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Retail Trade

The Canadian retail industry is primarily engaged is selling consumer goods and related services through stores to the general public. Large retail firms also tend to operate their own warehouse facilities and, in some instances, have manufacturing operations for the production of private-label goods.

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Green Supply Chain Management

Green Supply Chain Management:  Retail Chains and Consumer Product Goods - A Canadian Perspective Retail Chain & Consumer Product Goods — A Canadian Perspective

With increased consumer interest in environmental impacts, green supply chain management is becoming increasingly important for Canadian retail chains and consumer product goods business partners. This report provides unique insights to help Canadian retail and consumer products supply chain executives understand the current trends and to recognize the benefits of adopting GSCM practices in distribution activities.