Industry News
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
Associations
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
Canadian Associations
Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG) | The CFIG is a non-profit trade association founded in 1962 which continues to be a collaborative community, equipping and enabling independent, franchised and specialty grocers for sustainable success. Check out the News page.
Canadian Grocer | Canadian Grocer provides trusted, timely information on important issues, trends, innovations and products.
Convenience Industry Council of Canada (CICC) | The CICC is a national, not-for-profit council that unites our members who put the needs of the customer first. The four pillars of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada are Advocacy, Research and Education, Responsible Retailing and Events and Awards; all with a focus on serving our industry customers. Check out the News page. Check out the News page.
Independence Retail Grocers Association | The Independent Retail Grocers Association is a non-profit organization uniting independent IGA and Sobeys Franchisees in Western Canada. Its mission is to instill a sense of unity throughout the membership by providing a medium of support and connection.
Retail Council of Canada (RCC) | RCC is a not-for-profit, industry-funded association representing more than 43,000 store fronts of all retail formats across Canada, including department, specialty, discount, and independent stores, and online merchants.
International Associations
National Grocers Association (NGA) | The NGA is the US national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry.
Magazines & Trade Journals
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for business planning. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
Canadian Grocer | The top grocery industry magazine covering Canada. Subscribe to their print magazine or view online content.
Grocery Business Magazine | Grocery Business Magazine is Canada's best source of information for the grocery business industry.
Grocery Dive | Grocery Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping the grocery industry.
Grocery Insight | Grocery Insight is your destination for category analysis, retailer insight and recent happenings in the grocery marketplace.
Progressive Grocer | This magazine offers authoritative, comprehensive, relevant, research-based editorial content on the grocery industry and need-to-know news. Print magazine published 12 times per year, or check out their online content.
Supermarket News | A US-based weekly trade magazine for the food distribution industry. The publication's readership includes retailers, manufacturers, brokers, analysts, association executives. and others connected to the industry.
Consultant & Other Websites
MarketWatch - Industry Analyzer | The Industries section contains current data on Dow Jones Industry Sectors. Aggregate data as well as company-specific data is available.
PriceWaterhouse Coopers Canada (PwC) | Global consultancy firm that produces reports on the state of various industries.
Firsthand | A free source of industry information. Use the Industry Profiles to research growing industries and best industries by major, and Company Rankings and Profiles to find news, company information, and industry-specific sample professions. Basic monthly membership is free and offers access to blogs, discussion forums, and job listings.
Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre | This free resource created by the Vancouver Public Library is an online and in-person resource that helps newcomers to Canada find information to get a job, explore different careers or start a business.
Blogs & Discussion Forums
Retail Council of Canada (RCC) | RCC is a not-for-profit, industry-funded association representing more than 43,000 store fronts of all retail formats across Canada, including department, specialty, discount, and independent stores, and online merchants. Take a look at their list of podcasts here.
Produce Talks Podcast | Produced by the Canadian Produce Marketing Association, this monthly podcast explores current issues and the latest news in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, including new research, industry trends, innovations and much more.
The Buyer’s Desk Podcast | Hosted by INFRA's Promotions Program Manager, Christ Sorensen, and Director of Member Programs, Angela Bozo, this podcast brings together the diverse folks who make the natural and organic foods industry what it is.
National Grocers Association (NGA) | The NGA is the US national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. NGA’s blog is regularly updated with current events affecting the grocery industry.
Grocery Insight | Grocery Insight is your destination for category analysis, retailer insight and recent happenings in the grocery marketplace. Check out their regularly updated blog here.
Grocery Pulse Podcast | GroceryPulse posts a new episode each month with insights, interviews, and industry updates in the world of grocery analytics.
Grocer Pod | Grocer Pod keeps retailers up to date on everything going on in the grocery world. Expect to hear from category experts, about marketing trends, as well as discussion of new trends.
World Grocery Forum | The World Grocery Forum (WGF) is the premier gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from the grocery, retail sector and CPG brands across the world. This event serves as a platform for discussing the latest advancements, trends, and challenges shaping the future of the grocery industry worldwide.
TIP: As with all sources, news articles and blogs should be carefully evaluated. For information on how to evaluate your information, watch video tutorial Module Five: Using Information Responsibly.