Maxi grocery expanding beyond QuébecCaraquet, New Brunswick will be the home of Loblaw's popular discount banner. Grocers ramp up ready-made meals as Canadians balance convenience and costsGrocers diversifying offerings to capture budget-conscious Canadians. Loblaw announces it will spend up to $10 billion to open new stores and renovate others Company to open 80 new stores and renovate 300 grocery and pharmacy locations. Loblaw Companies reports Q3 profit up from year ago, revenue also higher Chief executive says increased consumer traffics demonstrates “we are delivering the value, quality and service our customers count on." Candy Can Zero sugar soda. Big global brands drove supplier prices higher in second quarter Canada’s grocery giants have blamed suppliers and CPG companies for rising food costs, but Q2 earnings were up for major grocers.
