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Sylvain Charlebois

Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is Senior Director of the Agri-Foods Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University in Halifax. Also at Dalhousie, he is Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculty of Agriculture. His current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety, and has published four books and many peer-reviewed journal articles in several publications. His research has been featured in a number of newspapers, including The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.
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GLP-1 Drugs Could Reshape Canada’s Food Industry

Canada's new obesity guidelines signal a shift in food consumption, with GLP-1 drugs impacting how and what Canadians—especially youth—eat.
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Chocolate Prices Soar Ahead of Easter Due to Cocoa Crisis

Easter chocolate costs are rising fast as cocoa prices surge 280% in three years, squeezing both global brands and local chocolatiers.
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Canadians Will Pay More for Local Food Amid U.S. Tariff Risk

Most Canadians are willing to pay more for domestic food, but trust in grocers and pricing transparency remains a key concern amid U.S. trade tensions, says a new study.
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Time to Rethink Canada’s Dairy Supply Management System [Op-Ed]

Canada’s dairy supply management system faces growing scrutiny over cost, waste, and transparency concerns—prompting calls for reform and accountability.
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How Trump’s Trade Agenda Threatens Canada’s Food Security

rump’s economic strategy could disrupt global food flows, leaving Canada vulnerable and forcing a major rethink of trade and agri-food policy, says Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.
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Carbon Tax Repeal won’t Stop Food Prices from Rising [Opinion]

Despite the repeal of the consumer carbon tax, rising food prices persist due to hidden costs in the supply chain. Sylvain Charlebois asks - will Canada find a better solution?
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Canadian Food Supply Chains Hold Strong Despite Trump

Canada's food supply chains have remained resilient despite political challenges, including Trump's policies and global disruptions, ensuring stability for Canadians.
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Canada’s EV Tariffs Spark Costly Trade War With China

Canada’s 100% tariff on Chinese EVs has led to $3B in retaliatory tariffs on Canadian farmers. Was this trade war avoidable?
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Canada’s Tariff Strategy Hurts Consumers More Than the U.S. [Opinion]

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs may backfire says Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, raising costs for consumers and risking economic downturn instead of effectively countering U.S. trade policies.
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Canada’s Resources at Risk Amid U.S. Economic Pressure

Canada faces growing U.S. economic influence, risking control over key resources. A strategic response is vital to protect sovereignty and food security.
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Nova Scotia Leads in Removing Interprovincial Trade Barriers

Nova Scotia’s Bill 36 removes internal trade barriers, setting a precedent for mutual recognition across Canada and boosting economic growth.
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Canada’s Internal Trade Fix? Plan Leaves Barriers Untouched

Canada’s internal trade reform plan makes headlines but falls short, as outdated supply management and provincial policies leave key barriers untouched.
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Canada’s Food Inflation Drops, But Will Prices Spike Next?

Canada's food inflation hit -0.6% in January, but the GST Holiday may have masked true costs. With tax relief ending, are higher prices on the horizon?
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Why Canadians Still Reject Online Grocery Shopping

Nearly 60% of Canadians prefer in-store grocery shopping, citing concerns over cost, trust, and quality, keeping online grocery adoption low.
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Trump’s Criticism Sparks Debate on Canada’s Dairy Policy

U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Canada’s protectionist stance on dairy, reigniting debate on supply management and the need for industry reform.
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Why Egg Prices in Canada Are Rising Slower Than in the U.S.

Egg prices are increasing in Canada, but not as sharply as in the U.S. Learn how supply management and other factors are keeping costs in check.
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Canada Faces New Trade Reality Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions

Canada grapples with rising U.S. tariffs as supply management and interprovincial trade barriers hinder economic resilience.
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Trump’s Tariffs Hurt Canada’s Agri-Food, Our Policies Hurt More

Trump's tariffs expose Canada’s agri-food sector weaknesses, worsened by domestic policies on trade, innovation, and regulatory barriers.
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Canada Faces Trade Shock as Trump Tariffs Threaten CUSMA

New U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports threaten CUSMA, forcing Canada to rethink trade strategies amid rising protectionism.
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Interprovincial Trade Barriers Impact Canada’s Food and Beverage Sector

Interprovincial trade barriers in Canada raise costs and hinder growth in the food and beverage sector, highlighting the need for provincial cooperation.
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Canada’s Food Inflation Drops to Record Low Amid GST Holiday

Canada's food inflation hit a historic low in December 2024, driven by the GST Holiday, but temporary relief highlights deeper market pricing complexities.
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GST Holiday Spurs Restaurant Visits, Highlights Tax Reform Needs

The GST holiday increased restaurant traffic by 18% in Canada, spotlighting tax policy's impact on consumer behaviour and affordability of prepared foods.
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Hershey Discontinues Cherry Blossom: End of a Canadian Icon

The discontinuation of Cherry Blossom marks the end of a beloved Canadian treat, highlighting challenges facing food manufacturing in Canada.
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Plant-Based Milk Surcharges: Coffee Chains Face Class Action

Major coffee chains face a lawsuit over plant-based milk surcharges, raising questions about fairness and pricing transparency in the food service industry.
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Canada’s Grocery Scandals: 10 Years of Price Fixing & Mislabelling

Marking 10 years since the bread price-fixing scandal, new investigations reveal mislabeling issues at major Canadian grocery chains, eroding consumer trust.
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