Supply Chain

A key passageway essential for global energy supply.

Artificial intelligence, store safety, alcohol and low-alcohol beverages, future fuels and consumer trends were among the key themes on Day 1 at the conference.

Rising oil prices can lead to higher freight rates, increased fuel costs and higher food prices.

Food consumption for Canadian products was up 2% last year, while American products were down 2%.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency is conducting a food safety investigation that could result in additional recalls.

Uncertainty continues around how the attacks on Iran and Middle East instability will affect the economy.

Investment of $1.67 million will fund construction of a new manufacturing facility in Dufferin County, northwest of Toronto.

Retailer sees agentic AI shopping—where AI assists people in researching, comparing and buying products—as a natural evolution of how customers want to shop.