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Trending: Loblaw's data breach, the power of private label, Empire's Q3 results and more!

A roundup of popular stories from CanadianGrocer.com that you don't want to miss
3/13/2026
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Quarterly results, a data breach and exotic produce trends were among the top stories last week

Welcome to Trending, a weekly roundup of the top grocery industry news stories from CanadianGrocer.com for the week of March 9 to March 13. 

 

Loblaw says some customers affected by data breach

According to the Canada's largest grocer, a criminal third-party accessed some customer information. Read the full article here.

Private label offers a path to stronger Canadian food supply chains, says CFIN exec

A new CFIN report warns that Canada’s food system is increasingly vulnerable to global disruptions. The solution? A shift from import-reliance to domestic innovation. Read the full article here.

Sobeys parent company Empire reports $385M Q3 loss, sales up from year ago

The grocery company was hit by one-time costs related to the closing of its Voilà grocery delivery facilities in Alberta. Read the full article here.

L'Oca Quality Market to close its two Alberta locations

After less than two years of operation, the "experiential artisanal market" has ceased operations. Read the full article here.

Outside the ordinary: Three trends shaping the specialty produce market

There’s a big appetite for far-flung fruits and vegetables. Discover the trends that are driving shopper interest and sales. Read the full article here.

 

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