Pets Canada and Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Launch Educational Program for Pet Stores !
Pets Canada, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), is proud to announce the launch of a new educational program designed specifically for pet retailers. This quick and insightful module— Invasive Species Prevention for Pet Stores provides vital information on restricted and prohibited invasive species, ethical sourcing, and best practices within the […]
A call for action in Quebec – Removing the Sales Tax on Pet Food and Protecting Pets During Emergencies
Pets Canada is expanding our federal lobby efforts to have sales tax removed from pets food by calling on the Quebec government to eliminate the Provincial Sales Tax (QST) from pet food. Pet food is a basic necessity, not a luxury. Taxing it creates a barrier to proper nutrition and care. This added cost impacts […]
A Western Win in Calgary!
The Pets Canada Industry Show, Western Canada’s largest B2B event, was held in downtown Calgary, Alberta, at the beautiful BMO Conference Centre on April 13th and 14th. Over 115 exhibiting companies filled the show floor, bringing together over 700 pet professionals to discuss and explore the latest trends in pet products, nutrition, technology, and […]
Tariff Update – Meeting With Department of Finance
*Action Needed: Help Us Represent You in Ongoing Tariff Discussions As part of Pets Canada’s ongoing efforts to represent the industry at the federal level, we recently met directly with officials from the Department of Finance regarding Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs. While no new measures have been announced that directly affect our sector at […]
Advocacy Update: Tariffs, Trade Developments, and Our Continued Action
We know the potential imposition of U.S. tariffs — and the possibility of retaliatory Canadian tariffs — is a top concern across the pet industry, with real impacts expected for manufacturers, retailers, and the broader supply chain. Pets Canada is actively engaged on this issue and continues to advocate on your behalf at every level […]
Etail 360 – Solving the Frequent Buyer Dilemma
Solving the Frequent Buyer Dilemma: Stop Store-Hopping – A Win-Win for Brands, Franchisors & Retailers Markham, Ontario, March 20, 2025 – Etail360 is happy to announce its loyalty solution designed to address a critical challenge facing the retail industry: frequent buyer plans that unintentionally encourage store-hopping rather than retailer loyalty. This trend has created friction […]
Tariff Update – Remissions Process, Countermeasures, Consultation Opportunity
As you are aware, we have been working to understand how tariffs can influence the pet industry and what we can do to mitigate the impacts of this measure. Indeed, Pets Canada has received many inquiries from members, expressing their concerns about tariffs to the extent some businesses are concerned they may not survive as […]
Industry Expertise Needed in Remote Pet Care Solution Research Project
Calling All Pet Care Innovators! Are you passionate about enhancing pet well-being through technology? Meet Krista Kang, Executive MBA student at the University of Alberta, School of Business, who is researching an innovative Remote Pet Care solution that leverages smart technology to improve the pet ownership experience. As part of her research, Krista is conducting […]
Import Export News – March 4, 2025
Import update for raw pet food from New Zealand (CFIA Notification) New Zealand ceased exports of raw or minimally heat-treated pet food containing avian origin ingredients to Canada in December 2024 due to an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), with the exception of avian ingredients produced prior to December 2, 2024. New requirements […]
Pinot over Pets?
Letter to the Federal Government in response to Liberal Party GST holiday announcement November 22 2024 House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario We are writing on behalf of Pets Canada to express our concerns regarding the omission of pet food from the temporary removal of GST from certain essential goods. Pets Canada has consistently advocated that […]
