Manitoba's NDP government delivers tax cuts, rebates in first postelection budgetHold on fuel tax continues, while vape tax to increase. It's a bittersweet Easter for chocolate lovers and African cocoa farmers, but big brands see profitsChocolate eggs and bunnies are more expensive than ever. Alimentation Couche-Tard seeing low-income customers cut back on store visits: CEO New habits reflected in the company's salty, confectionary and grocery categories. Candy companies pitch gum as a stress reliever and concentration aid to revive stale U.S. sales Globally, gum sales burst during pandemic, but are on the rise again. Tim Hortons adds new retro-inspired merchandise in celebration of its anniversary New merchandise plays with theme of modern nostalgia, vintage colour palettes and logo from company's past. Higher chocolate prices part of wider trend as climate, other factors disrupt supply What does this mean for the confection business? Alimentation Couche-Tard reports lower earnings due to economic headwinds Company still reported strong fresh food sales and growth in its loyalty program. Health Minister Mark Holland vows to crackdown on nicotine pouches Imperial Tobacco addresses accusations of exploiting a loophole to get Health Canada approval for its oral nicotine pouch. Starbucks joining SkipTheDishes Canadian Starbucks customers can now order Starbucks food and beverages from its more than 600 stores using Skip. DavidsTea bringing “Tea-2-Go” to 1,500 Couche-Tard/Circle K stores in Canada DavidsTea will open full tea bar concept at seven Couche-Tard locations offering hot and iced teas. First Previous 5 6 7 8 9 Next Last