News Releases

June, 2026

• 16 June

  Beef Consumption and Demand Higher in 2025

  

  Statistics Canada’s food consumption data is significantly lagged, but it is worth taking stock to see what happened last year. Consumers continued to flock to the beef section of the meat counter in 2025, looking for that perfect cut. The retail beef demand index (2000=100), which measures consumers’ willingness to …
• 16 June

  CFDE 2026 Calgary Stampede Social

  

  Please join us at our CFDE Stampede Social Event! We are returning to Last Best Brewing again this year, and there will be lots of space to mix and mingle with industry friends, colleagues and customers! Tickets are limited so act now! Last Best Brewing 607 11 Ave SW, Calgary, …
• 11 June

  Make Happy Tummies 2027 Launches with Record Momentum and Unprecedented Retail Reach

  

  What a year. What a milestone. The Grocery Foundation officially launched the Make Happy Tummies 2027 Campaign and Gala this week, bringing together sponsors, retailers, manufacturers, community leaders, and industry partners to celebrate a record-breaking year and set the stage for an even bigger campaign ahead. The June 10th kickoff event, held in …
• 10 June

  CIGBA/DCI Celebrates Industry Excellence at 2026 Business Summit

  

  Toronto, ON — CIGBA/DCI is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 CIGBA/DCI Star Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals and companies that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to Canada’s independent grocery industry. This year’s Star Award recipients include: • Retailer of the Year: Pino’s Get Fresh • Partner …
• 9 June

  The Grocery Foundation Announces Appointment of Liam Sobey and Ryan Collis to Board of Directors

  
• 9 June

  The High Cost of ‘Grocery Pricing Fairness’

  

  The High Cost of ‘Grocery Pricing Fairness’ Background: Several states, including New York, are considering “grocery pricing fairness” legislation aimed at supporting small independent grocers. These proposals—such as New York’s Senate Bill S8563—would require large grocery suppliers to offer identical prices and contract terms to all retailers that purchase the …
• 9 June

  Frozen Juice is Returning to Canadian Grocery Stores

  

  One of Canada’s most nostalgic grocery staples is heading back to store freezers. Loblaw says frozen juice concentrate will return later this month through its No Name brand, bringing back a product many shoppers feared had disappeared for good. The retailer says the move comes after hearing from customers who …
• 9 June

  Grocery Benefit Payments Underway for Eligible Canadians

  

  One of the federal Liberals’ flagship affordability measures has begun landing in the bank accounts of eligible Canadians. First announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney in January, top-up payments for the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit started on Friday. The program previously was called the GST/HST credit and is usually …
• 6 June

  MAY / JUNE 2026

  

  MAY/JUNE 2026 • VOLUME 112, NO.3 In this Issue 24 The Power of Brands Brands have power because of the value proposition behind them. 31 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards New product awards finalists raise the bar on function, convenience, and value. HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE 41 Guts for …
• 6 June

  Canadian Grand Prix Winners