December 3, 2024

RCC anticipated that new requirements for retailers selling long knifes (over 30 cm blades) and machetes will be required to adhere to new requirements as of January 2025. While theoretically applicable to all new sales, including online, in practical terms, brick and mortar retailers will be expected to put impacted inventory behind lock and will … Continued

December 3, 2024

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)’s fifth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) did not reach an agreement on a global treaty to address plastic pollution, with key issues such as funding, enforcement, and phased reduction strategies remaining unresolved. Delegates committed to further discussions on outstanding issues, which will occur at INC-5.2 (date TBC). The intent is still … Continued

December 3, 2024

The Canada Post strike has entered its third week, causing significant harm to the retail sector—particularly to small and medium-sized businesses. With talks stalled and no intervention from the Minister of Labour, Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is driving action on multiple fronts. RCC continues to engage directly with government officials, issue strong public statements, … Continued