Independent grocers defend chains against food inflation accusations Independent grocers are receiving the same staggering price increases from food suppliers that big chains are receiving, says CFIG's Gary Sands Canadians' sauce consumption on the rise More at-home eating, an increasingly diverse population, and a hankering for hot sauce continues to push the category forward As consumers embrace global foods, grocers look to diversify their offerings The global foods segment has gone from niche to need-to-have Grocery’s got talent: Meet the 2022 Generation Next winners Get to know the 22 young leaders – all under age 40 – making their mark on Canada’s grocery industry Shell looks to boost convenience offering in preparation for energy transition Shell Canada seeks to grow its retail fuel footprint across the country ‘We pray for the end of inflation:’ Empire says vendor cost increases continue, but eyes slowdown The parent company of Sobeys, Farm Boy, FreshCo and other grocery banners talked inflation, cybersecurity and the shift to discount on its quarterly call with analysts Empire selling gas stations in Western Canada, reports Q2 profit up from year ago Sales in what was the second quarter of the company's 2023 financial year totalled $7.64 billion Longo's marks World Pear Day with 'Pear-a-thon' livestream Grocer to host 12-hour livestream of pear-themed cooking demos Grocery leaders share how they’re helping shoppers save Executives from Metro, Longo’s, The Sweet Potato and more on navigating high food costs Retail leaders talk tech, talent and the future at GroceryConnex This year’s Retail Leadership Panel featured Pattison Food Group's Darrell Jones, Metro's Eric La Flèche and Anthony Longo of Longo's First Previous 11 12 13 14 15 Next Last