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Hey Winnipeg friends! 🍂
Hope you're staying warm as we head into late November — we’ve got more snow on the horizon, and that usually means two things: delivery delays and tightening grocery supply.
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THE BIG 3
🥇 Biggest Saver:
Whole Chicken Roaster
at Walmart
Best Price: $6.97/kg
This is a massive swing. The highest price for chicken this week was $13.99/kg. If you're buying multiple chickens, this single price difference could save you well over $10.
Savings Range: $7.02
🥈Biggest Swing:
Bathroom Tissue (12 Rolls)
at FreshCo
Best Price: $6.99
FreshCo is running a huge deal on this household staple, priced nearly 83% lower than the highest recorded price. This is a great time to stock up before the price resets.
Savings Range: $5.80
🥉Produce Shock:
Gala Apples (3 lb Bag)
at Walmart
Best Price: $4.97
Prices for apples are highly volatile this week, with the 3 lb bag costing up to $9.99 at Loblaws stores. Be sure to shop at Walmart or FreshCo for a fair price.
Savings Range: $5.02
This Week’s Grocery Intel
Hey Winnipeggers! As the white stuff imposes itself on us yet again this winter, don’t forget to stay warm, stay layered, and that goes for more than your clothing!
FreshCo leads the affordability race this week based on pure unit‑price math. Their produce and pantry items deliver the strongest value — especially if you're stocking up ahead of colder weather.
Brussels sprouts from Manitoba farms are landing around $2.49/lb, and if you're feeling creative, they pickle beautifully and stay crisp for months. If you want a warm skillet meal, Brussels Sprouts & Cabbage Hash still comes in under $1.50/serving — a win for cold‑weather comfort.
But keep an eye on holiday creeping costs: The Canada Food Price Report shows 3–5% rises expected on holiday staples, especially turkeys and beef roasts. If you’re hosting this year, the early bird gets the savings — Superstore and FreshCo’s turkey prices are the calm before the December storm.
Your Weekly
Price Pulse
Superstore swept 37 best-price wins while dairy crept higher and produce held steady. We've tracked every aisle so you know exactly where to shop this weekend.
🥬 Produce
Winner: FreshCo!
Runner Up: Walmart
Winner: FreshCo (Lowest average price per Canon item: $3.40) Runner-Up: Walmart (Second lowest average price: $3.70)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bananas (1 kg) | $1.74 | $1.52 | $1.72 | $1.76 | $1.72 | $1.74 |
English Cucumber (1 ea) | $2.49 | $2.49 | $1.99 | $1.99 | $2.49 | $2.49 |
Avocado (Bag, 1 ea) | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | $6.99 | $3.58 | $4.97 |
Yellow Onions (Bag, 1.36 kg) | $4.99 | $2.99 | $3.00 | $2.99 | $3.58 | $3.00 |
Gala Apples (Bag, 1.36 kg) | $7.99 | $4.99 | $9.99 | $7.99 | $9.99 | $4.97 |
🍗 Meat & Poultry
Winner: Walmart
(Lowest average price per Canon item: $9.47)
Runner-Up: No Frills (Second lowest average price: $9.49)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ground Beef (Medium, 1 kg) | $12.99 | $11.99 | $11.00 | $15.41 | $11.99 | $11.97 |
Whole Chicken (Roaster, 1 kg) | $9.89 | $9.90 | $7.99* | $13.99 | $7.99 | $6.97 |
🥛 Dairy & Eggs
Winner: Walmart
Runner Up: No Frills/SuperStore
(Absolute win on Milk, tied for Eggs) Runner-Up: No Frills / Superstore (Tied for cheapest Eggs)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Large White Eggs (12 Units) | $5.99 | $4.22 | $4.04 | $4.29 | $4.04 | $4.04 |
2% Milk Carton (2 L) | $4.49 | $4.49 | $4.49 | $4.89 | $4.49 | $3.86 |
🥫 Pantry
Winner: Walmart (Lowest price on 4 of 6 items) Runner-Up: Sobeys (Lowest average price after Walmart)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
White Bread Loaf (570 g) | $2.99 | $2.99 | $2.99 | $3.49 | $2.99 | $2.99 |
All-Purpose Flour (2.5 kg) | $6.49 | $6.49 | $4.99 | $6.49 | $4.99 | $4.97 |
Granulated Sugar (2 kg) | $4.29 | $3.99 | $3.99 | $4.29 | $3.99 | $3.97 |
Canned Crushed Tomatoes (796 ml) | $1.99 | $1.99 | $2.04 | $1.99 | $1.99 | $1.97 |
Canned Tuna (Flaked, 170 g) | $2.49 | $2.49 | $2.49 | $2.29 | $2.49 | $2.47 |
Potato Chips (Classic, 235 g) | $4.69 | $4.69 | $4.99 | $4.69 | $4.69 | $4.67 |
❄️ Frozen Foods
Winner: FreshCo
sECOND: Walmart
Winner: FreshCo (Lowest average price per Canon item: $4.24) Runner-Up: Walmart (Second lowest average price: $4.47)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mixed Vegetables (750 g) | $4.99 | $4.49 | $4.99 | $4.79 | $4.99 | $4.97 |
French Fries (Straight Cut, 1 kg) | $3.99 | $3.99 | $4.04 | $4.49 | $3.99 | $3.97 |
🧼 Household
Winner: FreshCo (Absolute lowest price) Runner-Up: Walmart (Next cheapest)
Item (Standard Unit) | Coop | FreshCo | No Frills | Sobeys | Superstore | Walmart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bathroom Tissue (2 Ply, 12 Rolls) | $12.79 | $6.99 | $8.99 | $8.99 | $8.99 | $8.97 |
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Winnipeg Heads Up!
🎅 Manitoba Hydro Santa Claus Parade (Nov 30)
Downtown will be packed with families, floats, and classic winter treats. Mini donuts and hot chocolate mixes typically fly off shelves in the days leading up to the parade — expect tighter stock by late next week.
❄️ Snow & Delivery Delays
Up to 20cm is expected soon. This usually affects import produce and disrupts schedules at No Frills and Food Fare more than elsewhere. If you bake or prep often, this is the time to grab:
cocoa
flour
sugar
marshmallows
vanilla extract
canned evaporated milk
✨ Zoo Lights at Assiniboine Park (Nov 21–Jan 1)
Caramel apples, nuts, and warm snacks start trending hard as families wander the light displays. Treat staples — especially marshmallows, caramel wraps, and chocolate chips — see early spikes.
WINNIPEG LOCAL HEADS-UP
HEADS UP FOR NOVEMBER
Santa Parade incoming Nov 30 — prep hot chocolate now.
Up to 20cm snow expected → delivery slowdowns.
Indoor Farmers’ Markets active (Forks, St. Norbert).
Root crops steady (carrots, onions, potatoes).
Baking staples tightening in anticipation of holiday demand.
FreshCo leading most produce savings this week.
HEADS UP FOR DECEMBER
Zoo Lights ongoing through Jan 1.
Canad Inns Winter Wonderland opens Dec 1.
Manitoba Dairy Conference (Dec 3–5) → cheese & yogurt demand rises.
Holiday Train early December.
Turkey & roast prices rise mid‑December.
Snack trays and frozen veg spikes begin after December 10.
Costco Gateway seeing early holiday bulk runs.
WATCH OUT WINNIPEG!
Winter is settling in, but Winnipeg shoppers are some of the savviest around. Keep an eye on early deals, try to shop before the weather does its thing, and enjoy the cozy season without letting holiday prices sneak up on you. AND IF YOU THINK I MISSED SOMETHING BIG PLEASE LET ME KNOW!!
Stay warm and shop smart, Winnipeg! ❤️
