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Let’s fundraise — our Family of Support checkstand campaign starts today!

Today we kick off our fifth annual Family of Support fundraising campaign (September 19 – October 6) in support of…

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Last chance! Share words of encouragement for our athletes to win a Feed The Dream lunchbox!

As the much-anticipated Paralympic Games kicked off last Wednesday, we picked things back up with our Feed The Dream lunchbox…

The Paralympic Games are on! Don’t miss your last chance to WIN a Feed The Dream lunchbox!

It’s time to get loud and proud once again! The Paralympic Games (August 28 – September 8) have begun —…

Nominate a Special Olympics athlete teammate for an unforgettable experience

We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity for one of our Special Olympics athlete teammates to attend the upcoming Special…

Meet Your Safeway 2022 & 2023 Top Value Champions

As a Company that lives our values in everything we do, we’re so excited to officially reveal our 2022 and…

Making the season merry and bright with Compliments and Panache

With the holiday season upon us, many of our customers (and teammates, too!) will be hosting holiday parties and get-togethers……

‘Tis the season for holiday display magic

It’s official — the holiday season is in full swing! From produce to the floral and bakery department, and through…

Congratulations to our 2023 Nourish U Safeway Graduates

On September 14, we held a graduation event in Regina to celebrate our Safeway store management trainees (SMT) and department…

Congratulations to our Safeway 2023 Scholarship Recipients

In 2010, we embarked on a journey to empower and support our student teammates across Canada in their pursuit of…

It’s because of you! Thank you for helping us raise more than $37K for Family of Support.

The fourth annual fundraising campaign for Family of Support: Child & Youth Mental Health Initiative wrapped up earlier this month….

Happy Thanksgiving, Safeway!

Seeing all of the incredible fall product and food displays in our stores, we know how hard you’re working to…

Safeway is bringing the heat to celebrate summer

Eye-catching signage. Seasonal fresh produce. Freshly baked pies. Meat and seafood ready for the grill. It’s undeniable that the sights…

Making summer sizzle with Compliments and Panache

We loved sharing a few of our favourite Own Brands products last fall that we figured, let’s make this a…

Let’s go the extra mile to support Special Olympics Canada athletes

It’s that time of year again! Our annual in-store fundraising campaign in support of Special Olympics Canada kicks off today!…

A legacy of support: Safeway and Special Olympics Canada

Our annual Special Olympics Canada in-store fundraising campaign (June 1 – 8) is almost here, but first we’re taking a…

10 days left! Nominate a deserving teammate as a Value Champion today.

With over 600 Value Champion nominations so far across the business, there’s no doubt our teammates are going above and…

Safeway is hopping up their game to celebrate Easter

For the past couple of weeks, Safeway stores have been delighting customers with displays, deals and activities to brighten up…

Saskatchewan Safeway teammates raise more than $28,000 for Toonies for Tummies

From March 2 – 16, Safeway stores across Saskatchewan raised critical funds for school meal programs in their local community…

Your feedback matters: Participate in The Employee Experience Survey today!

We’re excited to announce that the 2023 Employee Experience Survey is here! Safeway is committed to continuously improving, and your…

The Employee Experience Survey is coming soon! Have your voice heard.

At Safeway, we believe that a winning culture is cultivated from a winning experience for our teammates. Each year, we…

It’s your last chance to enter the #myNHLfamily Teammate Contest!

Don’t worry — you haven’t missed your chance to enter the #myNHLfamily Teammate Contest. So, be sure to enter today!…

There’s still time! Nominate a deserving teammate as a Value Champion by April 30.

Guided by our four Values, we know that Safeway teammates are going above and beyond every day to support our…

Let’s help feed hungry tummies in our community!

Did you know that over three million children in Canada are living without guaranteed access to nutritious meals? This means…

Congratulations to our 2021/2022 Nourish U Safeway Graduates

Safeway is committed to supporting our teammates in striving for greatness — and when they achieve success, we celebrate together….

Want to take your shot at winning a NHLShop.ca gift card?

The #myNHLfamily contest is back for our customers with the chance to win 1 of 4 amazing prizes, including a…

Keep heart healthy this month

Did you know that 2.4 million Canadians are affected by heart disease and that it’s the second leading cause of…

Thank you for helping us raise more than $70,000 for local food banks!

On behalf of our food bank partners, a huge thank you to our Saskatchewan Safeway teams for your ongoing commitment…

Your vote matters. Make your voice heard.

We’re pleased to announce that we have come to a fully recommended agreement with the RWDSU and the Safeway bargaining…

A day of remembrance

Today, on November 11, let us pay tribute to the many Canadian heroes, both past and present, who have fought…

Have you entered the Safeway Talks Gift Card Giveaway?

Thank you for being part of the Safeway Talks community. Safeway Talks is a great way to stay up to…

Mental wellbeing: building resilience and avoiding burnout

Yesterday was World Mental Health Day. Each year it provides us an opportunity to reconnect and re-kindle our efforts to…

A time to give thanks

Heading into the Thanksgiving weekend, we know how hard you’re working to ensure our customers can get everything they need…

Scotiabank’s offer to teammates

In celebration of our partnership with Scotiabank and our co-ownership of Scene+, Scotiabank is providing select banking offers to our…

Standing in solidarity: Honouring our Indigenous Peoples on Orange Shirt Day

For a period of more than 150 years, First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation children were taken from their families…

Scene+ takes over the West!

It’s official — Scene+ has taken over Western Canada! On September 22, Scene+ replaced the AIR MILES program in our…

Falling into the season with Compliments

With summer sadly in the rear-view mirror, we can’t help but turn our attention to the fall… crisp air, cozy…

Do you know a teammate that embodies our Values? Nominate them today as a Value Champion!

The Value Champions program is our opportunity to recognize and celebrate teammates who embody our Values every day in our…

Summer is a time to rest and recharge

Rest is one of the most important aspects of your self-care plan. Remind yourself of what you can do to…

Scene+ hits the Atlantic!

Scene+ has officially taken over the east coast. On August 11, Scene+ replaced the AIR MILES program in stores and…

Ready. Set. Fundraise! The checkstand campaign for our Family of Support Initiative starts today.

Today we kick off our third annual fundraising campaign in support of 13 children’s hospital foundations as part of the…

The day has finally come…it’s Grocery Heroes Day!

Each and every day, our amazing Safeway teammates go above and beyond for our customers and communities. But today, we’re…

Announcing new rewards with Scene+

In June, we announced that we are a co-owner of the Scene+ loyalty program, along with two other iconic Canadian…

Introducing Togetherall — a new support resource available to Safeway teammates!

We’re incredibly proud to share that a new support resource is available for all Safeway teammates. Togetherall offers teammates a…

Honouring our Canadian Heroes

Hi Team, Like many of you, today is an important day for me. Today, on November 11, we pay respect…

Teammate CFL Contest has been extended!

We’re loving the photos you’ve been sharing that we thought…we want to see more! We’re extending the contest submission deadline…

Have you entered the CFL Contest yet? Just 10 days left!

There’s 10 days left to enter the Teammate CFL Contest. If you haven’t yet entered, do so today! Until November…

Thanks for helping us raise more than $42,000 for the A Family of Support: Child and Youth Mental Health annual checkstand campaign!

At Safeway, we’re driven by our purpose of being a family nurturing families and we were excited to bring the…

Want a shot at winning a CFL prize pack, and seeing the Grey Cup Trophy up, close and personal?

The CFL playoffs are back, and our Safeway teammates and customers alike are eager to make up for the season…

We’re the Official Grocer of the Canadian Paralympic Committee!

Just off the heels of our first-ever games as the Official Grocer of Team Canada, supporting the Canadian Olympic Committee,…

Happy Thanksgiving, Safeway!

Hi Team, As we head into the Thanksgiving long weekend, there’s never been a more important time to express my…

Saskatchewan Safeway teammates step up to donate more than $22,000 in support of children’s health and cancer care

For Safeway teammates, giving back to the causes close to home has always been second nature. In fact, its been…

Help us celebrate the second annual checkstand campaign for the A Family of Support: Child and Youth Mental Health Initiative

At Safeway, we’re driven by our purpose of being a family nurturing families and we’re excited to bring this to…

Three new FreshCo locations in Alberta announced

As part of Sobeys Inc.’s plan to win market share and grow our business in Western Canada, we are announcing…

Saskatchewan Safeway Teammates raise $34,000 for Toonies for Tummies

From February 11-25, 2021, Safeway stores across Saskatchewan raised critical funds for school meal programs in their local community as…

Saskatchewan Safeway teammates raise over $90,000 for local food banks!

Despite the challenges that our Safeway teammates faced in 2020, they never missed an opportunity to show up when their…

Holiday Heroes – How our Safeway Teammates spread holiday cheer

We know our Safeway teammates always show up for their communities. Whether it be through donations, time, or serving their…

A day to remember our Canadian Heroes

Team, Today is an important day for Canadians across the country, and a particularly significant day for us as a…

Saskatchewan Safeway teammates join forces to donate more than $8,000 to the Heart & Stroke Foundation

Giving back to the communities we proudly serve has always been integral to who we are at Safeway. It’s no…

Saskatchewan Safeway Teammates raise over $32,000 for mental health programs at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation

There is no question that Safeway teammates are dedicated members of the community who step up when their neighbours need…

Fill your prescription in our pharmacies and save more!

With cough, cold and flu season right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking of the best and most…

One new FreshCo location in Saskatchewan and one in Alberta announced

We are continually evaluating our store networks to ensure that we have the right stores in the right markets to…

Six Sobeys women achievers win Canadian Grocer Star Women Awards

I am extremely pleased and very proud to announce that six Sobeys employees have been named 2020 Star Women Awards…

Celebrating Pride Month at our stores

The bright, colourful displays that have popped up in our stores can only mean one thing- Pride Month is here!…

Four new FreshCo locations in Manitoba announced

Today, Sobeys Inc. announced the decision to close three Safeway locations in Manitoba and convert them to FreshCo stores. In…

From our friends at TSN, thank you.

To all of our frontline workers, our friends at TSN would like to say thank you. Every day, you continue…

Thank you! A letter from Michael Medline

To our Store Heroes, Over these last few weeks, we have witnessed all of you pull together in this time…

To our Valued Safeway Customers

The following letter is being distributed to all customers. To our Valued Safeway Customer, Since the terrible escalation of Coronavirus,…

Thank You For Your Tremendous Efforts

Teammates, I continue to be overwhelmed by the many stories I am hearing about how you are supporting our stores…

We’re proud of our team

Teammates, As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we are seeing unprecedented activity in our stores. Grocery stores are truly…

Committed to our customers: ScripTalk audible prescription reader now at Safeway

As we continue building an inclusive environment in our stores, we’re incredibly excited to share that ScripTalk will now be…

Safeway: Ingredients for life

We think life can be pretty delicious. And it all comes down to the right ingredients. The right people, the…

Celebrating 90 years of Safeway

Team, As we near the end of 2019, we’d like to take a moment to recognize and celebrate a very…

And the winners are…

Last month, we challenged all of our Safeway store teams to join forces and come up with their very best…

The time has come – vote now for your favourite Safeway CFL merchandising display!

Last month, we challenged all of our Safeway store teams to join forces and come up with their very best…

Calling all store teams! Join the Safeway #myCFLFamily Contest today!

Back in June, we proudly announced our new partnership with the CFL. We know that football is more than just…

FreshCo in Saskatchewan locations confirmed

Today, Sobeys Inc. announced the first four FreshCo locations in Saskatchewan. The following locations will reopen as FreshCo locations in…

Supporting the Humboldt Broncos Billet Program with a $200,000 Donation

Last April, Canadians united in shock and sorrow when 16 people lost their lives in a tragic collision, including 10…

Celebrating Saskatoon’s Newest Safeway- Lawson Heights

After weeks of hard work, an exciting ribbon-cutting ceremony and a $1,000 presentation to Special Olympics Saskatchewan, our new Safeway…

Bargaining Update: Safeway supports Vince Ready’s recommendation for Saskatchewan, RWDSU facilitates vote

After careful review, Safeway is in support of the recommendation put forward by mediator Vince Ready. While the deal includes…

Mediator recommendation under review

Last week, we reached out to let you know that we received Vince Ready’s recommendation for your collective agreement in…

Mediator Vince Ready releases recommendation for Saskatchewan Collective Agreement

We wanted to let you know right away that Vince Ready, the mediator who was selected by Safeway and RWDSU,…

An important message for Safeway employees

There has been a lot of news to digest in recent weeks. We want to ensure you have the most…

Financial Update For Employees

Safeway employees, Last week, our CEO Michael Medline announced this year’s first quarter financial results for Empire Company Limited, the…

Lawson Heights is moving on to bigger, better location

We are excited to announce we are relocating Safeway’s Lawson Heights location in Saskatoon to a newly-renovated space on the…

Financial Update for Employees

Safeway employees, Earlier this week our CEO Michael Medline announced quarterly results for Empire Company, the company that owns Sobeys…

Update for Safeway Saskatchewan Employees

Dear Safeway Saskatchewan Employees, As you know, unionized employees in Saskatchewan have been without an agreement since June 2014.  To…

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