Small grocers embrace Ottawa’s national food security strategy (opens original article in a new tab)

Independent grocers in Canada welcome Ottawa's national food security strategy, which includes $3 billion in investments over 10 years to boost competition, support local produce, and improve affordability by expanding food infrastructure.

• Federal government's national food security strategy aims to boost competition among grocers and improve consumer affordability.
• Over $3 billion in investments over 10 years includes $1 billion for infrastructure like food terminals and hubs.
• Small grocers hope to buy directly from manufacturers through expanded food hubs, reducing reliance on wholesalers.