Canada’s grocery code of conduct is set to take effect on Jan. 1, a move meant to bring “fairness” to the grocery supply chain. But what will the change mean for shoppers dealing with the ever-rising cost of food?
The Canada grocery code of conduct aims to level the playing field for suppliers and smaller retailers by providing guidelines for fair negotiations.
While one of the code’s architects says Canadians shouldn’t expect an “overnight” change in food prices when it takes effect, here’s a look at what the code is, and its potential impact on shoppers.
What Is the Code?
The Canada grocery code of conduct serves as a voluntary framework designed to promote fair dealings, transparency, and predictability within the grocery supply chain….