Quebec

An open letter initiated by Retail Council of Canada was published in La Presse last Saturday, highlighting the economic impact of interprovincial trade barriers. The letter underscores how these re...Learn More

The government is introducing new regulations under Bill 29, The Act to Fight Planned Obsolescence and Promote Product Durability. The draft regulations provide further details on key obliga...Learn More

The introduction of Bill 85 marks a pivotal moment for Quebec retailers, easing regulatory constraints and offering pharmacy operators and grocers more flexibility to meet customer demands. Key chan...Learn More

Starting February 3, 2025, the price of consumer milk in Québec will increase by 1.15%, following a decision from the Régie des marchés agricoles et alimentaires du Québec (RMAAQ). This adjustment...Learn More

Montreal, November 28, 2024 – The Quebec government has announced a postponement of the expansion of the deposit system for glass (alcohol) and cardboard (juice and milk) containers. While a challen...Learn More

Quebec Environment Minister Benoit Charrette has introduced Bill 81 (Omnibus 2024), proposing significant changes to environmental laws. Key updates include advancing zero-emission heavy-duty vehicle...Learn More

Several labour disputes across Canada are causing disruptions to the economy just before the holidays. Santo Ligotti, with the Retail Council of Canada, joins Miranda Anthistle to break down the impac...Learn More

Attention Retailers, HR Leaders, and Hiring Managers: The Quebec government has suspended the regular skilled worker program (more than 25,000 people settled in Quebec in 2023, out of a total of 53...Learn More

Luc L’Archevêque joins RCC President and CEO Diane J. Brisebois for an in-person interview to discuss the current grocery landscape, emerging trends, product assortment, and more....Learn More

The clause-by-clause study of Bill 72 concluded on October 23, 2024 with a significant victory for retailers. In response to Conseil canadien du commerce de détail’s request, the minister and parli...Learn More