Inflation

Dollarama Surpasses 1,700 Stores in Canada, With Hundreds More Planned

Lee Rivett -
Dollarama has surpassed 1,700 stores in Canada and continues to pursue a long-term goal of approximately 2,200 locations nationwide as expansion plans move forward.

Canada’s Counter-Tariffs Result in Temporary Price Increases

Craig Patterson -
In 2025, Canada imposed counter-tariffs on US imports, causing a notable increase in retail prices. The analysis reveals that these price hikes were short-lived, largely dependent on retailers' expectations and transparency with consumers.

Q1 2026 Retail Economy Retail Report: Inflation Sticks, Consumers Trade Down

Craig Patterson -
Q1 2026 saw sticky food inflation, oil-driven cost risk, and cautious consumers reshape strategy. Winners lean value; independents, restaurants, and duty-free feel it.

Food Inflation Cools, But Canada’s Grocery Pain Is Far From Over

Sylvain Charlebois -
Canada’s food inflation slowed in April, but grocery affordability pressures continue as structural costs and global risks weigh on consumers.

High energy prices drive spike in consumer prices: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 2.8% year over year in April, up from an increase of 2.4% in March.

Grocery Fuel Surcharge Fight Reshapes Pricing in Canada

Lee Rivett -
Fuel surcharges are dividing Canada’s grocery sector, widening gaps between major chains and independent grocers.

Canadian consumer still under pressure with food prices: Dalhousie report

Mario Toneguzzi -
Over 80% of Canadians identify food as the expense that has increased the most.

Daily Synopsis: Apr 20, 2026

Retail Insider -
Reitmans marks 100 years, public grocery stores debated, male teens embrace fragrances, Sask food inflation worst in Canada, night market returns to metro Vancouver, and other news.

Consumer Price Index accelerates in March: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Prices for food purchased from stores rose 4.4% on a yearly basis in March, after increasing 4.1% in February.

Daily Synopsis: Apr 15, 2026

Retail Insider -
Uniqlo announces Winnipeg opening date, Winners accused of closing some store washrooms, food suppliers adding surcharges, Ontario moves to ban employees paying for uniforms, Montreal businesses await boost as Canadiens clinch playoff spot, and other news.

Food Prices Reshape Easter Dinner in Canada in 2026

Sylvain Charlebois -
Rising food prices in Canada are shifting Easter dinner choices in 2026, as consumers trade tradition for affordability.

Daily Synopsis: Mar 18, 2026

Retail Insider -
Fines for made-in-Canada claims could chill investment say food manufacturers, Couche-Tard optimistic despite fuel increases, most Canadians want to ban or regulate algorithmic pricing, legendary Italian retailer in Vancouver's Chinatown dies at 93, and other news.

Annual inflation cools to 1.8% in February: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Although growth in grocery prices slowed in February, they have risen 30.1% since February 2021.

Grocery Shoppers Embrace Pajama Wear Amid Economic Shift

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

Canadian tech company launches the “Trivago of Groceries” app

Mario Toneguzzi -
Gofer.run is free to download and available on iOS and Android across Canada (currently English only).

Daily Synopsis: Feb 17, 2026 – Retail Insights

Retail Insider -
HBC coat of arms to be auctioned off, Sheertex maker sold, Vancouver coffee shop ranked 15th in the world, Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver to see huge redevelopment, downtown Yonge remains strong, and other news.

Consumer prices decelerate in January: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
But prices for food purchased from stores rose 4.8% year over year in January following a 5.0% increase in December.

Consumer prices on the rise in December: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Year over year, higher restaurant prices were the largest contributor to faster growth in the all-items CPI in December 2025.

Pet Food Inflation Becomes a Cost-of-Living Crisis in Canada

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

Canadian inflation eases in October: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Slower growth in grocery prices further contributed to the deceleration in the CPI in October.

Consumer prices on the rise: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.9% on a year-over-year basis in August, up from a 1.7% increase in July, according to a Statistics Canada report.

Annual inflation rate rises 1.7% in July: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Prices for gasoline led the slowdown in the all-items CPI, falling 16.1% year over year in July, following a 13.4% decline in June, said Statistics Canada.

Loblaw: Local produce to ease food inflation this summer

Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadians have historically seen some relief at the register on fresh products in the summer, said Loblaw.

Consumer prices on the rise: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Gasoline prices in May remained below May 2024 levels, primarily due to the removal of the consumer carbon levy, noted Statistics Canada.

Food inflation continues to outpace Consumer Price Index: Loblaw

Mario Toneguzzi -
Manufacturers are looking for ways to keep prices down for customers, including by shifting supply chains to by-pass the U.S., says Loblaw
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