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Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct: What Shoppers Should Expect in 2026

Starting in 2026, Canada will officially implement its Grocery Code of Conduct , a landmark agreement designed to reshape the relationship between grocery retailers and their suppliers. While this initiative has been years in the making, many Canadians are wondering what it will mean for their weekly shopping trips. What Is the Grocery Code of Conduct? The code is essentially a set of rules agreed upon by major grocery retailers and suppliers . Its purpose is to ensure fairness, transparency, and predictability in the food supply chain. By establishing clear guidelines, the code aims to reduce disputes, foster collaboration, and strengthen Canada’s food system. Will Prices Go Down? One of the biggest questions for consumers is whether this code will lead to lower grocery bills. Experts caution against expecting dramatic price drops. Instead, the changes will likely be “invisible” to shoppers , focusing more on how retailers and suppliers interact behind the scenes. That said, by r...
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Biden vows to respond after Iranian-backed drone strike kills 3 US troops in Jordan

 


President Joe Biden has vowed to respond after three American troops were killed and dozens more were injured in an overnight drone strike in northeast Jordan near the Syrian border. 

The President blamed Iran-backed militias for the first U.S. fatalities after months of strikes by such groups against American forces across the Middle East amid the Israel-Hamas war. Biden, who was traveling in South Carolina, asked for a moment of silence during an appearance at a Baptist church’s banquet hall. “We had a tough day last night in the Middle East. We lost three brave souls in an attack on one of our bases," he said. After the moment of silence, Biden added, “and we shall respond.” With an increasing risk of military escalation in the region, 

U.S. officials were working to conclusively identify the precise group responsible for the attack, but they have assessed that one of several Iranian-backed groups was behind it. Biden said in a written statement that the United States “will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner (of) our choosing.” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said "we will take all necessary actions to defend the United States, our troops, and our interests.”


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