The feds want to spend $25 million to get you to buy Canadian. This is a great idea that could easily turn into a marketing disaster
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is going into marketing. It wants you to buy Canadian. The federal government intends to spend $25 million over five years starting this summer to promote Canadian food products and instill pride in what our country can bring to our tables. This is a great idea. But promoting Canadian products may…
Half of Canadians intend to reduce food waste as much as possible in 2020. The industry is offering solutions, as are other organizations
Canada generates more food waste per capita than any other country in the world. Every year, close to 60 per cent of food produced in Canada is wasted. That’s more than 35 million metric tonnes of food is lost and wasted annually in Canada. Considering the energy and resources required to produce this food, the…
Dollar stores in Canada sold well over $2 billion worth of food last year. And given how aggressive dollar stores are, that could double quickly
A visit to any dollar store is something to remember: the bright lights, aisles filled with things you may or may not need, and the distinctive smell. If we had to create a smell that mixes plastic with China, the smell in a dollar store would be it. It’s not overly appetizing but a greater…
Potatoes are 20% more expensive in grocery stores than they were last year, and they could get even more expensive in 2020. Our craving for this food staple is likely to blame
Most of us love fries and chips. Other than ketogenic, most diets don’t discriminate against the mighty potato. It’s even in the new Canada’s Food Guide. Most dishes using potatoes are loved by Canadians, especially in winter, when colder weather encourages us to seek heartier meals. But North America is experiencing potato shortages and processors…
Alimentation Couche-Tard has become one of the largest convenience store chains in the world by converting gas dollars and foot traffic into more food sales
Taking over the world, one convenience store at a time, was Couche-Tard’s plan from day one. There are two types of convenience stores: Mom-and-pop stores, often operated by local people or newcomers seeking a better life in their adopted country. Stores that are part of enormous multinational conglomerates, which streamline operations by supporting thousands of…
Co-op plans to operate Community Natural Foods as an independent subsidiary, with the same commitment to local and organic products
Retail grocery chain Calgary Co-op has acquired Community Natural Foods as part of the succession plan for Community Natural Foods’ owner. “As representatives of our 440,000 members, Calgary Co-op's board is pleased support the expansion of Calgary Co-op's commitment to health and wellness, while providing Calgary Co-op members with the benefit of annual net earnings…
Just Ripe is working with the Doef Family Greenhouse operation in the Lacombe area to provide fresh produce year-round for the new Prairie Horizon Market
Just Ripe is working with the Doef Family Greenhouse operation in the Lacombe area to provide fresh produce year-round for the new Prairie Horizon Market. The market will open next spring at the New Horizon Mall. “Just Ripe has been an innovator in working with the Doef family to enhance their already well-established family greenhouse…
A recent poll tells us that 26% of Canadians have either adopted the ketogenic diet, tried it or considered it in. But there are meany health questions
Are you on the ketogenic diet? Apparently, many people are or have tried it in the last year or so. It may be the most popular dietary trend in North America right now. Over the last 12 months, the word ‘keto’ was the most googled food-related topic in the world, not just in Canada. The…
Expansion builds on a successful 17-store pilot in Toronto and Winnipeg. Delivery can be made in as soon as one hour
Walmart Canada and Instacart announced on Thursday the national expansion of their relationship, which will bring on-demand grocery delivery services from nearly 200 Walmart stores across Canadian in as fast as an hour. In a news release, the companies said the expansion builds on a successful 17-store pilot in the greater Toronto area and Winnipeg.…
The Sobeys Inc. vice-president talks about the dynamic trends in her industry, from e-commerce to buying local
Jana Sobey is vice-president of merchandising, community format, Thrifty Foods and Field for Sobeys Inc. She recently received a 2019 Star Women in Grocery Award. How did you feel about winning the award and what did it mean to you? Sobey: It felt really good. I was actually quite surprised, to be quite honest. So being…
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is going into marketing. It wants you to buy Canadian. The federal government intends to spend $25 million over five years starting this summer to promote Canadian food products and instill pride in what our country can bring to our tables. This is a great idea. But promoting Canadian products may…
