According to the NPD Group Nov 2011 – Bagels and Deli Sandwiches are the top 2 fastest growing food items
(Source: The NPD Group Inc. Foodservice CREST ® Total Canada Y E November 2011)

The breakfast/brunch category posted the fastest growth in average check per person, climbing 2.7% to $5.62.
(Source: The NPD Group Inc. Foodservice CREST ® Total Canada Y E November 2011)

Between 2008 and 2011, consumer visits for breakfast/brunch jumped by a solid 9.8%, making it the fastest growing daypart.
(Source: The NPD Group Inc. Foodservice CREST ® Total Canada Y E November 2011)

According to CFRA’s Restaurant Outlook Survey, rising food costs are the number one challenge for operators, cited by 68% of respondents in the first quarter of 2012.
(Source: CFRA’s Restaurant Outlook Survey)

Consumers now say they purchase 49% of their sandwiches away from home, up from 44% in 2010.
(Source: Technomics The Sandwich Consumer Trend Report)

Due to the recession’s impact, consumers are making just 1.1% more restaurant visits in 2011 compared to 2008 but spending 3.9% more.(Source: The NPD Group Inc. Foodservice CREST ® Total Canada Y E November 2011)

87% of Restaurants contribute to a charity, community group or non-profit organization. It makes good business sense.
(Source: CRFA’s 2011 survey on Restaurant Charitable Contributions)

Canada’s foodservice industry will expand by 3.2% in 2012 to a record $65 Billion, despite slower economic activity and job creation.
(Source: CFRA’s Foodservice Facts 2012)

Quick Service restaurants are expected to grow 3.3% vs a year ago in 2012.
(Source: CFRA’s Foodservice Facts 2012)

Full Service restaurants are expected to grow 3.0% vs a year ago in 2012.
(Source: CFRA’s Foodservice Facts 2012)

Foodservice Sales will expand by an annual average of +3.7% between 2013-2016 which is in line with disposable income growth.
(Source: CFRA’s Foodservice Facts 2012)