If you buy food or supplies in bulk — whether you run a restaurant, cater events, manage a café or bakery, or simply feed a very large family — A2Z Cash & Carry is a name worth knowing. They’ve expanded from a regional wholesale model into two notable locations: Windsor (Ontario) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). Below is a single, detailed blog that covers how A2Z was founded, what you’ll find in-store and online, who the business is built for, and the practical policies you should know before you shop.
Origins & the expansion to Windsor and Halifax
A2Z Cash & Carry grew out of a wholesale/importer background. Its parent company — Worldwide Wholesale — was established as an importer and distributor that focused on supplying foodservice and ethnic market needs. Building on that foundation, A2Z launched as a consumer- and business-facing cash & carry concept with a clear foodservice bent: case and bulk formats, competitive wholesale pricing, and an open, walk-in model for both businesses and the public.
Key timeline highlights:
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Parent company founded (Worldwide Wholesale): the business that later launched A2Z has roots as a food importer/distributor.
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A2Z launch (Windsor — flagship): A2Z opened its Windsor location as the brand’s early flagship store, positioning itself as a convenient wholesale supplier for local restaurants and big-volume shoppers.
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A2Z Halifax (Bayers Lake): A later Atlantic expansion brought A2Z to Halifax, adapting the same cash & carry model for the Maritimes and emphasizing wholesale-sized, restaurant-friendly assortments.
Store locations & how to reach them
A2Z Cash & Carry operates walk-in outlets in both Windsor and Halifax — welcoming both public shoppers and business accounts. Each location also enables online ordering, B2B login, and (in some regions) delivery.
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Windsor (Flagship) at 5188 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N0R 1L0, Canada
tel: +1 519-551-2303
Website: https://www.a2zcashandcarry.com
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Halifax (Bayers Lake) at 45 Lovett Lake Court, Halifax, NS B3S 1B8
tel: +1 902-709-0203
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Website: halifax.a2zcashandcarry.com
(Always check the site for current opening hours and promos.)
What A2Z sells — categories and standout items
A2Z is built to supply operators and large-quantity shoppers. Expect to see restaurant-sized, bulk and case formats across categories:
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Grocery & pantry — rice, flours, pulses, sugar, canned goods, sauces, oils, vinegars, spices and packaged snacks.
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Chilled & frozen — bulk dairy (milk, butter, paneer, cheese products), frozen proteins, ready-to-fry appetizers, frozen breads and desserts, and large-format ice cream.
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Fresh produce — standard and specialty produce in larger counts/weights suited to kitchens and catering.
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Meat & seafood (where supplied) — bulk poultry, beef, and seafood packs designed for foodservice.
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Service & packaging supplies — takeout containers, foil, cling wrap, baking sheets, and foodservice disposables.
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Janitorial supplies — bulk paper products, detergents, and cleaning consumables.
Who A2Z is for — customer profiles
A2Z serves a wide range of customers, but its core audience is foodservice operators:
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Restaurants, caterers, and food trucks — case sizes and price points are optimized for operators.
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Bakeries and cafés — for flour, dairy, sugar, and disposables.
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Small grocery/ethnic stores — resellers sourcing specialty and packaged items.
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Institutional buyers — schools, churches, or community centers cooking for groups.
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Bulk-minded households — families looking to save money buying in larger packs.
Shopping channels & services
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In-store walk-in shopping — both Windsor and Halifax welcome the public; no membership required.
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Online store & shipping — e-commerce sites ship across Canada (with regional differences).
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Local delivery — Windsor/Essex and other regions offer local delivery, sometimes with free thresholds.
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B2B account portal — recurring orders, invoicing, and business pricing.
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Promotions — new-location promos (such as Halifax’s launch offers) are common.
Key policies (practical summary)
When buying wholesale or in large volumes, the details matter. A2Z publishes its rules clearly on their sites:
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Returns & refunds — Non-perishable, unopened items may be returned within 7 days with proof of purchase. Perishables (produce, dairy, meat, frozen) are non-returnable. Refunds are processed as credit or back to payment.
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Shipping & delivery — Canada-wide shipping is available. Local free-delivery thresholds apply in some areas.
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Cookies & privacy — Standard essential and marketing cookies used on websites.
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Price match (B2B focus) — Competitive price-match available on identical items for wholesale buyers.
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Business accounts — Custom delivery terms, invoicing, and recurring order support.
👉 For full details, see the official policy pages:
Practical shopping tips
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Buy in case quantities for best value.
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Use the B2B portal if you’re a business.
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Plan deliveries to optimize storage and reduce spoilage.
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Check policies before buying perishables — they’re final sale.
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Watch social media for promotions and seasonal offers.
Final thought
A2Z Cash & Carry bridges the gap between wholesale supply and everyday retail convenience. Its Windsor and Halifax locations follow the same promise: bulk-friendly formats, competitive pricing tailored to foodservice, and open access to the public. For restaurants, caterers, and heavy-volume shoppers, A2Z functions as a practical one-stop source — provided you understand the perishable rules and the best ways to order.