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CICC releases new study on contraband tobacco in Canada
Study finds the illicit tobacco market is booming, and in some cases surpassing legal sales.
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Grocery and drugstore retailer Metro reports $219.9M fourth-quarter profit
Food same-store sales were up 2.2% in the fourth quarter, with online food sales up 27.6%.
Operations
Crime management for convenience store operators
With shoplifting costing Canadian retailers a staggering $5 billion annually, convenience stores are on the front line of a growing theft crisis. Experts discuss security measures, including AI-enabled surveillance and loss prevention technology, to help operators protect their businesses and staff.
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Highlights from the 2024 Coffee Association of Canada Conference
Industry leaders gather to discuss big issues and opportunities for those who harvest, roast and sell coffee.
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Pringles Canada continues partnership with Movember
Mr. P embraces the Movember tradition of shaving his iconic moustache to raise awareness about men’s mental health.
Skip unveils Canada's most ordered foods and TikTok-trending treats for 2024
From Butter Chicken to Freeze-Dried Candy topped Canadians' orders this year.
Canada’s inflation rate ticks back up to 2% in October, StatCan says
A major driving factor of the uptick in headline inflation was gasoline prices.
Small grocers challenge rule requiring them to recycle beverage alcohol containers
A big bone of contention is the lack of available retail footprint to make it work, as well as extra staff they would have to hire.
Nestlé named one of the World's Best Employers
Forbes’ list based on input from more than professionals working in companies across 50 countries.
'Keep that legacy going': Siblings revive one of Alberta's oldest general stores
Built in 1902, the shop is believed to be one of the oldest in Alberta and has long served as a gathering spot in the hamlet of Namao.
Insights to drive sweet success with chocolate sales
Chocolate-obsessed Canadians push sales higher for convenience stores, as vendors innovate to meet consumers’ evolving needs.
Ask the Expert: Enhancing retail security through community collaboration and Technology
Leveraging technology and fostering strong partnerships, convenience stores and gas stations can enhance security measures.
Rokt partners with Skip to expand retail media program into Canada
Rokt's AI technology will enable the delivery network to offer relevant messages to its customers across Canada.
Subway unveils new global restaurant design
First Fresh Forward design has been adopted by 20,000 restaurants worldwide.
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A turning point for Canada’s convenience industry?
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Embracing the holiday rush: A guide for convenience store operators
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The hidden opportunity of beverage alcohol sales at convenience stores
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Oct 1, 2024
The International Centre: Toronto
2024 Star Women in Convenience Awards Event
From Mar 4, 2025 to Mar 5, 2025
The International Centre: Toronto
The 2025 Convenience U CARWACS Show
Beverage Alcohol
Independent grocers ask Competition Bureau to investigate alcohol sales requirements in Ontario
Convenience stores, LCBO navigate growing pains with roll out of beverage alcohol
'We feel hoodwinked': Ontario grocers wary of new recycling rules with alcohol sales
Manitoba government looks at more public liquor sales in grocery stores
Operations
A turning point for Canada’s convenience industry?
Rising retail theft: How to protect your staff and store
When it comes to operating a car wash, rules and safety matter
Walmart Canada raises $4.3 million to help nourish children's potential
Forecourt
Suncor to return all excess cash to shareholders after hitting debt target early
Canadian Tire and Petro-Canada leaders discuss plans to rebrand 19 retail fuel sites by year-end
Tourmaline, Clean Energy open two new natural gas fuelling stations in Alberta
Are you ready for the EV-olution?
Foodservice
Maple Leaf Foods earns $17.7M in Q3, sales rise as it works to spin off pork business
Tim Hortons holiday menu and drinks return for Christmas
Frozen meals going beyond convenience
Nescafé Fusion delivers personalized coffee experience
C-Store IQ: National Shopper Study
2024 C-store IQ National Shopper Study
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Mark VII Equipment to debut Car Wash Alliance at the SEMA 2024
Triumph Car Wash appoints Jason Kusznir as director of marketing
Canadian Carwash Association 2024 webinar series
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