Why Become A Member of DCI?

Looking for an increase to your bottom line? More exposure to the major Vendor community. No restrictions on autonomy?

DCI is a 40 year old selling group and a national organization of independent grocers that foster collaborative selling relationships between its members, manufacturers, and key stakeholders in the Canadian grocery industry.

DCI consists primarily of progressive, independent grocers, formed in 1981. These grocers saw the corporate chains obtaining better net costs and rebates than independents enjoyed. Realizing strength lay in numbers, they combined their volumes, gaining higher rates and lower net costs as a direct result. A general rule of thumb indicates members enjoy a minimum net earnings increases of .25% of gross sales. Example: $5,000,000 sales per year x 0.25% = $12,500 earnings

DCI takes pride in being able to send rebates to members on a monthly to yearly basis. This is a much shorter time frame allowing members/retailers to enjoy the benefits more quickly. As a result, members/retailers are again, more competitive in the marketplace.

Due to its approach to business and its relationship with suppliers, DCI has experienced dramatic growth over the last few years.

For more information please contact Barry Lanteigne at the DCI office.