Michelle Warren
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 5/16/2021
Why convenience stores (even the big chains) should lean into local
In 2020, nearly 70% of consumers in both Canada and the United States primarily shopped locally in order to strengthen the local economy: Jackman Human Insights Study. - 5/13/2021
Restructuring on the table as new investor takes stake in 7-Eleven parent
Reports say ValueAct Capital believes the c-store business could be worth more if spun off. - 5/13/2021
Arlene Dickinson launches CPG growth ecosystem Venturepark
The company provides everything from capital to assistance with product development and marketing. - 5/10/2021
Giant Tiger discount chain expanding, plans to increase store count to 300
Industry watchers say retailer sits in a sweet spot between competitors, offering a more convenient layout than a big box store but a wider selection than a dollar store. - 5/10/2021
Companies offer vaccinated customers freebies and discounts in marketing push
Businesses that have struggled during the pandemic are willing to use brand recognition to advance an important message. - 5/10/2021
Starbucks Canada offers all employees three paid sick days until September
The pandemic has strengthened calls for businesses to provide workers with paid sick leave, as workplaces become a key site for the virus' transmission. - 5/10/2021
Suncor Energy and Atco working together on potential hydrogen project
Project would help reduce Alberta's carbon dioxide emissions - 5/10/2021
British Columbia to give workers three days of paid sick leave for COVID-19
About half of B.C. employees do not currently have access to paid sick leave. - 5/9/2021
PepsiCo Foods Canada to distribute Schneiders Premium Meat Snacks in Canada
Deal with Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is designed to boost distribution and grow brand. - 5/9/2021
SMEs can now access free COVID-19 rapid tests
The program designed to identify asymptomatic cases that might otherwise be missed, helping to curb the spread in the workplace, at home and around the community.
