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The Hidden Cost of Grocery Promotions in Canada

Supplier-funded grocery promotions may be creating hidden costs throughout Canada's food supply chain. Sylvain Charlebois examines how these practices can affect prices over time.

Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Supply Chain Backlog Remains: Scandiweb (Opinion)

US and Iran announced a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but more than 800 vessels remain stranded and freight rates may take months to normalize.

Generation X Leads Canadians in Throwing Away Food Past Date Labels: Survey

New survey data suggest Generation X is the most likely Canadian age group to discard food after date labels pass, while Gen Z appears more willing to assess food quality before throwing it away.

The New Retail Risk Strategy: Better Employee Experience: Citation Canada (Opinion)

23% of employed Canadians reported their workplace was not psychologically safe, while 24% said they experienced burnout “most of the time” or “always.”

What Happened to Canada’s Women’s Fashion Chains?

Many of Canada’s iconic women’s fashion chains have disappeared. Retail expert Antony Karabus explains how fast fashion, casualization and economic shifts changed the industry.

From The Desk: Strategic Expansion and Consumer Shifts Define Canadian Retail in Early June

Canadian retail continued to evolve this week, with store expansions, leadership changes, consumer trends, and economic insights shaping the industry's direction.

Canada’s Economy Is Shrinking. Why Hasn’t the Food Sector Followed?

Canada's economy is shrinking, but the food sector remains resilient. Sylvain Charlebois examines why agri-food has held up and the risks ahead.

From The Desk: Retail Reinvention Through Experience, Sustainability and Strategic Growth

This week’s retail insights show Canadian brands expanding thoughtfully with experiential stores, circular economy initiatives, and strategic hiring amid recessionary ...

Why Chicken Prices in Canada Could Surge Again This Summer

Chicken prices in Canada could rise again this summer as supply shortages, imports, and market pressures intensify across the poultry industry.

Why Retail Spaces Aren’t Converting Despite Demand

Retailers are leaving money on the table as poor merchandising and layout prevent stores from converting demand into sales, says an expert.
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