Consumers are increasingly purchasing private-label products at grocery stores to save money, with grocers investing more in their store-branded offerings. Studies indicate that many shoppers no longer perceive store brands as inferior to name brands in terms of quality. Metro’s senior director for private-label products notes that private brands are evolving beyond mere knockoffs, marking a significant shift in consumer perceptions and shopping habits.
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Tom Longboat run cancelled by Six Nations after family decries local cannabis industry
SummaryThe immediate family of legendary Haudenosaunee runner Tom Longboat has announced their decision not to participate in the annual run named in his honor while the cannabis industry continues to operate on Six Nations of the Grand River land. This event, which has been held for the past 25 years, was scheduled for today. The family's stance highlights ongoing tensions regarding land use and the impact of cannabis businesses on their community. Full Article
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