Naomi Szeben
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 5/27/2026
Montreal businesses feel effect of Canadiens playoff run on customer traffic
Sporting events increase foot traffic and potential basket size for both large and independent c-stores. - 5/26/2026
RBH: Federal action needed to protect Canadians from illegal tobacco market
Following a rise in unregulated nicotine sales, Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. outlines how federal enforcement can eliminate contraband products and recover lost tax revenue. - 5/26/2026
Manitoba politicians pull all-nighter debating budget bill with food tax cut
The bill contains several measures, including eliminating provincial sales tax on prepared meals, snacks and soft drinks at grocery and convenience stores. - 5/25/2026
CSNC EXCLUSIVE Q&A: How Hershey Canada uses convenience store activations to spike foot traffic
Hershey Canada’s Sana Goguen breaks down the retail strategy behind the "I Love Reese’s Day" Circle K takeover and how high-visibility experiential marketing drives c-store sales. - 5/25/2026
Fact File: Claims higher ethanol fuel blends damage cars exaggerated, expert says
The truth behind the rumours: Experts clear the air about 15% ethanol blends. - 5/25/2026
Simply Spiked makes a bold move
The RTD invites Canadians to try its new hard soda by launching an online matchmaking campaign. - 5/25/2026
Gas price regulations don't work, says critic
Progressive Conservative finance critic Don Monahan says the fuel price regulations have done nothing to help consumers at the pump. - 5/25/2026
Shell and Scene+ partner to add more perks to their loyalty program
By partnering with Shell Canada and Tangerine, the Scene+ loyalty program brings customers more opportunities to save at the pump. - 5/24/2026
CFIB calls out lack of progress on DTC alcohol agreement
With the May deadline approaching, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says there has been little progress in interprovincial alcohol shipping reforms. - 5/24/2026
Tim Hortons ramps up local hiring
Tim Hortons launched a national campaign across TV, digital, paid social and in-restaurant channels, inviting all Canadians to apply to join a Tim Hortons restaurant this summer.
