CCPA article: How public grocery stores could work in Canada
Posted: January 15, 2026
Categories: GoodFoodBites
A recent article published by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) looks at how ‘How public grocery stores could work in Canada‘, written by Raj Patel, Aaron Vansintjan, Anna Paskal and Errol Schweizer.
“A close look at international approaches and retail economics points to some helpful facts and lessons,” the article states. “Millions of people are already shopping at public grocery chains in Mexico and the United States. Our analysis shows that a public grocery network across Canada could save families approximately 30-45 per cent off their grocery bill depending on where they live, the price tag is reasonable, and our governments have the experience to make it work.”
Read the full article here, and please share it widely, including with your MP!