Grocery Wars

The popularity of plant-based foods has become a global phenomenon. Global sales are projected to top $74B by 2027 growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.9% from 2020.[i] Plant-based sales in Canada hit $1.7B for the 52-week ending September 15, 2018.[ii] Plant-based proteins in Canada growing 250% faster than animal proteins (+7% […]

The family food menu today is more complex than it was growing up. Back then it was common to wake up to a hearty breakfast that included a glass of orange juice, cereal, and a cup of coffee, double cream, double sugar. Oh, how times have changed. Consumers are now more concerned with healthier food […]

Since 1981 when the chips are down and consumers are experiencing tough times, Food Banks have been there to ensure Canadians always have a meal on the table. The first food bank opened their doors in the city of Edmonton under the umbrella of “The Canadian Association of Food Banks”. They changed their name to […]

Getting listed in Canada’s grocery sector is an accomplishment in itself. Especially given in 2018, Canadian grocers delisted more products than new products they listed. Though some may tend to disagree with me, I feel the greatest challenge smaller brands face in this sector is “Staying Listed”. Staying listed in the sense the brand has […]

COVID-19 has changed consumer shopping habits for the foreseeable future. This is especially true in the grocery sector. Dalhousie Universities’ spring study revealed that only 24% of Canadians felt comfortable with the idea of in-store grocery shopping.[i] In addition, there has being a surge in online food sales. This is significant given before COVID-19, Canadians […]