The new Grocery Code of Conduct should benefit both Canadians and the food industry

The code is meant to address long-standing issues in the industry, including grocery retailers imposing large fee increases on suppliers without notice

US shoppers face grocery shortages

Shortages have grown more acute in recent weeks as new problems – like the fast-spreading omicron variant and severe weather – have piled on to the supply chain struggles and labour shortages

E-commerce returns plague retailers this season

How returns cost your business and how to manage them

Five trends shaping last mile delivery in 2022

Retailers undergoing a digital transformation to focus more on e-commerce need to look at new ways to ensure prompt delivery and provide a high level of customer service

Christmas not so sweet for candy makers

Visions of sugar plums have turned into visions of snarled supply chains for some Canadian candy companies this holiday season

Supply issues hurting small businesses at Christmas

A consumer try to shop local, products are stuck in transit

Imported booze may be in short supply this holiday

Canada is facing alcohol shortages ahead of the holidays due to supply chain issues, a situation prompting some provincial liquor authorities to urge customers to shop early – or be prepared to try a new libation

US shipping reform bill passes first legislative hurdle

Shippers applaud, ocean carriers decry new law

Black Friday discounts depend on retailers’ supply chain savvy

A divide has emerged between big and small retailers this Black Friday

Ontario retailers feel effects of BC closures

Retailers expecting delays as a result of the shutdowns caused by massive flooding in British Columbia