ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

• 1/7/2026

  2026 Industry Outlook

  Leaders from across Canada weigh in on the issues, trends and opportunities shaping their businesses and the channel.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/7/2026

  7-Eleven’s Joe DePinto stepping down after 20 years at company’s helm

  Stan Reynolds and Doug Rosencrans appointed as interim Co-CEOs.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/6/2026

  Tim Hortons partners with Canadian Olympic, Canadian Paralympic Committees

  At the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Tim Hortons will serve coffee to Team Canada athletes and their families, plus coaches and staff.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/5/2026

  KaleMart24 continues rapid growth with new franchise partnership and Toronto opening

  KaleMart24 making its Toronto debut with new location on Yonge Street.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/5/2026

  Publicis Toronto to lead 7-Eleven Canada’s brand and creative initiatives

  As Agency of Record, company will oversee 7-Eleven’s creative and strategic development for brand and campaign initiatives.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/4/2026

  Amanda Marshall announced as chief lottery officer at OLG

  Marshall will oversee efforts to unlock new commercial opportunities and improve player experiences.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/4/2026

  Subway Canada releases Fresh Fit Menu for the new year

  QSR now offering five protein-packed sandwiches to Canadians.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/4/2026

  Tim Hortons reveals Canada's favourite menu items of 2025

  In 2025, the top donut was the Apple Fritter, and Chocolate Glazed was Canada's favourite Timbits flavour.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 1/4/2026

  Seven & i Holdings’ Stephen Dacus gives New Year’s address on year ahead

  President & CEO of 7-Eleven parent company sees challenges and paths for success in 2026.

  Tom Venetis

  
• 12/18/2025

  Inside the new sentiment boom driving card sales

  From laughs to pop-up designs, a look at what’s shaping the card category.

  Tom Venetis