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We compared 11 of the best grocery deals from Costco's new flyer to Walmart, Maxi & Super C

Heads up, Costco shoppers! The latest Costco flyer for Quebec is out, bringing new deals and discounts on groceries across the province for the next two weeks.

We checked out Costco's flyer deals on everyday essentials and compared them with prices at Walmart, Super C and Maxi — all of which have big discounts on many of the same products right now — to see where you can score the best value on your grocery list here in Quebec. From snacks like chocolate and cheese to home must-haves like laundry detergent and toilet paper, we crunched the numbers to find the top savings.

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We compared Costco's grocery deals to Walmart, Maxi & Super C and the winner is clear

Costco Canada's new flyer for Quebec this week has got some serious grocery deals and savings, so we couldn't resist checking how the wholesale giant's prices stack up against other major discount stores in the province.

From coffee and cheese to toilet paper and freezer bags, we crunched the numbers to see where you'll get the best bang for your buck between Costco and other discount chains like Walmart, Super C and Maxi, so you don't have to.

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The Loblaws boycott has Montrealers sharing the cheapest grocery stores (and more hot tips)

The beginning of May typically signals blooming flowers and open terrasses. But for some Montrealers this year, it also means it's time to boycott Loblaws. This includes subsidiaries you're probably familiar with. Heard of Maxi, Provigo or Pharmaprix?

Between the bread price-fixing scandal and pandemic pay cuts, contempt for Loblaw Companies Ltd. and its president Galen Weston Jr. is nothing new. The company and its leadership have been accused of everything from COVID-19 profiteering to "greedflation," price gouging, dumb deals and more — all while profits soar and executives line their pockets.

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9 Costco Montreal Food Items That Are Cheaper Compared To Quebec Grocery Stores

When it comes to grocery shopping in Montreal, most of us do what we can to save money where we can, because life is getting more expensive here (like everywhere else). Nearly everyone has theories about where the savings are at the major chains and independent outlets, and nearly everyone has an opinion about Costco.

We've uncovered some of the best deals at Costco that will make both your wallet and belly equally as content. While Costco is known for its samples and cheap eats, the wholesaler offers products at a lower price point when compared to other Quebec grocery stores such as Walmart, IGA, and Maxi.

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I Tried 9 Frozen Pizzas From Quebec Grocery Stores & Ranked Them From Worst To Best

The views expressed in this Opinion article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Narcity Media.

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Metro, Super C, Jean Coutu & Others Are Launching A New 'More Generous' Rewards Program

Metro is launching a new rewards program it promises is "more personalized and more generous." Dubbed Moi, the program will launch at all Metro and Super C grocery stores, Brunet and Jean Coutu pharmacies, as well as Première Moisson.

That's a total of almost 900 stores, pharmacies and bakeries, representing "the largest network of food and pharmacy in Quebec," according to Metro VP of Marketing Alain Tadros.

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I Compared Maxi & Super C To See Which Is Cheaper — It's Close, But One Has Better Value

Maxi or Super C, Super C or Maxi? That is the question, and to answer it, I sat down to order the same fake groceries from both stores to figure out which is cheaper — or at least, better value for your buck.

Super C, headquartered in Montreal, doesn't exist outside of Quebec, although its parent company, Metro, serves Ontario as well. Maxi is a division of Loblaw's, specifically, the Quebec retail version of the No Frills chain available elsewhere in Canada. Let's see which one wins!

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We Compared Grocery Prices At IGA, Maxi, Metro, Provigo & Super C — There Was A Clear Winner

As food prices mount in Canada, we put five major grocery stores in Quebec to the test to see which offered the lowest prices for the same shopping list. Our targets: IGA, Maxi, Metro, Provigo and Super C.

To do this, we prepared five online orders, selecting the cheapest product each store could give us for each item on our list.

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These Are The Best Grocery Stores In Montreal, According To Montrealers

It's no secret that groceries are hella expensive, and with prices only expected to increase in 2023, finding a Montreal grocery store that offers a wide selection of products at a cheaper cost is a must for many. So, this got us thinking...

We asked you all on Instagram for your favourite grocery stores in Montreal and we received nearly 150 messages and over 25 recommendations. Here are the top 15 grocery stores that received the most submissions:

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