Naomi Szeben
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 8/20/2026
Statistics Canada reports retail sales up 0.6% in June at $74.3B
The agency said Friday its advance estimate for July pointed to a decline of 0.8% for the month, though it cautioned the figure would be revised. - 8/20/2026
Turning custom specialty drinks into high-margin foot traffic
A deep-dive into the QSR beverage boom with actionable advice on how c-stores can convert cold drink platforms into primary traffic drivers. - 8/20/2026
Deadline looms as Trump's 50% tariffs set to kick in just after midnight
Unless officials are able to finalize a trade agreement, the tariff threat is set to take effect just after midnight today. - 8/19/2026
How c-stores can use QSR strategies to drive foodservice growth
Insights from Cleveland Research Company and Sprint Mart on menu innovation, customization and operations. - 8/19/2026
Some shoppers say 'not a chance' they'll Buy American booze if Ontario brings it back
The ban on American booze has emerged as a key sticking point in Canada's trade negotiations with the United States, but some Ontarian shoppers claim they will continue to boycott alcohol from the U.S. - 8/19/2026
Manitoba premier open to lifting U.S. booze ban but hopes Canadians won't buy it
Manitoba premier Wab Kinew says said part of the deal also requires provinces to drop restrictions on buying American. - 8/19/2026
Circle K's new campaign leverages gamified loyalty and summer drink customization
Circle K Canada launches "What's Your Swirl Personality?" combining Froster drink customization, social media gamification and digital Beverage Club rewards. - 8/19/2026
National Retail Solutions integrates POS platform directly with Uber Eats
Direct POS integration connects independent retailers to on-demand delivery customers across North America. - 8/19/2026
The Independent Convenience Stores Alliance calls for answers from Health Canada over tobacco packaging enforcement
ICSA is asking Health Canada to explain what happened, confirm whether the situation is under investigation and outline steps to protect retailers from being left with inventory that should never have been delivered. - 8/19/2026
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a statement that the new deal reinforces and builds on Canada's existing trade advantages with the U.S.
