Preferences Surrounding Grocery Shopping Practices Within the University of Saskatchewan Community

This research was done as a part of a first year nutrition course, NUTR230, and was directed towards the University of Saskatchewan community. Data was gathered in the format of a survey, which was posted to the platform Survey Monkey. Our goal is to better understand the purchasing habits and preferences of students in relation to grocery shopping. To further our understanding, we wish to evaluate the choices made by students when purchasing groceries. These choices include the nutritional aspects of food, availability, delivery options, distance, pricing, sources, safety, etc. In addition, our group will explore what barriers play a role in the purchasing choices made by students. We also plan to investigate whether shopping preferences have changed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic