Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations.
Our five core retail food formats and related businesses are designed to ensure that we have the right offering in the right-sized stores for each individual market we serve – from our full service format to the convenience format, each tailored to satisfy the unique shopping needs of our customers.
Our core values are our strength and the foundation of who we are: Customer-Driven, People-Powered, Community-Engaged and Results-Oriented. And, our purpose – We are a family nurturing families – is our collective passion and mission to nurture the things that make life better, including great experiences, families, communities and the lives of our employees.
Across our banners and businesses from coast-to-coast, we foster a family culture of care, trust and respect with each other, and focus on growth for ourselves, for others and for the company. Together, our employees, franchisees and diverse retail network are dedicated to nurturing our customers by providing exceptional shopping and food experiences and putting their needs and their families’ needs first. We also take tremendous pride in nurturing our communities by proudly growing, showcasing and giving back to the communities in which we serve.
Sobeys Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Empire Company Limited, headquartered in Stellarton, Nova Scotia.
Sobeys, its franchisees and affiliates employ approximately 128,000 people.
FAQs
Together, our employees, franchisees and diverse retail network are dedicated to nurturing our customers by providing exceptional shopping and food experiences and putting their needs and their families' needs first.
What is the motto of Sobeys? ›
About Sobeys Inc.
With a brand motto of being “a family nurturing families,” the companies are in the business of supporting Canadian communities. They do this by providing exceptional shopping and food experiences.
Does Walmart own Sobeys? ›
It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Empire Company Limited, a Canadian business conglomerate. Sobeys Inc.
Is Sobeys in the United States? ›
A proudly Canadian business, here's how Sobeys Inc. has grown from a small meat delivery business in Stellarton, Nova Scotia to more than 1,600 stores across the country. Scroll across to see Sobeys Inc. grow through the years to become the iconic Canadian company it is today.
What is the goal of grocery store? ›
The major objective of most grocery store companies is to sell products and earn the highest profits possible. However, grocery store owners face major competition from other retailers like restaurants and mass merchandisers.
What is the profit of Sobeys? ›
Sobeys parent company Empire reports $207.8M Q1 profit, sales up from year ago. Empire Co. Ltd. says it earned $207.8 million in its latest quarter, down from $261 million a year ago as its sales edged higher.
Who is the mother company of Sobeys? ›
Empire Company Limited is the parent company of Sobeys Inc.
Who are Sobeys competitors? ›
Sobeys's top competitors include George Weston, J.D. Irving, and Loblaws.
How rich are the Sobeys? ›
The Sobeys Inc. net worth is currently $2.88 billion. The fiscal of 2019 accumulated corporate business sales of more than $25.1 billion. Empire and Sobeys Inc.
Who is CEO of Sobeys? ›
Michael Medline was appointed President & Chief Executive Officer of Empire Company Limited and Sobeys Inc. in January 2017.
It is a publicly traded family-owned business, as the company is controlled by the Walton family. Sam Walton's heirs own over 50 percent of Walmart through both their holding company Walton Enterprises and their individual holdings.
What is Sobeys brand name? ›
Compliments. Launched in 2005, Compliments is Sobeys Inc.'s private-label. Compliments is offered to all customers, across all provinces. We work hard to inspire customers to make better everyday food choices by ensuring Compliments is the brand that represents the best combination of quality, price, and selection.
Are Safeway and Sobeys the same company? ›
Safeway has been serving Western Canadians since 1929. In 2013, the assets of Canada Safeway Limited were acquired by Sobeys Inc. The Canadian assets of Safeway are fully owned and operated by Sobeys Inc.
Where does the Sobeys family live? ›
Our roots in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, run deep. It's where our families live and where we know neighbours by name. It's where The Sobey Foundation started. It's our home.
What is the largest food retailer in the US Canada? ›
What Is the Biggest Grocery Store in North America? Walmart tops the list with $433.90 billion in sales during the 2021 fiscal year. The Walmart subsidiaries that are included in this calculation are Walmart and Sam's Club, the retailer's chain of warehouse clubs.
What are the goals of the UFCW? ›
The UFCW is about workers helping workers improve working and living standards. When we unite for better wages, benefits, and working conditions, we help protect and improve the livelihoods of all workers.
What are the goals of Shoppers Drug Mart? ›
Our goal is to continue to expand our services to help empower Canadians to Live Life Well.
What are the goals of the Canadian Sport Policy? ›
The Vision of the Canadian Sport Policy is: A dynamic and leading-edge sport environment that enables all Canadians to experience and enjoy involvement in sport to the extent of their abilities and interests and, for increasing numbers, to perform consistently and successfully at the highest competitive levels.
What are the goals of Kraft Heinz? ›
Increase our plant-based offerings. Provide 1.5 billion meals to people in need by 2025 from 2019. We aim to have women fill 50% of our global management positions by 2025. We aim to have 30% of our salaried U.S. employee population identify as people of color by 2025.
