Sylvain Charlebois

Canada’s U.S. Alcohol Bans Are Coming Back to Haunt Provinces

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Provincial bans on U.S. alcohol are emerging as a new Canada-U.S. trade flashpoint, writes Sylvain Charlebois, as American lawmakers push for scrutiny of provincial liquor monopolies.

Trade Uncertainty Is Becoming Canada’s Biggest Economic Risk

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As CUSMA enters review and China imposes new duties on Canadian products, Canada's agri-food sector faces mounting trade uncertainty that threatens investment and economic growth.

Why Bureaucratic Delays Are Making Food More Expensive in Canada

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

Canada’s Food Prices Have Outpaced Inflation Every Month Under Carney

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Food inflation has exceeded Canada's overall inflation rate for 15 consecutive months under Prime Minister Mark Carney, highlighting ongoing affordability concerns for households.

The Hidden Cost of Grocery Promotions in Canada

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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.

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

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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.

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

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

Why Chicken Prices in Canada Could Surge Again This Summer

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

Taxing Convenience Foods Punishes the Wrong Canadians

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Quebec’s food tax changes are reigniting debate over whether taxing convenience foods unfairly burdens seniors, single households, and working Canadians.

Why Food Brands Are Quietly Reversing Skimpflation

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Food brands are reformulating products as consumers push back against years of ingredient cuts and declining food quality.

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

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

Recycling Rules Are Quietly Driving Food Inflation in Canada

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New recycling policies are adding hidden costs to Canada’s food system, contributing to higher grocery prices and reduced product choice.

Dunkin’ Return to Canada Signals New Coffee War

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Dunkin’ is returning to Canada under Foodtastic, reigniting competition in a coffee market long dominated by Tim Hortons and increasingly shaped by shifting consumer habits.

GLP-1 Drugs Trigger Multi-Billion Dollar Demand Shock in Food Sector

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GLP-1 drugs are shifting Canadians from volume to value in food consumption, with major implications for retailers and restaurants.

Grocery Prices Stabilize, but Affordability Remains a Challenge in Canada

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

Canadian consumer still under pressure with food prices: Dalhousie report

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

Meat and Produce Prices Rise Together in Canada

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

Faulty Meat Scales Cost Canadians Millions

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Faulty meat scales may be costing Canadians millions annually, raising concerns about grocery pricing accuracy and regulatory oversight.

Canada’s Shrinking Middle Class Is Fueling Food Inflation

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As Canada’s middle class erodes, the country’s food economy is splitting, driving persistent inflation and weakening innovation.

How Strait of Hormuz Tensions Are Set to Raise Grocery Prices in Canada

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Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are expected to drive grocery inflation in Canada as rising oil and fertilizer costs impact food supply chains.

Why Imports Won’t Fix Canada’s Beef Price Problem

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Canada’s beef prices remain elevated as domestic supply constraints persist, with imports offering limited relief, explains Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.

Why a Ceasefire Won’t Lower Grocery Prices in Canada

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

Food Fraud Is Becoming a Business Model in Canada

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Food fraud in Canada is rising as economic pressures grow, exposing gaps in oversight and raising serious questions about trust in the food system, says Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.

Government Grocery Stores Won’t Fix Food Affordability in Canada

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Dr. Sylvain Charlebois explains why government grocery stores won’t work in Canada and what can actually improve food affordability.

Food Prices Reshape Easter Dinner in Canada in 2026

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