
Market Chatter: Grocery Industry's New Code of Conduct To Take Full Effect on Jan. 1

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The voluntary grocery code of conduct in Canada will fully take effect on January 1, 2026. This code aims to ensure fair dealings between grocers and suppliers, introducing penalties and fees for violations. It includes a governance model and a dispute resolution process for complaints. The initiative, prompted by contentious fees and high food inflation, has seen major grocers like Empire, Loblaw, Metro, Walmart Canada, and Costco Canada formally register. An annual report on sector trends will also be released starting in 2026.

