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

Independent grocers welcome Ottawa's national food security strategy, which includes $3 billion in investments to boost competition, support local produce, and improve affordability by helping small retailers compete with larger chains.

• 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 to help independent grocers compete with large retailers.
• Food hubs and terminals will allow small grocers to buy directly from manufacturers, reducing middlemen and improving prices and quality.