Naomi Szeben
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 9/19/2026
KaleMart24 expands Ontario footprint with new downtown Toronto franchise
New franchisees Parmeet and Dajit bring healthier choices and tech-driven retail to the wellness-centred convenience chain. - 9/17/2026
Bomb Scare at Beardy's & Okemasis' Cree Nation
Traffic was redirected away from Dodgie’s Convenience Store, and nearby residents were also advised to evacuate. - 9/17/2026
Odds of an interest rate hike from Bank of Canada this year have jumped
With inflation driving up inventory wholesale costs, gas station and convenience store operators could expect customers to cut back on purchases like snacks, beverages, and premium fuel. - 9/16/2026
Dollarama sees Iran war driving up freight costs, but unlikely to weigh on forecast
Dollarama, an indirect competitor to convenience stores for snacks and impulse purchases, says the prolonged war in Iran is expected to drive up freight costs for the rest of the year, but will not speculate further. - 9/16/2026
Metro and striking Laval, Que., distribution centre workers reach tentative deal
Metro, the owner of several small-format convenience and independent convenience store banners in Canada, has reached a tentative agreement with striking workers. - 9/16/2026
Carney says new EU partnership will go to debate, vote in Parliament
An enhanced partnership with the European Union will be debated and voted on in Canada's Parliament, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday following his address to the EU in France. - 9/16/2026
Jones Soda relaunches limited-edition Fallout-themed soda pack ahead of Fallout Day
Exclusive soda line resonates with game lovers to bring back popular 12-pack Nuka-Cola in glass bottles - 9/16/2026
McDougall Energy acquires Gra Ham Energy to expand Ontario aviation footprint
Sault Ste. Marie distributor takes over fuel assets and customer network in key deal. - 9/16/2026
Rabba Roots Charity Golf Classic supports local GTA communities
Annual Brampton event rallies key vendor partners to drive local charity giving and community impact across the greater Toronto area. - 9/15/2026
Katherine Harton named director of foodservices for Harnois Énergies
Harnois Énergies appoints Katherine Harton as director of foodservices to elevate convenience operations. - 9/15/2026
Ask Captain Car Wash: Home versus professional car wash
Captain Car Wash debunks popular misconceptions around the differences between washing cars at home and professional car washes.
