As I grew up it was it was not uncommon for my Mom to go grocery shopping at our local Dominion, A&P or IGA. Oh, how times have changed. First, these 3 iconic grocery banners have been bought out by Metro or Sobeys (note: IGA franchisees exist in Quebec) and second most consumers are now […]
Read More ›The evolution of dual careers has given rise to our ever-escalating “on-the-go” lifestyles. With both Husband and Wife enjoying full-time careers, this leaves them little time to plan for their evening dinner. This has given rise to the new phenomenon in the food sector – Meal Kits. So, what is a meal kit, what is […]
Read More ›Plants have been a staple household item for many years. Yet a different plant sector is emerging with consumers – Plant Based Foods, a sector that for the past two (2) years has been identified as a food trend to watch for. So, what is plant based food, what are category sales, what are the […]
Read More ›The popularity and growth of Dollar Stores in this country is a story for the ages. First introduced into the Canadian market more than 30 years ago, selling discount greeting cards and gift wrap, today they have become Canada’s fastest growing grocery channel. So, who are Canada’s leading Dollar Store chains, why have consumers turned […]
Read More ›Like a stealth plane that can fly virtually undetected, the Kosher food market has carved a significant niche for itself with little or no fanfare. So exactly, what is Kosher, how big is the market and what are the implications for food brands? This week I had the pleasure to interview Mr. Kalman Emanuel – […]
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Read More ›The Millennial Mom has arrived and manufacturers and grocers should take note. Entering their third decade and commencing their own families, these moms are reshaping the way brands reach out to them. So who is this mom, and how do they shop? The Millennial Mom The Millennial Mom is defined as being between the […]
Read More ›This past week I had the pleasure of attending Food and Beverage Ontario AGM and Conference. Food and Beverage Ontario is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the interests of Ontario’s food and beverage processors. The conferences title: Navigating the Road to Success – Innovation, Consumer Trends and the Future of Ontario Food. Their 3 […]
Read More ›For years, the primary family grocery shopper has usually been the female head of the household. No surprise, especially in the 60’s and 70’s, when most women were stay at home moms. Yet, as women have forged their own careers, to the surprise of many, there hasn’t been more emphasis placed on the male grocery […]
Read More ›In 2009, Canada and the global markets encountered a recession that resembled the great depression of the 1940’s. Though jobs were lost and many private sector employees had their salaries frozen or cut back, out of all G7 countries, Canada weathered the storm the best due to our strong banking system. During this same period, […]
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