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News
Canadian Grocer's 2026 Impact Awards are now open!
The annual awards program recognizes companies and individuals making a positive difference
People
The Crump Group appoints new president
James Crump will shape the Canadian pet treat company's next chapter of growth
News
Loblaw continues pivot to discount as shoppers demand value
Retailer says private label outperformed national brands in the fourth quarter
Sustainability
Loblaw and Flashfood mark another year of food waste diversion
In 2025, more than 21 million pounds of food were diverted from landfill
Beverages
What's driving the non-alcoholic beverage boom?
Premium positioning and product innovation are reshaping the low- and non-alcoholic beverage landscape
3M Canadian adults taking GLP-1 drugs, reshaping eating and spending, survey suggests
From smaller portions to fewer take-out orders and an increase in protein-rich foods, weight-loss drugs are changing how Canadians eat
Eco Guardian receives $1.5M investment from Ontario government
Funds will be used to expand the company’s manufacturing operations
Grocery executives among those recognized with RCC’s Retail Secure Legends Awards
Awards shine a light on the loss prevention leaders who are defining the future of retail security in Canada
L'Oréal Paris Canada dropping International Women's Day merch
The beauty brand is celebrating sisterhood with a limited-edition sweatshirt
FCL reports $11.7 billion in sales for 2025
In the face of economic headwinds, CEO Heather Ryan praises the company for standing together as Canadians
Sunkist peels back the curtain with new content series
The simple ritual of citrus peeling is at the heart of the brand's Peel Talk series
The Grocery Foundation enters a new era
Foundation chair Joe Fusco and executive director Simon Small speak of the evolution of the annual gala and why The Foundation’s work is more important than ever
From socca to success—the story behind Peacasa
How two friends turned a French street food into a fast-growing snack brand
Group calls on Health Canada to make labels mandatory for gene-edited pork
Transparency in labelling is key so consumers understand what they're buying and can make informed choices, advocates say
RECALL: Various brands of Curry Powder Madras
The recall covers five brands sold in British Columbia
Reality bites: The new anatomy of value
Professor Ramesh Venkat on how rising food prices, an increased focus on health and AI are redefining value and shopping habits
Sponsored
SIAL Canada is back, returning to Montreal from April 29 to May 1
The 23rd edition will be held at the Palais des congrès de Montréal
Featured Video
Latest From our Experts
The Food Professor
If we don’t reform supply management, Washington will do it for us
Consumer Connection
Canadians will start early, spend smarter this holiday season
Food Bytes
In a polycrisis era, tradition becomes a retail strategy
Eating in Canada
Beyond the prescription: How GLP-1 users are re-shaping food and beverage consumption
Retail Revolution
Retail power shifts in Canada
People
Pattison Food Group recognizes its outstanding leaders
How Daily Bread Food Bank's Neil Hetherington takes the lead
Matt & Steve’s promotes Jamie Griffiths to chief business officer
HelloFresh Canada taps new vice-president and chief product officer
Photo Galleries
PHOTO GALLERY: Calgary Co-op unveils new North Hill Food Centre
PHOTO GALLERY: New Metro Plus opens in Montreal
PHOTO GALLERY: A look inside Maxi's newest Montreal store
PHOTO GALLERY: Inside the 2026 Product of the Year Awards show
Plant-based
Researchers find benefits in using more of the plants we grow to produce food
Becel and Gordon Ramsay whip up dairy-free eats
A look at what’s driving demand in the dairy category
Protein Industries Canada launches $3M program for plant-based industry
New Stores
Aburi Market opening third Vancouver store
Costco to open new store in Oakville, Ont. next year
Loblaw looks to build 70 new stores in 2026, renovate 191 locations
Calgary Co-op set to open redeveloped North Hill store
Tech
Bring in the bots: How AI is changing the way people shop
UPDATED: Loblaw partners with Google to allow customers to shop through AI Mode and Gemini
Food is not a fight: Why AI in grocery retail is different
Loblaw and OpenAI partner to integrate PC Express into ChatGPT
Produce
Produce sector warns of risks in ending federal inspection service
PHOTO GALLERY: At IFPA's Global Produce & Floral Show 2025
Food-safety tips fresh from the produce department
Loblaw inflation report highlights steadily rising food prices in August
Health & Wellness
PHOTO GALLERY: On the show floor at CHFA Now Toronto 2025
Five wellness trends set to shape how Canadians will shop in 2026: CHFA
An excellent source of protein: Health, hype and hard truths
These three women are on a mission to create clean, tasty snacks
Worth Reading
Why gen Z won’t give up iced coffee—even in the dead of winter
Breakfast trends influencing Canadians' morning meals
Q&A: Keurig Dr Pepper Canada's Chris McMahon on the ready-to-drink cocktail market
Chapman’s sweet success
Community
Giant Tiger partners with the Canadian Women's Foundation ahead of International Women's Day
Drive Away Hunger partners donated 635 million meals in 2025
Loblaw partners with Ducks Unlimited Canada to support sustainable agriculture
Metro and Feed Ontario open third Shared Kitchen in Thunder Bay, Ont.
Sustainability
K-Cup pods now recyclable across Ontario
Group Bel Canada invests $3.7M to support the decarbonization of Canadian dairy production
Farm Boy and Friendlier expand reusable container partnership
The appeal of the deal: Liquidation grocery stores move into the mainstream
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