In today’s economic climate, many Canadian grocery stores offer price-matching policies to help shoppers save on their grocery bills. Here’s a concise guide to the major retailers that provide this service as of December 2024:
1. Real Canadian Superstore (RCSS)
RCSS allows customers to match prices with local competitors. Present a current flyer or digital proof at checkout to receive the competitor’s price. Note that this applies to identical items and excludes certain promotions.
2. No Frills
Operating under the “Won’t Be Beat” program, No Frills matches competitor prices on identical products. Show a valid flyer or digital advertisement from a major supermarket competitor at checkout to benefit from this policy.
3. FreshCo
FreshCo’s “Lowest Price Guarantee” ensures customers pay 1¢ less than a local competitor’s advertised price for the same item. Present the competitor’s current flyer (print or digital) to take advantage of this offer.
4. Giant Tiger
With the “Ad Match Guarantee,” Giant Tiger beats any local competitor’s advertised price by 1¢. Show proof of the lower price at checkout to receive the discount.
5. Maxi (Quebec)
Maxi offers a price match policy where if a major supermarket competitor in Quebec advertises a lower price, they will match it. Present the competitor’s current flyer to the cashier to receive the matched price.
6. Save-On-Foods
Save-On-Foods provides price matching with competitors in their area. Show a current competitor’s advertisement to have the price matched at checkout.
7. IGA (Certain Regions)
Some IGA stores offer price matching policies, though this can vary by location. It’s advisable to check with your local IGA store regarding their specific policy.
Tips for Successful Price Matching:
- Verify Eligibility: Ensure the item is identical in brand, size, and model to the competitor’s product.
- Provide Proof: Have the competitor’s current flyer or digital advertisement ready to present at checkout.