aliments du Québec is pleased to announce the appointment of Pierre Lessard-Blais as Executive Director. Taking office on October 5, 2026, he brings extensive experience in management, business development, strategic planning, governance, and team leadership to the organization and its member companies. “Aliments du …
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25 September
Trade shocks put food and beverage margins under pressure, FCC reports
Regina, Saskatchewan, Sept. 24, 2026 – Tariffs and trade disruption are shifting the outlook for Canada’s food and beverage manufacturers from resilience to risk management, according to a mid-year update from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) Economics. Sales rose four per cent in the first half of 2026, but new U.S. …
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25 September
Think Turkey Rallies Canadians to Cheer on Canada’s Ultimate Home Game
Iconic sports voices Joe Bowen and Michel Lacroix bring the play-by-play as Think Turkey celebrates the traditions, Turkey Trots and turkey that make up the Canadian Thanksgiving season TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — This Thanksgiving, Think Turkey is bringing game-day energy to one of Canada’s most beloved traditions with Cheer on …
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25 September
Kraft Dinner Pops Into the Beverage Aisle with First-of-its-Kind KD x Solly’s Cream Soda
KD is teaming up with Solly’s Craft Soda to give fans a new way to satisfy their KD cravings in a beverage that combines the taste of cream soda with a hint of KD’s iconic cheesiness The Tasty Details: Created in partnership with Canadian brand Solly’s Craft Soda, KD …
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25 September
Zero Zone Systems Division Unveils Ramsey Location Remodel
RAMSEY, Minnesota – September 21, 2026 – Zero Zone, Inc. is proud to announce the completion of a major expansion and renovation of its Minnesota facility, home to the Zero Zone Systems Division. Since the acquisition of Systematic Refrigeration in 2002, the Systems Division has seen exceptional growth resulting in …
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22 September
SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2026
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 • VOLUME 112, NO.5 In this Issue 21 Building on Trust A Q&A with Associated Grocer’s Dereck Hein. 24 Premium Experiences Take the Cup Coffee still dominates the hot beverage category, but tea is evolving. 31 Back to Basics Discovery Organics resumes its foundational vision. 33 Checking Out …
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22 September
Lovo: Nutri Group’s new name hits grocery store shelves
SAINT-HYACINTHE, QC — Québec and Manitoba consumers will gradually begin encountering a brand-new presence in the egg aisle. Lovo, formerly Nutri Group, is officially making its way onto grocery store shelves with colourful packaging and a new brand identity. Owned by farming families, Lovo grades, processes, and distributes more than …
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21 September
From Emerging to Everywhere: CHFA Reveals Four Wellness Trends Hitting Canadian Shelves in 2027
TORONTO – September 21, 2026: The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) has identified four emerging trends poised to shape Canada’s natural, organic, and wellness industry, offering a preview of the products and innovations that Canadian consumers will soon see dominate store shelves in 2027. These trends will be on display …