food security

Food security in Canada hinges on ensuring consistent, year-round access to fresh produce despite the country’s extreme seasonal swings.

The Competition Bureau of Canada has expanded its investigation into Sobeys' use of property controls, continuing a multi-year effort that began with its 2023 grocery competition study and has already prompted changes across the grocery industry.

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.

With the average transaction sitting at approximately $12 per person, restaurants provide an accessible source of nourishment for millions of Canadians.

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

Pet food inflation in Canada has surged since 2020, pushing pet ownership from a lifestyle choice into a growing cost-of-living pressure.