Lianne Rood at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Committee

On February 6th, 2024. See this statement in context.

February 6th, 2024 / 11:15 a.m.

Conservative

Lianne Rood Conservative Lambton—Kent—Middlesex, ON

I'm continuing with the grocery code of conduct, perhaps with Ms. Brisebois or Mr. Littler.

Back in December, we had some of the grocery retailers here, and it's my understanding that your organization represents some of the grocers, including Sobeys, Metro, Loblaws and Walmart. Loblaws and Walmart are the only two of the big five grocers that are holding out and have yet to sign on to the grocery code of conduct right now. I asked this question of the Loblaws CEO when he appeared before this committee before Christmas.

I'm wondering if you could tell us where the Retail Council of Canada stands on the issue of supply for independent grocers.

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