Retailer Spotlights

Inside 7-Eleven's new Evolution Store in Texas

Retailer raises the bar with tacos, mobile checkout, bean to cup coffee, cigar bar and frozen Margaritas on tap. We had to ask: When is it coming to Canada?

Tobacco & Vaping

Saskatchewan budget: Drivers and power customers win; vapers lose

The province is introducing a 20% tax on the retail price of all vaping liquids, devices and products starting Sept. 1.

Foodservice

MTY Food Group profit slips amid drop in fast food sales at malls and office towers

MTY also operates foodservice at convenience and gas stations.

Tobacco & Vaping

Vape expectations: An interview with Michael Nederhoff of Juul Labs Canada

Company president talks about the challenges, responsibilities and opportunities as c-store operators navigate the ever-evolving vape category.
News & Trends

'The right thing to do:' Sobeys reinstates lockdown bonus for front-line workers

During the first wave of the pandemic last spring, many front-line retail workers received so-called hero pay.
Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle sales surge, putting B.C. on track for emission reductions

Province has the highest reported uptake rate of electric vehicles in North America.

Dollarama's founding Rossy family selling 2.2 million shares in retailer

The sale will be used to fund its commitments to charitable organizations, while the sales by GRI Investments and Neil Rossy were made for financial diversification purposes.
New funding for B.C. businesses affected by COVID-19 rules

Businesses with foodservice could be eligible for up to $10,000 in a one-time payment to cover expenses like perishables, rent or employee wages.
Canada launches hydrogen steering committee

Canada is one of the top 10 producers of hydrogen globally and a leading producer of fuel cells that use hydrogen.
Couche-Tard to expand it's "Fresh, Food, Fast" concept

The second wave of implementation will expand the program to 3,000 more stores throughout North America during fiscal 2022.
Ontario retailers adjust to new rules, non essential goods off limits to shoppers

The latest emergency measures enacted by the province reinforce the message that people should only be shopping for essential items.
New owners rebrand Nestlé Waters North America

The former business unit of Swiss food and beverage giant, now operates as BlueTriton Brands.