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The Evolving Consumer: An Overview of the Changing Consumer Trends in Canada

Aug 29, 2019

Global consumer trends are evolving faster than ever before. In Canada, the population is becoming increasingly heterogeneous with millennials representing a significant part of the population. These consumer cohorts are considered to be extremely dynamic in terms of their shopping habits, making it highly challenging for retailers to effectively capture their brand loyalty. Furthermore, a typical Canadian consumer prefers convenience, choice, and control when they shop. As such, today retailers have to deal with a more diverse set of consumers with a much broader set of needs.

Let us explore some key consumer trends that Canadian retailers must keep abreast of while planning their strategies to entice customers in this market.

Top consumer trends in Canada

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Serving the millennial consumers

Millennials are often referred to as the ‘connected generation’. Some of the common millennial consumer trends include the use of smartphones and mobile devices to browse through products and shop. The purchase decisions of millennial consumers are largely influenced by social media or what they read about a product online. These consumer trends mean that retailer must continuously and quickly reinvent their offerings in order to grab the attention of these consumers and provide the consumer experience that they are looking for so that their brand loyalty can be retained. Moreover, a strong multi-channel and PR communication strategy is a must-have for retailers.

Age of responsible consumerism

This is one of the most popular global consumer trends that will soon go mainstream in Canada. As the ease of buying goods of their choice increases, modern consumers will now favor brands that help them make more responsible and better choices. Some top brands have already set the lead for such consumer trends wherein they encourage consumers to support global issues such as environmental concerns and do their part in making a positive impact.

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Personalized experience and on-demand shopping

Personalization is one of the key consumer experience trends that plays a major role in making the shopping experience relevant to modern customers. Businesses are increasingly using customer data and past shopping behavior data to personalize shopping experience for their customers. Furthermore, taking advantage of the growth of digital shopping, several brands are providing services such as same-day delivery that is becoming one of the most popular consumer trends, especially among the young shoppers.

Increased focus on health and wellness

Modern Canadian consumers are gradually showing greater interest towards health and wellness. As a result, brand and products that promote this ideology are garnering greater favor in the Canadian market. Furthermore, food products with dietary restrictions are also becoming one of the key growing consumer trends in Canada.

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