Dalhousie University

Administrative delays affecting imported meat shipments may be adding millions in unnecessary costs to Canada's food supply chain, argues Sylvain Charlebois.

Rising food costs and shifting consumer priorities are driving more Canadians toward flexible eating habits and changing protein consumption patterns.

Grocery prices are stabilizing in Canada, but affordability challenges persist as many households continue to struggle with rising food costs.

Meat and produce prices are rising together in Canada, signaling ongoing food system pressure and persistent grocery inflation.

Oil volatility, not falling prices, is driving sustained food inflation across Canada, says Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.

Rising grocery costs are forcing Canadians to change how they shop, revealing deeper structural challenges in food affordability.

Quick grocery trips and convenience-driven shopping habits are reshaping how consumers interact with food retailers.

Halifax’s growing population and revitalization are transforming its retail landscape. New projects and expanding suburbs are reshaping the city’s future.

Experts discuss a shift towards a greater focus on apparel and lifestyle products, the popularity of school-branded merchandise, and missed opportunities for retailers to engage with students on campus through pop-up stores and kiosks.

Industry guru Sylvain Charlebois says that despite recent success, there are many questions for Canadian grocers to answer going forward

“Before the pandemic, many Canadians felt uneasy about the presence of self-checkout counters at the grocery store. They were considered by many as job killers. The pandemic is apparently changing that."