<![CDATA[Canadian Grocer - News RSS Feed]]> https://canadiangrocer.com Lactantia releases 'Ultimate Butter Churning Vest'
Brand taps into viral “runner butter” social media trend]]> Fri, 05 Jun 26 18:51:49 -0500 Liberals' grocery benefit payments start for eligible Canadians today
An estimated 12 million Canadians are eligible for the one-time benefit]]> Fri, 05 Jun 26 18:08:26 -0500 Economy adds 88,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls to 6.6%: StatCan
Wholesale and retail trade sector takes heaviest hit with loss of 35,000 positions]]> Fri, 05 Jun 26 14:26:06 -0500 Saputo reports $157 million in Q4 net earnings, up from previous year
Montreal-based company reports revenue of $4.17 billion]]> Fri, 05 Jun 26 13:58:06 -0500 Loblaw Advance upgrades data and analytics platform
Retail media network introduces agentic AI, new customization features]]> Thu, 04 Jun 26 19:17:35 -0500 Safeway bets on humour and inspiration in major brand refresh
Grocer launches ‘That’s The Way’ platform to strengthen connection with shoppers]]> Thu, 04 Jun 26 15:46:20 -0500 Costco’s May sales up 9.2% in Canada
Club reports net sales of $24.01 billion]]> Thu, 04 Jun 26 15:14:14 -0500 Walmart+ arrives in Canada
Retailer rolls out membership program in first market outside U.S.]]> Thu, 04 Jun 26 14:14:36 -0500 Winners of RCC's 2026 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards revealed
Retail Council of Canada recognizes product innovation at annual event]]> Thu, 04 Jun 26 00:30:00 -0500 RCC recognizes Sobeys, Walmart, Loblaw and Farm Boy
Organization reveals winners of 2026 Excellence in Retailing Awards]]> Wed, 03 Jun 26 15:27:46 -0500 More fibre, less sugar: How new health priorities are shaping food purchases
NIQ explores how gut health, longevity and front-of-pack labels are shifting demand]]> Tue, 02 Jun 26 15:25:12 -0500 P&H Foods and Atlantic Poultry Incorporated announce joint venture
Companies launch P&H Foods Atlantic]]> Mon, 01 Jun 26 19:29:00 -0500 Courchesne Larose Group acquires The Star Group
Produce distributors combine operations]]> Mon, 01 Jun 26 18:01:04 -0500 Food Banks Canada says employment insurance doesn't serve modern workforce
Organization releases 2026 poverty report card]]> Mon, 01 Jun 26 16:59:16 -0500 Health and beauty brief: L'Oréal Canada’s new CEO, Dove contest generates buzz
Your regular wrap on the personal care, cosmetics and wellness categories]]> Fri, 29 May 26 19:09:38 -0500 Costco reports strong Q3, driven by own brands and gas demand
The warehouse club's Kirkland Signature brand continues to grow with new products and price cuts]]> Fri, 29 May 26 18:01:49 -0500 This week in grocery news: Loblaw’s May inflation report, Longo’s announces new stores
Here’s what you might have missed]]> Fri, 29 May 26 15:01:48 -0500 Montreal businesses feel effect of Canadiens playoff run on customer traffic
Playoff nights bring a surge of customers stocking up on food before puck drop]]> Thu, 28 May 26 16:07:18 -0500 Walmart launches new brands across home and hardware in U.S.
Professional-grade tools and children’s decor join private label lineup this spring]]> Thu, 28 May 26 14:18:15 -0500 PHOTOS: Buy-Low Foods introduces new price position in B.C.
Pattison Food Group banner says change allows it to offer “sharper pricing”]]> Wed, 27 May 26 19:35:20 -0500 Manitoba politicians pull all-nighter debating budget bill with food tax cut
Bill includes elimination of the provincial sales tax on items such as prepared meals, snacks and soft drinks]]> Wed, 27 May 26 19:09:00 -0500 Retailers and brands celebrate 2026 FIFA World Cup
Healthy Planet, Lay’s, President's Choice and others build hype ahead of the tournament ]]> Wed, 27 May 26 15:00:00 -0500 Loblaw shares update on produce, oil and fertilizer prices in new report
Grocer releases its "Food Inflation Report" for May]]> Tue, 26 May 26 20:00:36 -0500 Low-calorie drinks lead Canadian beverage market: report
Canadian Beverage Association releases new data on consumer preferences ]]> Tue, 26 May 26 19:06:14 -0500 Shania Twain, Chris Hadfield, Mitch Marner and more participate in Second Harvest campaign
Organization launches sprint fundraiser “Race to Rescue” ]]> Tue, 26 May 26 16:55:22 -0500 Quebec removes sales tax from some groceries as part of wider affordability push
Premier sets out "bouquet" of measures to address cost-of-living concerns]]> Tue, 26 May 26 13:12:58 -0500 Barilla launches 2026 F1 'Pastaport Contest'
Campaign part of brand's global, multi-year partnership with Formula 1]]> Mon, 25 May 26 19:16:24 -0500 Toronto’s Big League Food Company launches Shopify-powered wholesale ordering platform
Company says platform will make it easier for indies to source local goods]]> Mon, 25 May 26 17:58:12 -0500 Grocery platform Tre’dish launches AI assistant to help shoppers save on groceries
Ontario-based company unveils SproutAI]]> Mon, 25 May 26 17:16:06 -0500 Beef farmers say their questions about new trade talks fall on deaf ears
Leaders say Ottawa is using beef as a "bargaining chip" in negotiations]]> Mon, 25 May 26 11:24:42 -0500 This week in grocery news: Super C’s supercharged growth, Walmart’s Q1
Here’s what you might have missed]]> Fri, 22 May 26 16:55:28 -0500 Higher sales at gas stations as prices rise boost retail sales in March
Largest gain in core retail sales came from food and beverage retailers]]> Fri, 22 May 26 15:11:51 -0500 Eataly launches La Piazza dining concept in Toronto
Concept mirrors the experience of an Italian piazza ]]> Thu, 21 May 26 19:44:54 -0500 Got a positive story from the front line? We want to hear from you!
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Ottawa planning to cut more than 650 jobs at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada]]> Thu, 21 May 26 18:25:03 -0500 Walmart reports major gains in Q1
Total revenue hits $177.8B on e-commerce boom]]> Thu, 21 May 26 16:35:57 -0500 Jell-O is jiggling its way toward more natural ingredients
Kraft Heinz Co. releases Jell-O Simply product line]]> Wed, 20 May 26 18:11:33 -0500 Robert K. Irving, CEO of J.D. Irving, Ltd., dies after cancer battle
Irving died surrounded by family in Moncton, N.B.]]> Tue, 19 May 26 15:11:42 -0500 Inflation rises to 2.8% in April thanks to higher gas prices: StatCan
Food inflation cooled as grocery items such as chicken and coffee saw slower price increases]]> Tue, 19 May 26 12:39:43 -0500 Second Harvest calls for modernized 'best before' date labelling
Food rescue organization release new report on Canada's date coding regulations]]> Fri, 15 May 26 18:40:26 -0500 Nomination deadline extended for Canadian Grocer's 2026 Impact Awards!
The annual awards program recognizes companies and individuals making a positive difference]]> Fri, 15 May 26 13:00:00 -0500 Walmart cuts, relocates 1,000 corporate roles
Tech leaders send memo to associates indicating the need to operate more efficiently]]> Thu, 14 May 26 15:25:15 -0500 What's the deal with 6% fat milk, newly on the market in Ontario?
Sealtest's new product comes as consumers rethink long-held dietary practices]]> Wed, 13 May 26 15:23:55 -0500 Amazon launches 30-minute grocery delivery in select U.S. cities
Amazon Now uses network of smaller locations designed for efficient order fulfillment]]> Tue, 12 May 26 15:47:10 -0500 BoC report estimates U.S. counter-tariffs pushed prices up about 6% last year
Researchers analyzed the costs of more than 100,000 tariffed goods at seven retailers]]> Tue, 12 May 26 15:21:04 -0500 Savoura signs deal to acquire Productions Horticoles Demers assets
Greenhouse grower says deal aligns with its "vision for sustainable growth and food autonomy"]]> Tue, 12 May 26 15:08:28 -0500 DCI and CIGBA announce Star Awards nominees
Winners will be revealed during a gala ceremony this June]]> Mon, 11 May 26 15:16:47 -0500 FoodHero expands to independent grocers
Quebec company now available to small retailers following pilot project]]> Mon, 11 May 26 14:23:59 -0500 Get featured in Canadian Grocer's New on Shelf newsletter
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Your regular wrap on the personal care, cosmetics and wellness categories]]> Fri, 08 May 26 18:24:55 -0500