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GS1 Sunrise 2027 · country

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Canada retail 2D barcode Ambition 2027 guidance

Canadian retail Ambition 2027 readiness window

Source-backed row

Effective / target
2027-12-31
Date type
industry ambition
Segment
country
Country
Canada
Industry
Retail grocery and consumer goods
Last checked
2026-06-29

Source of record: GS1 Canada Retail 2D FAQ

Before and after

Before

Suppliers commonly print 1D barcodes for POS identification.

After

Suppliers and retailers prepare for 2D symbols that can carry more product data while remaining POS-readable.

Notes

  • The row is based on GS1 Canada guidance and keeps the date as an ambition/readiness window.
  • Check retailer-specific Canadian onboarding notices before changing live packaging.