Quebec consumers group reaches deal with Pharmaprix over Optimum points lawsuit
The group filed a class-action against Pharmaprix in 2010 seeking compensation. Continue reading
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Loblaw could offset higher costs from minimum wage hikes in Ont., Alta. with 0.4% price increase: CIBC report
The grocery store operator also said it expects healthcare reform in Quebec to negatively impact its net earnings. Continue reading
Costco, Walmart losing some ground to traditional grocers in Canadian food sales
“You’re not going to win on price alone.” Continue reading
Loblaw grocery stores’ debit payment system down
At least one store in Toronto, near Lower Sherbourne Street and Queens Quay East, had signs warning customers to their electronic payment systems were down. Continue reading
Grocery giant Loblaw to open 30 new stores, plans to upgrade over 500 others
The grocery and pharmacy giant said the investment includes the continued roll out of its Click & Collect e-commerce, improved health and wellness services, and the inclusion of fresh food at select Shoppers Drug Mart locations. Continue reading
Police seeking male suspect after sexual assault in Toronto grocery store
Toronto Police are searching for a male suspect after a 70-year-old woman was sexually assaulted at a grocery store. Continue reading
Brossard’s Panama bus terminal welcomes 550 new parking spots
The AMT Panama bus station in Brossard has made 550 free parking spots available to commuters. Continue reading
Surveillance video from Jayme Pasieka murder trial shows knife purchase just before stabbings
By Fletcher Kent Reporter
New surveillance video shows man identified as Jayme Pasieka buying two knives shortly before deadly stabbing spree. Continue reading
Galen G. Weston takes over as CEO of George Weston Ltd.
The younger Weston will also remain chairman and CEO of the company’s largest subsidiary, Loblaw Companies Ltd., which also owns Shoppers Drug Mart. Continue reading
Greater Vancouver Food Bank suffering from historically low supply of food
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The problem, they say, doesn’t stem from an increase in demand, but rather a lack of supply. They say people just aren’t giving as much as they have in the past. Continue reading
