In 2015, Canadian Grocer’s annual market survey found that traditional grocery industry in Canada (chain, franchise, major c-store banners and unaffiliated independent grocers) saw total sales rise 2.1% over 2014, reaching more than $91 billion.... Read more
February 18, 2016 – Kelowna, B.C.- Save-On-Foods in Kelowna’s Orchard Plaza officially launched its Wines of British Columbia B.C. VQA Wine section today, becoming the first grocery store in the Okanagan Valley to retail wine that’s made from 10... Read more
With several educational workshops and sessions you’ll be sure to bring back to your store valuable insights on industry trends and relevant topics. Workshop tracks include: MERCHANDISING MARKETING FINANCE POLICY ECOMMERCE – OMNICHAN... Read more
Canadians are using credit cards and smartphones instead of cash to make purchases, according to a new study reports the Globe and Mail. The study by GfK surveyed 1,000 Canadians online and found that credit cards accounted for the majority of t... Read more
February 10, 2016 – Langley, B.C. The Overwaitea Food Group has once again made the list of BC’s Top Employers. The designation comes from the 11th annual BC’s Top Employers competition, which compares British Columbian employers on eight criter... Read more
Register now for Grocery & Specialty Food West 2016! From store tours to educational workshops, to a trade show that is filled with the latest innovations, GSF 2016 is not to be missed. Save money by registering early and taking advantage of... Read more
Independent grocers in Canada are an economic force with their sales accounting for $11.5 billion. This finding and more can be found in the Independent Grocers Economic Impact in Canada study published by the Canadian Federation of Independent... Read more
An important message for those requiring accommodations during Grocery & Specialty Food West! The room allocation for preferred rates that we have with the Pan Pacific, our host hotel, and the alternative hotel Delta Vancouver are now deple... Read more
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