Higher chocolate prices part of wider trend as climate, other factors disrupt supplyWhat does this mean for the confection business? Shell agrees to divest some western assets to get Comp Bureau approval on Empire deal Move will help grow its retail fuel footprint. 'Our turnaround is now complete': Empire completes multi-year overhaul Sobeys parent also owns the Needs c-store brand and 350 retail fuel stations. Shell Canada purchases 56 retail gas sites from Sobeys' parent company Deal is part of long-term plan to grow its network in preparation for energy transition. 2022 Star Women in Convenience winner: Jacynthe Poulin Shining Star Product of the Year Canada announces 2022 winners The largest consumer survey of product innovation reveals winners in 35 categories, including several convenience industry standouts. Theft rising, shoplifters more aggressive: Tips to deter crime Some retailers have changed their approach to focus on deterring theft, rather than prosecution. Sobeys sees structural shift in food consumption toward grocery away from restaurants "Where we've had unavoidable price increases, we see customers sometimes substituting products within their basket.'' Canada's big three grocers see shifting shopping habits as pandemic restrictions ease An increasing number of shoppers are shopping around for promotions over simply convenience. 'We're bullish but we're realists too:' Empire prepares for more stable grocery sales Through wholly-owned subsidiary Sobeys Inc., the company operates fuel and c-stores. First Previous 1 2 3 Next Last
