Farm Boy Fresh-Market Growth Accelerates With 10 New Ontario Locations

December 16, 2019 Farm Boy

“We’ve delivered a world-class fresh-market shopping experience for 38 years,” said Jeff York, co-CEO, Farm Boy. “Our in-store experience and fresh food offering continues to evolve with our customers and get stronger with each store we open. We’re delighted to see how well our offer continues to resonate with our customers. ”

Ahold Delhaize USA Announces Three-Year, $ 480M Investment to Transform Supply Chain for Future

December 16, 2019 Ahold Delhaize USA

The investment supports a strategy to transition the supply chain network into a fully-integrated, self-distribution model. The move includes the acquisition of three warehouse assets from C&S Wholesale Grocers and new leases on another two facilities.

Albertsons Companies and Takeoff Technologies Develop Strategic Partnership Focused on the Future of Grocery E-Commerce

December 16, 2019 Albertsons Companies

Albertsons Companies and Takeoff Technologies are teaming up to collaborate on the future of grocery micro-fulfillment centers (MFC). The two companies have decided to form a strategic partnership with dedicated teams to collaborate on the evolution of microfulfillment capabilities to drive the future of e-commerce order fulfillment.

Empire’s Family of Brands Rolls Out Sensory Friendly Shopping to More than 450 Stores Across The Country

December 16, 2019 Empire Company Limited

Empire’s family of brands is redefining how Canadians shop by rolling out weekly Sensory Friendly Shopping hours at more than 450 stores Canada-wide. The new, more inclusive shopping hours will be offered in Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Thrifty Foods, Foodland and FreshCo stores.

UNFI Reaches Definitive Agreements to Sell 13 Shoppers Food Stores

December 16, 2019 United Natural Foods

In connection with the sale transactions, Shoppers intends to wind down operations at these locations, including the sale of any remaining inventory and closure of the stores prior to reopening under other banners.