Product of the Year Canada announces 2022 winnersThe largest consumer survey of product innovation reveals winners in 35 categories, including several convenience industry standouts. Canadian milk prices rising faster than inflation: ReportField Agent's semi-annual review shows which retailers are the charging the most and where. Elevating frozen meals The main reasons Canadians turn to unique at-home meal solutions is they’re hungry for new ideas and they want what they prepare to be simple: Mintel. How can your frozen food offering fulfill those needs? 'Layer upon layer of issues': Grocery bills climb as food inflation rate hits 6.5% Higher prices may prompt some Canadians to change their regular grocery purchases in a bid to save money. Canadians say customer service is in decline: Survey Field Agent Canada survey asks how “shrinkflation” and “skimpflation" are impacting the grocery shopping experience Refrigerated snacks are hot Are you ready for the chilled snacking trend? Theft rising, shoplifters more aggressive: Tips to deter crime Some retailers have changed their approach to focus on deterring theft, rather than prosecution. A Valentine’s Day sweet tooth could lead to a spend increase in candy: Survey Candy, cards and food top consumers' shopping lists - is your store ready? 2022 snacking habits present growth opportunities for convenience Research shows consumers’ pandemic-related snacking habits continue to evolve, which means is good news for c-stores and manufacturers. Canada's gasoline prices breaking records as crude oil tops US$90 a barrel North American refinery margins are also at all-time highs. First Previous 46 47 48 49 50 Next Last