Chris Daniels
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 11/26/2025
Grabbing gold with grab-and-go
The rise of branded foodservice in convenience How and why retailers are leveraging big names, co-branding and proprietary concepts to anchor foodservice programs that deliver on taste, trust and traffic. - 11/18/2025
New LCBO wholesale pricing model pushed to April
Move from January 1 to ensure the 2025 holiday season is not affected by the proposed changes. - 11/12/2025
Updated: Sunoco moves swiftly after Parkland takeover with major staff changes
With a wave of departures and integration underway, observers say the deal marks the start of a new chapter for the Canadian fuel and c-store industry—one defined by consolidation, cost-cutting and a push for North American brand alignment. - 11/5/2025
Get ready for Canada’s new food labels: 6 key questions answered
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, foods high in sugar, sodium or saturated fat will require new front-of-package warnings. Here’s what retailers and suppliers need to know about compliance, enforcement and how these changes could affect sales. - 10/19/2025
LCBO overhaul: Starting Jan. 1 pricing changes, alternative delivery partners may be on the way
Crown corporation unveils new pricing model to convenience retailers. - 10/14/2025
Circle K regionalizes Fuel Day to drive community giving
On Oct. 16, a portion of proceeds from every litre sold will be donated to regional charities: Make-A-Wish (Eastern Canada), Ontario Children’s Hospitals (Central Canada), and Support Our Troops (Western Canada). - 10/7/2025
Wired for growth
Armed with innovative technologies, fresh thinking and a passion for better-for-you products, KaleMart24 is redefining the modern convenience store with smart operations and bold plans to scale. - 10/5/2025
Smarter supply chains, stronger partnerships
Distributors are embracing tech innovations—from real-time inventory tracking to automated ordering systems—to deliver better service and build stronger relationships with convenience retailers. - 10/2/2025
CSNC EXCLUSIVE: Execs talk QSR partnership at Orangestore’s Little Caesars ribbon-cutting
North Sun Energy to bring the QSR pizza chain’s Express model to 18 Orangestore locations over the next few years. - 9/21/2025
CSNC EXCLUSIVE: 7-Eleven Canada lobbying to loosen Ontario beverage alcohol rules
Chain's leaders reflect on a “highly successful” first year of sales and discuss improvements to make the convenience channel even more competitive.
