Tom Venetis

Contributing columnist, OCTANE

Author Profile

Tom Venetis is a 30+ year journalism veteran, starting as a business reporter with Canadian Press and later went on to cover Canada’s fast-growing technology business sector in the 90s and early 2000s for many B2B and news organizations. He is now a respected automotive business writer and commentator, appearing on CBC Radio. The former associate editor of Convenience Store News Canada and OCTANE Magazine, is now a freelance contributor and author of the Charging Ahead Column. Tom is also an avid book and jazz and classical record collector.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

5/13/2024
'A steadfast champion of Atlantic Canada': Oil executive Arthur Irving dies at age 93
Irving's death comes as the company's Saint John refinery is undergoing a "strategic review" to determine its future.

Tom Venetis
5/13/2024
Frito Lay Canada issues recall for several products due to health risk
Product recalled include SunChips Harvest Cheddar Flavour Multigrain Snacks and Munchies Original Snack Mix.

Tom Venetis
5/12/2024
Health groups ask Ontario to develop alcohol strategy ahead of looser prohibition
Province has said it will spend $10 million to support social responsibility and public health efforts.

Tom Venetis
5/12/2024
Harvey's partners with PepsiCo Beverages Canada for summer drink campaign
Initiative meant to celebrate Canadian summers with affordable frozen drinks.

Tom Venetis
5/9/2024
Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign raises nearly $18.8 million for charities
Over 600 charities and community groups across Canada and in the United States benefiting from the annual campaign.

Tom Venetis
5/8/2024
Mark VII Equipment appoints Uwe Scharfy as new CEO
Uwe will be responsible for driving the company’s strategic vision, leading its growth Initiatives.

Tom Venetis
5/7/2024
Suncor releases first-quarter results for 2024
Energy producer will outline it plans and goals for the next three year on May 21 webcast to investors.

Tom Venetis
5/7/2024
Perrier launches new flavours for Canadian c-stores, grocers
Maison Perrier Forever and Chic will be in conveniences retailers and grocery stores across Canada in time for summer.

Tom Venetis
5/7/2024
Court determines Gen7 Fuel bank accounts not part of OTE's insolvency process
Court accepts KPMG request to release all funds of the Indigenous-owned chain of retail gas and convenience stores.

Tom Venetis
5/6/2024
Dasani coming with refreshed packaging, formula and campaign
Coca‑Cola Company’s fourth-largest brand is getting a new visual look to stand out in the water aisle.

Tom Venetis