Tom Venetis

Associate Editor, Convenience Store News Canada + 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 and is now associate editor of Convenience Store News Canada and Octane Magazine. Tom is also an avid book and jazz and classical record collector.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

11/12/2023
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges launches new smoke-free heated tobacco product
RBH’s product is the latest expansion of the company’s growing portfolio of smoke-free innovations.

Tom Venetis
11/9/2023
Stacy's Rise Project returns in Canada to support women entrepreneurs
Chosen businesses get $25,000 grant and access to mentorship program and support from PepsiCo Foods Canada and Frito Lay North America.

Tom Venetis
11/9/2023
Tim Hortons honours veterans and Canadian Armed Forces members on Remembrance Day
Restaurant owners across Canada to offer free hot beverages to veterans and Canadian Armed Forces on November 11.

Tom Venetis
11/9/2023
Suncor still hunting for cost savings after wave of job cuts
Chief executive Kruger says he will continue commitment to cost-cutting and simplifying Suncor's operations.

Tom Venetis
11/8/2023
Pringles Canada partners with Movember to spotlight men's mental health
Pringles is donating up to $125,000 and launching a social media campaign.

Tom Venetis
11/8/2023
Couche-Tard to release second quarter results for 2024 in late November
Company will hold a conference call on the results and answer questions on November 29.

Tom Venetis
11/6/2023
Alimentation Couche-Tard closes transaction for Mapco Express
European Commission gives permission for company to also acquire certain TotalEnergies assets.

Tom Venetis
11/6/2023
Ask the Expert: How is AI transforming gas station security?
Fuel theft and payment fraud are major security concerns. Jason Chiu of Axis Canada explains how AI-powered surveillance systems can help.

Tom Venetis
11/5/2023
Ontario’s plan to tax vaping products get support from two advocacy groups
Convenience industry criticizes new tax and urges province to focus on contraband.

Tom Venetis
11/5/2023
Tim Hortons announces first-ever national Holiday Smile Cookie campaign
All proceeds from each Holiday Smile Cookie sold will be donated directly to local charities and community groups across Canada.

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