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Thursday April 13, 2023

April 13, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Thursday April 13, 2023

Grocery Shopping: The New Jewelry Store Experience

September 29, 2022

Move over, Tiffany’s! The hottest place to shop for precious commodities is now your local supermarket. With prices soaring to new heights, Canadians are flocking to grocery chains with the same excitement and anticipation as shopping for gold, diamonds, and expensive gems in a jewelry store.

According to a recent survey by Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, a staggering 30 percent of Canadians believe that grocery chain price gouging is the main culprit behind skyrocketing food prices. It seems that the CEOs of the country’s biggest supermarket chains, Loblaw, Empire, and Metro, have failed to convince the public of their transparency and honesty, with only 25 percent of Canadians trusting their data-sharing efforts. Consumer trust, which is critical for the food industry, has taken a nosedive in recent months, as Canadians grapple with the highest grocery inflation in 40 years, while the profits of these grocery giants hit all-time highs.

But fear not, dear shoppers, for the CEOs of these supermarket chains have reassured us that food inflation is lower in Canada compared to other G7 countries, and that their profit margins are razor-thin. It’s not like they’re raking in massive profits while Canadians struggle to put food on the table, right?

Opinion: What Canadians want in the food sector  

March 8, 2023

In fact, there are many factors at play here, according to the survey. Nearly 30 percent of Canadians also blame monetary and fiscal policies for driving up food prices. How fascinating! Who knew that the world of grocery shopping could be so complex and multi-faceted, akin to the intricate world of precious gems?

And let’s not forget about the lack of competition in the marketplace, which many respondents highlighted as a major driving force behind unreasonable food costs. With only five leading retailers, including the top three grocers, commanding over 75 percent of the market, it’s no wonder Canadians are feeling the pinch. Who needs choices and options anyway? It’s much more exciting to go to the grocery store and pay whatever exorbitant price is slapped on that carton of eggs or loaf of bread.

For small independent grocers, the situation is even bleaker. Rising rent, inflation, and the overwhelming dominance of supermarket chains make it nearly impossible for them to keep up. They are left with no choice but to buy supplies from their competitors, the very same grocery chains that are driving them out of business. Talk about a David versus Goliath situation!

News: One in three Canadians believe grocery store price gouging is the main reason for food price increases: survey  

December 10, 2021

But fear not, dear shoppers, for a Canadian grocery code of conduct is expected to be finalized soon, promising to address the power imbalance caused by consolidation among grocery retailers and promote “fair and ethical dealing” across the supply chain. It remains to be seen whether this code of conduct will truly restore trust within the industry, but hey, a little glimmer of hope is better than nothing, right?

So, the next time you head to the supermarket, be prepared for an exhilarating shopping experience, akin to searching for rare gems in a high-end jewelry store. Who needs affordable and transparent grocery shopping anyway? Happy shopping, and may the odds be ever in your favor! After all, who doesn’t love a little adventure and mystery when it comes to putting food on the table? (AI)

 

Posted in: Canada, International Tagged: 2023-07, affordability, Canada, cost of living, food, groceries, inflation, jewelry, Ontario, shopping, supermarket
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