Top 5 most popular stories of 2025

Looking back at 2025, we’re celebrating a year of bold moves, inspiring journeys, and meaningful impact. From supporting Canadian businesses to spotlighting our team members’ accomplishments, here are some of the top stories from the year: 

1. Tariffs: Your dollar, your choice - With new tariffs affecting some U.S. products, grocery prices may change but Loblaw has taken steps to help customers save and support Canadian businesses. From new in-store labels to more Canadian sourcing and affordable alternatives, here’s how we’re working to make shopping easier during a changing landscape. 

2. From student job to national role at Loblaw - What started as a part-time job at Zehrs^TM at age 17 turned into a fast-rising career at Loblaw Head Office for Cameron Hyjek. Through clarity of goals, strong mentorship, and determination, his journey shows how in-store beginnings can lead to national impact.

3. Derrick transitions from grocery to beauty at Shoppers - After 30 years rising through the ranks at Loblaw, Derrick Pittman is taking on a new challenge as SVP, National Operations at Shoppers Drug Mart. From tackling shrink to enhancing safety, customer experience, and multicultural assortments, Derrick is bringing frontline insight and fresh energy to one of Canada’s most trusted brands.

4. Briar's unconventional climb - Briar Doble’s 15-year career at Loblaw shows how embracing change and saying yes to lateral moves can unlock unexpected growth. Her journey reveals why learning, adaptability, and trust in the process can shape a truly rewarding career.

Also worth revisiting:

1. From farm to fridge: The Miller’s Dairy story - Since 1959, the Miller family in Creemore, Ontario, has been crafting dairy products Canadians love, with a focus on quality, ethical farming, and local production. Their small-batch eggnog is a holiday favourite, and through Loblaw’s Small Supplier Program, their story and products are reaching more communities while staying true to their values.

2. Delivering meals and smiles in Cowichan Valley - Volunteering is more than a hobby for Belinda Wright; it’s a way of life. From Meals on Wheels deliveries to local support, her efforts are recognized through the Loblaw Volunteer Grant, proving how one person’s dedication can make a real difference in the community.

3. Leading with purpose: How fighting climate change and advancing social equity drive success - Loblaw’s 2024 Live Life Well^® Report highlights how the company’s investments in sustainability and social equity are turning commitments into real results, reducing emissions, eliminating food waste, and benefiting Canadian communities, employees, and the environment alike. 

4. Bringing on-demand groceries to 8 million Canadians - PC Express Rapid Delivery is helping Canadians shop on their terms, offering thousands of curated products with delivery in as little as 30 minutes. Expanding to 18 regions and serving over eight million people, it brings speed, choice, and peace of mind to everyday life.  

5. Darcy on knowledge and Indigenous connections - By exploring his Mohawk heritage and learning from Indigenous communities, Darcy Scott highlights the importance of knowledge, respect, and education in fostering reconciliation and driving positive change across the company.