How changing demographics and tastes are shaping Canada's grocery storesChanging customer tastes are apparent in conventional stores too, where the so-called international aisle isn’t always enough to meet demand anymore. Conagra Brands reports a return to growth in second quarter results for fiscal 2025Consumers prioritizing affordability and value when it comes to their spending. Conagra Brands introduces GLP-1 friendly bagels on select Healthy Choice products GLP-1 friendly products will debut in the United States and in major grocery retailers. 2024 C-store IQ: Foodservice Report Foodvenience means any time is meal time for convenience store shoppers. Rabba Fine Foods continues to expand with Tim Hortons Community grocer now offers the restaurant chain’s full menu at its Asquith Avenue market. Fast food 'value war' to last into 2025 as consumer appetite for deals heats up Foodservice providers, QSRs turning to promotions to keep cost-conscious customers coming back. Canada Bread owner sues Maple Leaf over alleged bread price-fixing Maple Leaf is suing Grupo Bimbo and Canada Bread for defamation, saying allegations are unfounded. What’s trending in food and snack flavours As demographics are changing across the country, flavour profiles are rapidly evolving. Three important flavours on the rise are honey, spicy, and dill pickle. Liberals, NDP pass bill to enact two-month GST holiday in House of Commons Two-month tax break covers dozens of items, including children's clothes and toys, video games and catered meals, wine, beer, candy and snacks. Tried and true: Convenience-gas operators turn to QSRs for turnkey foodservice solutions From burgers to subs, pizza and Mexican fare, a flurry of QSRs are partnering with high-profile chains in what experts say is a win-win. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
