Cheapest Grocery Store in Calgary 2026: Real Price Data
We compared 132 products across 13 grocery chains in Calgary over the past month to find the best prices. The data reveals stark differences — even on identical products, prices can vary by 200% or more between stores.
Big Price Differences on Common Items
Prices for identical products vary wildly between stores. Our data from May 17, 2026, shows that where you shop matters significantly. Below are some of the largest gaps we found.
| Product | Lowest Price Store | Price | Highest Price Store | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drinkable Yogurt | Walmart Supercentre (sale) | $3.47 | Costco (sale) | $10.99 |
| Kellogg's breakfast cereal | Walmart Supercentre (sale) | $3.33 | Save-On-Foods (sale) | $10.00 |
| Philadelphia Cream Cheese | Lakeview IGA (sale) | $3.97 | Costco (sale) | $10.49 |
| Olympic Krema Yogurt 8x100g | Save-On-Foods (sale) | $4.79 | Walmart Supercentre (sale) | $11.47 |
| Nature's Path multigrain oatbran cereal | Giant Tiger (sale) | $3.97 | Save-On-Foods (sale) | $8.99 |
| General Mills Fiber One cereal | Lakeview IGA (sale) | $3.99 | Safeway (sale) | $8.99 |
What the Numbers Mean
The difference between the highest and lowest price for Drinkable Yogurt is 217%. For Kellogg's breakfast cereal, the gap is 200%. These multiplied savings add up quickly over a month of shopping.
It is also worth noting that Walmart Supercentre had the highest price for Olympic Krema Yogurt 8x100g at $11.47, while Save-On-Foods had it for $4.79. This shows that no single store is cheapest for everything.
Bottom Line
Walmart Supercentre is a strong choice for several staples, but check flyers for Lakeview IGA and Giant Tiger for specific sale items. Be aware that many of the lowest prices listed above, such as the $3.47 yogurt at Walmart and the $3.97 cream cheese at Lakeview IGA, are temporary sale prices.
Help Us Track Prices in Calgary
Prices change weekly. Help us keep our data accurate by submitting the prices you see in your local stores. Your contributions help everyone in Calgary save money.
This analysis is based on community-submitted prices from 13 grocery chains across Calgary.