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Matcha Prices Set to Climb as TikTok Fuels Demand Surge
Sylvain Charlebois
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June 27, 2025
Matcha is going mainstream in Canada, but surging demand and limited supply could send prices soaring by 30–40% in the coming years.
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Canada’s Food Inflation Cools as Tariffs Quietly Paused
Sylvain Charlebois
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June 25, 2025
Canada’s food inflation rate is easing as federal counter-tariffs are quietly lifted, offering relief ahead of peak summer grocery spending.
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Middle East Tensions Could Spike Canadian Food Costs
Sylvain Charlebois
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June 23, 2025
Rising Middle East conflict threatens global fertilizer and food prices. Canadian farmers and consumers could face inflation and supply chain pressure.
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GLP-1 Drugs Disrupt Eating Habits, Hit Fast Food
Sylvain Charlebois
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June 12, 2025
Appetite-suppressing GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are reshaping consumer behaviour, posing a major challenge to fast-food chains like McDonald’s.
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Canada’s Agri-Food Policy Lacks Clear Direction
Sylvain Charlebois
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May 30, 2025
As Canada’s 45th Parliament begins, the agri-food sector faces uncertainty amid vague policies, unresolved trade issues, and rising costs. Bold action is needed.
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How Incentivizing Consumers to Return to Foodservice Businesses Can Jumpstart the Economy: Sylvain Charlebois
Sylvain Charlebois
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May 17, 2021
A study shows 40% of Canadians will avoid restaurants for the next while, and assistance to make dining establishments safer may help.
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Mass Bankruptcies and Store Closures Expected in Canada by Early 2021: Experts
Mario Toneguzzi
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August 5, 2020
Store closures and weaker consumer spending due to COVID-19 will see retail in Canada change substantially over the next six months.
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Canada Could Become Over-Saturated with Cannabis Retail Stores
Mario Toneguzzi
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June 16, 2020
After a lull post-legalization, hundreds of cannabis stores are opening in Canada and not all will survive, according to experts.
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COVID-19 to have Permanent Impact on Canadian Retail Industry: Expert
Mario Toneguzzi
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May 4, 2020
Bruce Winder says that similar to the Great Depression, consumers will shift priorities and become thriftier amid government support and lost wealth.
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Brands in Canada Must Adjust to a New Reality Post COVID-19 or Perish: Expert
Mario Toneguzzi
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April 23, 2020
Seasoned industry expert John Torella says that while some brands and retailers are open to change, many aren’t willing and thus will ultimately fail.
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