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Ranking Canadian Retailers Offering Grocery Delivery Right Now, by Price

Posted on June 20, 2020 by Amber Dowling

Getting your hands on some fresh grub is a bit more involved these days as a result of social distancing measures. Luckily there are a ton of grocery stores, markets and restaurants that are offering grocery delivery right to your door. Here are some of the best that we’ve found, ranked by delivery fee.

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Local Public Eatery, Free Through DoorDash

<p>Like so many <a href="https://nationalpost.com/news/covid-19-how-canadian-restaurants-became-online-grocery-stores-to-cater-to-pandemic-demand" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">other Canadian restaurants</a>, this franchise has pivoted their business model to not only include regular food delivery, but also a variety of other essentials for your at-home cooking needs. From taco kits and a variety of skewers to <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/yeast-free-bread-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">breads</a>, salads, frozen drink mixes and even toilet paper, this resto has your essentials covered. Delivery is free through DoorDash or you can call ahead and pick up your order at 10 per cent off.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://localpubliceatery.com/the-local-corner/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Local Public Eatery</a> for more information.</p>
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Joey Restaurants, Free Through DoorDash

<p>If you’ve been missing the upscale dining scene and want to add some fancier meals back onto your dinner plate, Joey Restaurants has you covered. In addition to standard prepared food delivery, Joey Restaurants (like so many <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/dining-out/photos/toronto-restaurants-date-night-meal-delivery/#!fusaros-italian-kitchen" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">other restos right now</a>!) is offering an array of meal kits (with free delivery through DoorDash!), including barbecue kits, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/fantastic-fajita-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">fajitas</a>, tuna poke and even truffle popcorn.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://joeyrestaurants.com/meal-kits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Joey Restaurants</a> for more information.</p>
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Mama Earth, Free

<p>If you’re looking to stock the fridge and <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/pantry-staples-you-need-for-every-diet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pantry</a> with local, organic ingredients, ready-to-eat meals and ethically sourced meat, chicken and <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/top-seafood-forward-recipes-for-pescetarians/#!Grilled_Talapia2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">seafood</a>, Mama Earth is calling. The company connects Ontario consumers with more than 60 local farms and over 50 artisans — and offers an array of different sized produce boxes to fit your family needs. The company allows you to swap out ingredients you don’t like or to a skip a week when your fridge is full. For the most part, they offer free delivery. (Although, as they note, some farther out areas require a small delivery fee).</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.mamaearth.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Mama Earth </a>for more information.</p>
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SPUD, Free With Minimum Order

<p>If you’re in the Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary or Edmonton areas and have a hankering for local, organic groceries, SPUD is the option for you. SPUD curates sustainable options by working directly with farmers and other producers and they don't require any long-term subscriptions or commitments. Just click and they’ll deliver — all for free. </p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.spud.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">SPUD</a> for more information.</p>
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Cultivatr, Free

<p>This Alberta company is all about supporting local farmers, not to mention bringing their fare directly to your kitchen. The online market supports natural, antibiotic and hormone-free products and features a large selection of meats (including grass-finished beef), produce and artisan foods like small-batch cured meats, jams, coffees and <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-stuffed-pasta-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pastas</a>.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://cultivatr.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Cultivatr</a> for more information.</p>
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Flourist, Free

<p>Whether you’re <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/yeast-free-bread-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">running low on yeast</a> and flour, are craving some local strawberries and heirloom tomatoes or you’re looking for some fresh-baked fare (asparagus ricotta galette!), this Vancouver shop has it all. Order up some fresh pizza dough and basil dressing and enjoy free delivery in the Vancouver, Burnaby and North Shore area.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://bakery.flourist.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Flourist </a> for more information.</p>
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GoodFood, Free

<p>Choose from a selection of dinner and breakfast meal kits designed by professional chefs with this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/kitchen-basics/blog/canadian-meal-delivery-kits-review/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">meal delivery service</a>. The company ships exact portion sizes to create the meal you want, without worrying about leftovers. Plates begin at $10.04 per serving and the selections are designed to satiate all kinds of dietary needs.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.makegoodfood.ca/en/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> GoodFood</a> for more information.</p>
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The Organic Box, $3 Per Order

<p>In Alberta, you can enjoy a wide selection of seasonal, fresh produce straight to your door via this organic food delivery service. The team curates all the best products from local farmers and packages it into a selection of different sized subscription boxes. Each box is customizable and delivery is technically free, although the company adds a $2.99 charge per order to its Beyond the Box Fund, which goes towards sustainability and community-strengthening initiatives.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.theorganicbox.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> The Organic Box </a>for more information.</p>
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Instacart, $4 Per Order Plus Service Fees

<p>If you have a hankering for a specific snack or groceries and you kind of need them ASAP, Instacart comes in handy. Company shoppers will go to all of your local stores (including Costco, the drug store, Walmart and more) and hand-select what you need. The service fees are a sliding scale depending on what and where you order, but Express members receive free delivery on orders over $35.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.instacart.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Instacart</a> for more information.</p>
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FoodShare, $4.50 Per Order

<p>In Toronto and Mississauga, ON, residents can still get a taste of that farm life via FoodShare — a company that offers local boxes of produce straight to your door. FoodShare offers plenty of community initiatives that educate youth about proper nutrition and growing plants, so you can feel good about investing in them.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://foodshare.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> FoodShare</a> for more information.</p>
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PC Chef, $5 Per Order

<p>PC is now offering up some of its signature fare for you to cook up through the week. Think international dishes like roasted jerk chicken, Oaxacan pork tacos or a Greek halloumi bowl. All kits are less than 20 bucks and serve two, but the company requires a minimum purchase of two kits for delivery.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.pcchef.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> PC Chef</a> for more information.</p>
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Save-On-Foods, $5-10 Per Order

<p>Get all of your grocery shopping done and delivered to your door via this grocery store’s online portal. Browse the weekly flyer to get all of the best deals, stock up on those bulk foods that you’re running low on <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/kitchen-basics/photos/budget-friendly-pantry-staples/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">in the pantry</a> and maybe even grab a greeting card for that upcoming birthday while you’re at it. Delivery fees vary by location.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://shop.saveonfoods.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Save-On-Foods</a> for more information.</p>
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Grocery Gateway, $8 Per Order Plus Eco Fee

<p>If you shop at Longo's, odds are you’ve seen the ads for one of the OG grocery delivery companies, which is still as strong as ever. Shoppers can select their delivery window and fill their virtual cart with as many staples as they need. There is a minimum of $50 per order, but if you’re just under that — maybe consider adding a bottle of wine, which is also available for purchase. <p>Visit<a href="https://www.grocerygateway.com/store/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Grocery Gateway</a> for more information.</p>
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Walmart, $10 Per Order

<p>Walmart shoppers now have the option to do curbside pickup or delivery in order to avoid those sometimes hectic check-out lines. All of your essentials are available to select online, along with ready-made meals, health and beauty items, household supplies and pet food too.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.walmart.ca/en/grocery" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Walmart</a> for more information.</p>
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Hello Fresh, $10 Per Order

<p>If you’re looking for groceries and meal ideas, one of the most widely available meal kits in Canada has you covered. Hello Fresh offers meals as low as $9.69 per serving and features a diverse selection of chef-inspired plates that will keep <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/vegan-bbq-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegans</a> and carnivores alike satisfied.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.hellofresh.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Hello Fresh</a> for more information.</p>
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Metro Grocery Delivery, $12 + Tax Per Order

<p>Metro shoppers can also get in on the online grocery delivery action thanks to the company’s relatively new delivery service in Ontario and Quebec. The company offers the same virtual deals as it does in-store, but it requires a minimum of $50 in your cart before you can schedule a delivery time.</p> <p>Visit<a href="https://www.metro.ca/en/online-grocery" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Metro</a> for more information.</p>
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Inabuggy, $20 Per Order

<p>If you’re in a jam and need groceries, alcohol or other staples pretty quickly, Inabuggy shoppers will do your errands for you — for a $20 fee. The good news is that the company works with shops like McEwan’s Gourmet Groceries and Toronto’s Cheese Boutique and it’s currently available in Toronto/GTA, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Montreal.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.inabuggy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Inabuggy</a> for more information.</p>
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