Grocery industry's new code of conduct takes full effect on Jan. 1Code is intended to promote fair dealings between grocers and their suppliers, including the application of penalties and fees. 25 top reads in 2025Don't miss out! Here are the major news and feature stories that grabbed readers' attention and shaped convenience, gas and car wash throughout the year. An open letter to Santa from the convenience industry As an industry, we’ve worked hard to become the most responsible retail channel in the country, and we are proud of that honour. Inflation steady at 2.2% in November despite grocery price hike While some prices have fallen, rising grocery prices continue to pinch Canadian’s wallets. Bank of Canada leaves key interest rate unchanged at 2.25% Bank of Canada’s Tiff Macklem says inflationary pressures continue to be contained despite some added costs related to tariffs. Bank of Canada expected to hold key rate, move to sidelines after an uncertain 2025 The Bank of Canada lowered its key rate by a quarter point four times this year. Average family expected to spend $994 more on food next year: report The growth in food prices next year is expected even as trade-related price pressures continue to decrease. Canada’s economy rebounds in third quarter with 2.6% growth Exports edged up 0.2% in the three months from July to September, coming off a steep drop from April to June. Imperial Tobacco Canada congratulates provincial governments for tackling contraband tobacco Alberta and Ontario praised for their efforts to curb illicit tobacco traffic. Deal reached to allow grocers to avoid accepting beer and wine empties Deal averts a potential death knell for the Ontario Deposit Return Program. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
