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Leaders from Longo’s, Giant Tiger, The Italian Centre Shop, Metro and Stong’s Market share their outlook

From laughs to pop-up designs, a look at what’s shaping the card category

From market volatility to emerging shopper trends in grocery, Sylvain Charlebois looks to 2026 and beyond

Fresh produce from the European Union, including apples, leeks and shallots from France, and persimmons (also known as kakis) from Spain, are a profitable option for Canadian retailers during winter and spring

Maxi, Food Basics, Real Canadian Superstore among top four grocers, study finds

The average family of four will pay nearly $1,000 more for groceries

If Canadian employers want to retain gen Z workers, it’s essential to understand what makes them tick

When foot traffic surges and customer moods run hot, grocers face a perfect December storm—one that strains staffing, wears down morale and challenges retention

From buy Canadian to GLP-1s and the forgotten generation—Carman Allison highlights areas for growth in the years ahead

The food economist unpacks food inflation, shifting shopper habits and more