ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 3/5/2026
Midnight munchies: Nearly one-third of Canadians snack late at night
Busy schedules, screen habits and casual eating routines are reshaping when and where Canadians eat, creating opportunities for snack and grab-and-go sales. - 3/5/2026
Couche-Tard recognized by Gallup for workplace engagement
This marks the fifth consecutive year the global convenience retailer has received the honour. - 3/5/2026
A&W reports steady growth in fiscal 2025, opens 26 new restaurants
Canadian quick-service chain posts higher sales and earnings while declaring quarterly dividend. - 3/5/2026
One year later, ‘buy Canadian’ sentiment remains strong
Food consumption for Canadian products was up 2% last year, while American products were down 2%. - 3/2/2026
From TikTok to the till: Making the protein surge work in convenience
Fuelling online food trends are a desire for simple ingredients, health, good looks and longevity. - 3/1/2026
Subway Canada bottles iconic all-dressed flavour in new Ruffles-inspired sauce
The launch of the sauce, developed and produced in Canada, coincides with National Chip Day on March 14. - 3/1/2026
Various brands of Curry Powder Madras recalled due to undeclared mustard
Canadian Food Inspection Agency is conducting a food safety investigation that could result in additional recalls. - 3/1/2026
Energy prices surge as tanker disruptions, facility shutdowns, rattle global supply
Uncertainty continues around how the attacks on Iran and Middle East instability will affect the economy. - 3/1/2026
Sweet spot: How bakery goods keep convenience-gas customers coming back for more
From muffins and cookies to seasonal treats, baked goods are proving to be a high-margin, impulse-driven category (especially when paired with a strong coffee program). - 3/1/2026
EcoTank expanding Ontario production of bulk washer fluid dispensers
Investment of $1.67 million will fund construction of a new manufacturing facility in Dufferin County, northwest of Toronto.