Innovation and insatiable consumer demand for better-for-you options, bold flavours and blasts from the past are turning gummy candy into a grown-up, deliciously lucrative category.
Senior deputy governor Carolyn Rogers said the Bank of Canada wants to be sure it is working to get a better grasp on where price pressures are heading.
From GLP-1-driven snacking trends to social impact initiatives, EV charging and foodservice innovation, Day 2 sessions explored the forces reshaping convenience and fuel retail.
Busy schedules, screen habits and casual eating routines are reshaping when and where Canadians eat, creating opportunities for snack and grab-and-go sales.
