Dunnhumby’s Erich Kahner and Jim Prins to share insights at GroceryConnex Attendees will learn how customers think and feel about the largest grocery retailers Buy Canadian sentiment still strong amid trade war, but grocery prices test consumer loyalty Recent polls show Canadians are eager to avoid U.S. goods, yet rising food prices leave little room to pay higher premiums for local products Nutrition labels influencing Canadians’ grocery purchases: report Research finds half of shoppers are avoiding products with front-of-package warnings Snack names influence how filling we imagine they will be: new research The sound of a snack name could affect consumers' willingness to buy Gluten-free foods enter new era of innovation New ingredients and formulations are improving both taste and texture Price trumps patriotism for Canadians at the grocery store: report “Buy Canadian” movement revived amid heightened value-seeking behaviour Fall baking is becoming more flexible, functional and creative From ready-to-bake formats to culturally inspired flavours, here’s what’s trending this season For grocers, true sustainability requires both affordability and accessibility: expert Assistant professor Sadaf Mollaei on why affordability and accessibility are key to sustainability Grocery Tech Trends Study: Where grocers are investing in tech Our exclusive research reveals where grocers are at with their tech investments and how they’re preparing for grocery’s digital future Summerween trend pushes Halloween candy sales earlier Mars “Tricks, Treats and Trends” report finds over half of shoppers now think of Halloween as a multi-month affair New labels, tighter budgets and functional claims are reshaping what families pack for school Nutrition, convenience and value are increasingly shaping decisions Defining the 2026 back-to-school shopping season Price pressure, promotional demand and digital tools are fuelling a more competitive retail environment 1 2 3 4 Next Last
