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Alberta moves to designate official Alberta whisky label

With 45 distillers producing whisky in Alberta, most of which are small craft distillers, Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally says proposed legislation will boost local economy.

Canadian whiskey

Bank of Canada holds key rate as Macklem downplays recession talk

While Macklem said that while the economy is weak, he wouldn't say it's in a recession.

Plugged into profit: Mobile accessories as a high-profit retail category

Mobile accessories are a valuable and growing category, as impulse buys and travel needs drive demand.

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Health experts tell Quebec politicians there are no benefits from energy drinks

The Quebec government has until Friday to pass a slew of bills, including the energy drink ban, before the parliamentary session ends. It will be the last session before the general election scheduled for October.

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World Cup driving spike in counterfeit goods, Canadian, U.S. border officials say

Canadian and U.S. border law enforcement officials said Friday they expect to see a surge in counterfeit goods linked to the World Cup.

Beverages

Guru to accuse Pepsi bottler of abusing dominant position at Competition Tribunal

Guru has valued the case at $15 million, which it says is the amount Pepsi Bottling Group has derived from allegedly abusing its position.
Beverage Alcohol

Straight up problems: Retailers describe LCBO system transition that’s "on the rocks"

Retailers reveal growing pains behind Ontario’s transition to a new alcohol ordering and claims platform, and some advice to overcome setbacks.
Beverages

Jones Soda rolls out "Fallout" game-inspired flavours

The soda company announced a multi-flavoured 12-pack will arrive in club stores across the United States and Canada.
Operations

Government seeks input on trademark changes for "Place of Origin" products

The consultation will explore expanding "place of origin" trademark protections on alcohol products, industrial products and some crafts with a special focus on Indigenous knowledge.
Operations

Fifth straight rate hold expected as Bank of Canada meets Wednesday

The central bank held its policy rate at 2.25% when it last met in April. Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem at the time did not rule out future adjustments depending on how risks play out.
News

Quebec health minister to table bill to protect teens from energy drinks

Maïté Blanchette Vézina told reporters Thursday that she does not want to rush legislation that would restrict or ban the sale of the drinks.
Research

Economy adds 88,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls to 6.6%: StatCan

Growth last month was concentrated in full-time work, StatCan said, and was widespread across industries.
Foodservice

Saputo reports $157 million in Q4 net earnings, up from previous year

CEO Carl Colizza says the company has sharpened its portfolio to focus on higher-return opportunities.
Beverage Alcohol

LCBO says wholesale modernization is a marathon, not a sprint

Retailers and suppliers urged to prepare for ongoing changes as Gateway platform evolves, execs tell attendees at Drinks Ontario Annual Conference.

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2026 C-store IQ National Shopper Study

Data-driven insights into the evolving wants, needs, perspectives and habits of today’s convenience and forecourt customers.

May/June 2026

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Sep 23, 2026
Toronto
2026 Star Women in Convenience Awards + SWIC Luncheon
From Sep 23, 2026 to Sep 25, 2026
Toronto
CICC 2026 Summit
Mar 9, 2027
Toronto Congress Centre
2027 Future Leaders in Convenience + Car Wash Awards
From Mar 9, 2027 to Mar 10, 2027
Toronto Congress Centre
The Convenience U CARWACS Show

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