Canada

The federal beverage alcohol duty was set to increase by 6.3% on March 2023, which would have forced some bars and restaurants out of business. However, the federal government decided to cap the increase at 2% on April 2023, which will stay in place…

Cannabis sales growth is being driven by adult-use cannabis, with a growing user base linked to the illicit market, growing social acceptance and fair pricing. Heightened consumer stress as a result for inflation is also encouraging growing use,…

Off-trade volume sales declined in 2023 due to ongoing negative public perceptions around carbonates. Rising health consciousness has led consumers to shift towards healthier options such as sparkling bottled water and RTD tea juices. This trend has…

As in dog food, the trend towards premium and natural offerings continued in cat food in Canada at the end of the review period. Owners increasingly look for high-quality, whole-food ingredients and specialised diets for their cats. Importantly, they…

Growth continues to slow for charge cards in Canada in 2023, with the category’s relevance fading rapidly. One reason is lack of availability, with American Express morphing many of its charge cards into the realm of traditional credit cards. For the…