Food banks stretched thin as food prices rise Even if people don't need the food bank, budgets are stretched so fewer people are in a position to donate, says Food Banks Canada CEO Frozen treat sales heating up Consumers’ desire for indulgence across a wide range of products will benefit retailers and manufacturers this summer Bank of Canada open to hiking interest rates to curb inflation Bank's Paul Beaudry says higher rates will bring down demand relative to supply, easing inflationary pressures Visa, Mastercard fee settlement a symbolic victory, industry experts say Though $131 million in compensation is available to retailers, CFIG and RCC say it’s a drop in the bucket The world’s largest retailers 2021: Study Walmart is still tops, and Canada’s leading food retailer makes the top 25 list Walmart, Amazon talk retail tech at NielsenIQ event Data, collaboration and personalization are key priorities Zabiha Halal tackles Islamophobia with new campaign “Sharing Halal” gives Muslim Canadians a platform to share their stories and experiences Generation Next Thinking: DE&I: Putting policy into action While a work in progress, grocers are taking steps to make both workplaces and store shelves more inclusive and diverse Inflation could put more Canadians at risk of going hungry Food banks in Toronto and Calgary are seeing a surge in demand as food prices soar Inflation is driving shifts in purchase behaviour: Survey Canadian grocery shoppers are looking for deals and switching to discount banners, Caddle research finds First Previous 62 63 64 65 66 Next Last