Canadian grocery code reaches major milestoneProposed code now highlights the process for resolving disputes and imposing sanctions for food suppliers and retailers. 2023 CEMA Conference highlightsThe 2023 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference took place in Toronto last week. Activist investor puts pressure on Parkland Fuel, criticizes business practices Engine Capital LP has also been pushing the c/gas operator and retailer to sell its B.C. refinery. Quebec proposes new ban on vaping, industry associations react in big way Read the open letter from the CICC and comments from the CVA. Minnesota is latest to settle with e cigarette maker Juul Juul says deal is one step closer to the "total resolution of the company's past." Contraband and crime The clock is ticking and governments need to act. NDP aim to prevent liquor bills from passing in Manitoba The Opposition New Democrats say they plan to use procedural rules to prevent liquor sales in new retail stores. Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 4.5% The central bank once again held its key interest rate steady this week and bumped its growth forecast for 2023. Juul Labs to pay US$462 million in U.S. settlement The vape-product manufacturer will pay six states for its role in the youth vaping surge. Grocery's power imbalance has politicians, shoppers questioning rising prices Mom-and-pop style business is increasingly rare in Canada's highly consolidated market. First Previous 39 40 41 42 43 Next Last