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The notion of compelling competitors to divulge sensitive pricing data is baffling. Such an approach contradicts the very essence of a competitive marketplace.
Op/Ed, Opinion

Opinion: Let’s give the grocery theatrics a rest in 2024

Grocers made convenient punching bags, but that’s not how solutions are found

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In an era when food inflation has become a contentious political issue, it’s tempting for politicians to target the grocery industry. Sadly, that’s exactly what transpired in our country this year, and it was both absurd and embarrassing. The government and Parliament relentlessly hounded grocers, drowning out the opportunity for Canadians to truly comprehend the
“We’ve had a massive trading down in food choices in Canada over the past year, mostly from February to October. That is stabilizing now.” – Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University.
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Report sees Canadian food inflation abating through 2024

Project lead Sylvain Charlebois sees return to inflation “sweet spot” by year-end

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Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian food prices are expected to rise between 2.5 and 4.5 per cent in 2024, according to a new report. “It is probable that Canadians will continue to experience the strain of food inflation compounded by increasing costs of housing, energy and various other expenditures,” says Canada’s Food Price Report 2024, an
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Canadian food inflation to slow through 2024, report says

More certainty has brought an uptick in grocer promotions, but consumers are struggling

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Canadian food prices are expected to rise between 2.5 and 4.5 per cent in 2024, according to a new report. “It is probable that Canadians will continue to experience the strain of food inflation compounded by increasing costs of housing, energy and various other expenditures,” according to Canada’s Food Price Report 2024.
"What is the number one issue affecting families right now? Food prices. Inflation..." – Sylvain Charlebois.
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Manitoba lags national foodservice recovery

Keystone province sees provincial sales decrease, says FCC

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Food service sales in 2023 have been steady compared to 2022 in all provinces except Manitoba, which saw a drop of one percent, says a report from Farm Credit Canada. The report says sales in 2023 are back to pre-pandemic levels but below the pre-pandemic trend in most cases. Alberta leads all Canadian provinces with
Since Ottawa has paused the carbon tax for heating oil, a compelling case can be made for examining the impact on our entire food supply.
Op/Ed, Opinion

Opinion: Carbon tax makes Canadian food production less competitive

Recent claims that the carbon tax has little effect are poorly thought out

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The federal government has put a hold on the carbon tax applied to heating oil for the next three years and announced a doubling of the rural supplement in the carbon tax rebate program. In mere minutes, Ottawa transformed the carbon tax into a negotiable political lightning rod and lent credence to carbon tax critics.
While grocers have long supported food banks and various charitable causes, these endeavours often lack conspicuous promotion. Conversely, fair trade stands out as a visible, transparent, trusted and trustworthy option…
Op/Ed, Opinion

Opinion: Consumers still shelling out for fair trade

Fair-trade products are typically less popular when food prices rise but this time, it’s different

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October marks Fair Trade Month even as the cost of food remains high, so the question arises: why celebrate fair trade when many of its products come with a price premium? Given our collective concerns on sustainability and social justice for the globe’s farmers, however, it is imperative that we talk about it. While fair-trade
Editorial: Count your garden blessings
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Editorial: Count your garden blessings

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A little under a year ago, I wrote that sticker shock at the grocery till was putting more emphasis on garden produce. From firsthand experience, I talked about dusting off my preserving skills. We in the Stockford house made gallons upon gallons of salsa, juice, cider, jelly and a variety of soups, all carefully canned
The plea proves the price-fixing scheme did exist, which could prompt admissions by others suspected of being part of it.
Comment, Op/Ed

Comment: Show me the money

Canada Bread penalty raises questions about criminal fines

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Canada Bread Company agreed to pay a $50 million fine after pleading guilty to fixing the price of bread earlier this year. This fine is the highest ever imposed for a cartel offence in Canada. Canada Bread’s plea deal is a significant development in the ongoing investigation by the Competition Bureau into an alleged conspiracy.
As Canada’s competition watchdog, the Competition Bureau can review mergers to determine if they will be harmful to competitiveness. But since its introduction in 1986, it has only challenged 18 mergers and has never won a challenge on final judgment.
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Comment: Lack of competition makes for sick market

Increasing monopoly power poses a threat to Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery

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Canada is grappling with a significant economic issue: market concentration. A select few corporations dominate key sectors, leading to reduced competition, rising prices and limited purchase options for consumers. Canada’s grocery industry is a prime example. A recent report from the Competition Bureau found that lack of competition in the grocery sector is resulting in

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