JULY / AUGUST 2023

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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 Salted and Savoury
Indulgent consumers help the salty snacks category defy inflation

37 Industry Trailblazers Celebrated!
Retail Council of Canada Unveils 2022 WINNERS of the 30th Annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards

47 HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE
Tight Budgets Leading to Spending Cuts

53 Customized Confectionery
Variety in confections provides grocers the ability to tailorize the experience

57 Alberta Food Report
Opportunities for growth through change.

Departments
6 MARKET UPDATE
8 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
61 IN THE BAG

On Our Cover
12 Save-On-Foods Makes Living Healthy Easy
Western Grocer talks to Carl Ryan, general manager, private brands.

Photo courtesy Phillip Chin

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