Attention Employers with operations in Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba:  Effective October 1, 2024, the minimum wage in all three provinces will increase. Also see Retail Council of...Learn More

Attention grocery retailers in Quebec: On September 12, the Minister of Justice launched Bill 72 to change the rules regarding price labelling. The bill introduces new requirements for grocery re...Learn More

Attention all retailers: The Canada Employment Insurance Commission has announced the 2025 Employment Insurance (EI) premium rate. The rate is set at $1.64 per $100 of insurable earnings for...Learn More

Air Canada and its pilot union reached a critical agreement on Sunday, avoiding a potentially damaging labour disruption. A work stoppage at Canada’s largest airline would have impacted retailers in...Learn More

In this episode, Meet Carson Arthur and hear about his journey from a media personality to an independent small retailer, launching Carson’s Garden & Market in Prince Edward County. Carson share...Learn More

Attention employers and HR leaders: Nova Scotia’s new bill adds five unpaid sick days for general illness and up to 27 weeks for serious illness, aligning with federal EI benefits. RCC collaborated...Learn More

Attention all voters in British Columbia:  As the provincial election approaches on Saturday, October 19, 2024, retail issues are key! Visit Retail Council of Canada Vote Retail BC page to explore...Learn More

Attention retailers in textiles and apparel: California is set to make history with a groundbreaking Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for textiles, with key decisions expected by Septe...Learn More

Attention retailers who must report on PFAS: The US Environmental Protection Agency has extended its reporting deadline to January 2026. However, Canada’s deadline remains firm—reports are du...Learn More

Attention members who report under the Supply Chains Act: Public Safety Canada is seeking comments from RCC on the implementation of the Supply Chains Act (formerly Bill S-211) and its&...Learn More