Sylvain Charlebois discusses the transformative landscape of the food and beverage industry, emphasizing key trends shaped by technology, evolving consumer preferences, and sustainability concerns.
Sylvain Charlebois says we must balance the need for sustainability with the realities of our interconnected global food supply chain, recognizing that a comprehensive approach and respectful collaboration will yield the most fruitful results.
Younger consumers have different priorities than previous generations according to Sylvain Charlebois, and it's having an impact on foodservice and grocery retail in this country.
A majority of Canadians polled in a survey are unhappy with their restaurant experiences amid higher menu prices, while operators struggle with insurmountable costs, says Sylvain Charlebois.
Popular treats come in smaller portions, exacerbated by the rising cost of production due to factors like soaring cocoa prices and labor disputes. Despite these challenges, many Canadians are expected to increase their overall Halloween spending, with a focus on costumes, says Sylvain Charlebois.
Food inflation in Canada has decreased to 5.9 percent, but there is widespread skepticism among Canadians about the reliability of this data, with many relying on their instincts rather than official statistics. This skepticism is fuelled by recent events says Sylvain Charlebois.
Sylvain Charlebois says that the surging demand for weight-control drugs is also causing a noticeable shift in the food industry as consumers buy fewer groceries.
Sylvain Charlebois discusses a new study that sheds light on how Canadians are diversifying their shopping destinations, opting for store brands, and making dietary compromises to navigate the complexities of higher food prices while prioritizing their nutritional well-being.
The Competition Bureau is considering banning exclusive use clauses in commercial leases for grocery stores to increase competition and lower food prices, but experts disagree.
Sylvain Charlebois discusses California's decision to raise the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $20 per hour, which has ignited a debate about the potential consequences including increased automation and the overall transformation of the fast-food industry.
French supermarket chain Carrefour has labeled products impacted by reduced size, and similar measures may be adopted in Canada to enhance transparency in food pricing, says Sylvain Charlebois.
Sylvain Charlebois says that concerns are being raised about potential increases to food losses and food prices, while at the same time Canada's unique logistical and trade realities are being overlooked.
Sylvain Charlebois says that Canada relies more on corporate goodwill, with a less proactive approach to antitrust concerns -- but as Canadians become more concerned about food pricing, the country may need to reevaluate its approach to foster competition in the food sector.
Sylvain Charlebois says that Dollarama's unique business model with low operational costs and strong supplier-retailer relationships is revolutionizing affordable grocery shopping in Canada, while challenging traditional grocery store norms.
Sylvain Charlebois says that Amazon's foray into the grocery sector has fallen short, leaving Canadians awaiting a formidable entrant capable of reshaping the grocery industry landscape.
Sylvain Charlebois says that the acquisition aims to rejuvenate Subway's fortunes, grappling with declining sales, public relations challenges, and franchisee concerns, presenting a bold opportunity for transformation under Roark's strategic direction.
Sylvain Charlebois says tastes and habits are changing among Canadians for a variety of reasons, and that at the same time alcohol isn't going anywhere.
The outcome of the strike will determine not just how much consumers pay at the checkout, but also the very landscape of the industry itself, says Sylvain Charlebois.
Sylvain Charlebois says that despite this positive trend, there is an intricate interplay of factors impacting food prices, from weather disruptions and supply uncertainties to global events.
The Food Professor says that strike action at Ontario Metro stores will exert a profound influence on other grocery retailers in Canada as unions and employees advocate for their rights.
Sylvain Charlebois discusses the future of grocery and foodservice in Canada's urban cores as foot traffic and spending is down following the pandemic.