News at a Glance

Retail Insider is streamlining its Canadian retail news from around the web to include a handful of top news stories that can be viewed quickly during the day. Here are the top stories from the past 3 days

Majority of Canadians believe food prices will continue to rise. Stats show they’re right. (CityNews) ********

Loblaw moves to counter ‘grocer profiteering’ narrative, but experts say it may not be enough (BNN)

The nonsensical ban on compostable plastic bags (Globe & Mail)

Colby Cosh: Small retailers will pay the price for Liberal crime policies (National Post) ********

Nearly 100 Percent of Canadian Food Samples Tested for Microbial Contaminants Deemed Satisfactory (Foodsafety Magazine)

Metro stores in Greater Toronto Area close as workers go on strike (CP24) ********

Striking Toronto-area Metro workers speak out: ‘This is definitely about money’ (Global) ********

Self-serve grocery market chain Aisle 24 is expanding in Western Canada (Grocery Business) ********

T&T Supermarché partners with Asian night market in Montreal (Grocery Business)

Recent violent crime in Winnipeg reignites demand from business owners for urgent action (Global)

Ontario is lowering its markups on pot, as cannabis companies struggle to stay afloat (CBC) ****

Montreal’s Old Port Has A Brand New Sneaker Store Where You Can Get Kicks & Your Coffee Fix (MTL Blog)

Shein opens pop-up shop in Montreal area amid multiple controversies (CTV)

‘Shoppertainment’ trend hits Regina mall with opening of new play structure, arcade (CTV Regina)

Mala Mtl brings thrifting to Montreal plus-sized community (CTV)

After their cafe was destroyed in the war, Ukrainian couple opens pierogies shop in Strathroy, Ont. (CBC) ****

Quebec family shows resilience after fire destroys beloved Lower North Shore business (CBC)