FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Ottawa, November 6, 2025 – Canadians have seen grocery prices fluctuate in recent years, but one staple has stayed steady: Canadian chicken. Despite reports suggesting an impending 20 to 25 per cent jump, the data show a different story.

Canada’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) shows chicken up only 1.5% year-over-year. Chicken remains one of the most stable and affordable proteins for Canadian families. It’s also important to note that farmers do not set retail prices — those are determined by retailers and the broader marketplace.

Recent supply challenges are due to avian influenza, not supply management. The disease has affected hatching egg supplies across North America, but Canadian farmers are still producing more chicken than ever—2.7 per cent more than last year—with higher production targets set for 2026.

Supply management doesn’t restrict chicken production—it keeps it aligned with demand, ensuring stable prices, food safety, and local availability. In a volatile global market, it protects Canadians from sharp price swings and ensures a reliable supply of fresh, affordable chicken year-round.

For more information, please contact:

Chris Hofley, Communications Officer
Chicken Farmers of Canada
chofley@chicken.ca
613.566.5926