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- 3/17/2026
Alimentation Couche-Tard reports higher year-over-year profit of US$757.2M
The company reported its third-quarter results yesterday after the closing of the TSX. - 3/15/2026
JUNO weekend creates merchandising opportunity for snacks, ready-to-eat foods
As Skip activates around the JUNO Awards, retailers may find opportunities to tie promotions to watch parties around Canada’s biggest music event. - 3/15/2026
Ontario to give retailers the option of opening on Family Day and Victoria Day
The bill would not change employee rights, including public holiday pay, premium pay and the right for many retail employees to refuse work on a public holiday. - 3/12/2026
Statistics Canada reports wholesale sales down in January as auto sector slips
Sales in the food, beverage and tobacco subsector rose 1.6% to $15.9 billion. - 3/11/2026
PHOTO GALLERY AND DAY 2 RECAP: Convenience U CARWACS Show offers insights on consumer behaviour, social impact and the future of foodservice and fuel
From GLP-1-driven snacking trends to social impact initiatives, EV charging and foodservice innovation, Day 2 sessions explored the forces reshaping convenience and fuel retail. - 3/8/2026
PHOTO GALLERY AND DAY 1 RECAP: Convenience U CARWACS Show draws industry leaders to new Toronto venue to tackle today’s hot topics
Artificial intelligence, store safety, alcohol and low-alcohol beverages, future fuels and consumer trends were among the key themes on Day 1 at the conference. - 3/8/2026
Middle East conflict could drive up costs across Canada's supply chains: experts
Rising oil prices can lead to higher freight rates, increased fuel costs and higher food prices. - 3/8/2026
'Wine tonight?:' Statistics Canada data shows liquor store sales down another year
Young people especially seem to have heard recent warnings about the health impacts of alcohol. Cost may be another factor. - 3/8/2026
CSNC Exclusive: Tamago Sando highlights 7-Eleven Canada’s focus on fresh, international menu items
Global inspiration is shaping the company’s fresh-food strategy and helping it compete in the QSR and grab-and-go space. - 3/5/2026
Many Canadian women seeing limited pathways to promotions, study finds
A majority of study respondents say they aren't professionally challenged or stimulated.