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SECTION I. MARKET SUMMARY 3
Overview 3
Retail Food Channel Growing Steadily 3
Total 2004 Retail Sales by Channel 4
Total Food vs. Retail Sales Growth 4
Consolidation 4
Leading Grocery Groups 4
Food Channel Sub-Sectors 5
Regional Grocery Sales 7
Visible Minority Population in Canada 7
Opportunities and Challenges Facing U.S. Exporters 8
SECTION II. ROAD MAP FOR MARKET ENTRY 8
Overview 8
Market Entry Steps 9
The Distribution Channel 13
A.Supermarkets, Superstores, Club and Warehouse Outlets. 14
B. Convenience Stores and Gas Marts 17
SECTION III. FOOD IMPORTS AND COMPETITION 19
Top Agri-Food Imports, 2004 20
Fruit and Nuts 20
Beverages, Spirits & Vinegar 20
Per Capita Food Consumption in Kgs, 2004 20
SECTION IV. BEST PRODUCT PROSPECTS 20
Products Present in the Market with Good Sales Potential 20
Home Meal Replacement Sales, All Categories 21
SECTION V. CONTACTS AND FURTHER INFORMATION 22