I was fascinated to learn that The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations was the first modern international trade show, held in London in 1851. Commonly known as the “Great Exhibition,” it was organized by a Royal Commission to showcase the pinnacle of industrial and technological achievement from around the globe. […]
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It’s impressive to reflect on how grocery shopping has changed over time. When I was younger, it only took a five-minute drive to the local Dominion store since there was limited competition, private labels had not been introduced\, and health-conscious eating wasn’t a factor for shoppers. The approach to grocery shopping during the 1960s and […]
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I feel this quote from the CEO of Dollarama speaks candidly of the Canadian grocery shopper: “At some moments, it seems resilient, at others it seems fragile, so it’s really hard at this point to draw any trends on the health of the Canadian consumer.” Neil Rossy, CEO, Dollarama, September 2025 Global food prices have […]
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This past June, I celebrated my ninth wedding anniversary with my wife, Teresa. I still vividly recall our first date at an Irish bar in Toronto, where she ordered a Guinness. It was at that moment that an emotional connection for myself was forged, as I do not know many women who drink Guinness. This […]
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The global food industry is currently navigating unprecedented challenges. Since the pandemic, the food inflationary environment has significantly impacted food brands, particularly in terms of customer brand loyalty and the notable shift towards more affordable or private label alternatives. In the United States, 71.7% of consumers view a brand less favorably following a price increase, […]
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