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

3/13/2024
New packaging from Impossible Foods looks to welcome more to plant-based foods
New packaging and brand identity meant to increase awareness of plant-based foods amongst consumers.

Tom Venetis
3/12/2024
Danone Canada Awarded Parity Certification by Women in Governance
Certification based on comprehensive assessment an organization's commitment to creating gender parity in the workplace.

Tom Venetis
3/11/2024
Subway Canada adding new freshly sliced meats to its menu
Additions are part of the sandwich maker’s efforts to enhance the customer experience.

Tom Venetis
3/10/2024
B.C. RCMP announce seizure of millions of dollars worth of contraband cigarettes
Seizure of 133,000 cartons of cigarettes said to be a “major blow” to organized groups.

Tom Venetis
3/9/2024
Preparing for beverage alcohol in Ontario in the countdown to 2026
Questions remain about margins and rules that will govern the sale of beer and wine in convenience stores.

Tom Venetis
3/9/2024
Alcohol excise tax capped for two more years
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s announcement pauses tax raise set for April 1.

Tom Venetis
3/7/2024
Yukon government looks to take part in federal vaping tax program
The bill tabled in the legislative assembly aims to tackle growing youth vaping in the territory.

Tom Venetis
3/6/2024
Petro-Canada and Canadian Tire launch loyalty partnership
Canadians can now join their Petro Canada Petro Points and Canadian Tire Triangle Rewards loyalty programs for more benefits and rewards.

Tom Venetis
3/6/2024
Jason Blake takes over as president of PepsiCo Beverages Canada
Blake succeeds Mike Ruff, who is moving into the role of president of the PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) North Division.

Tom Venetis
3/5/2024
Leadership, AI, economic confidence and beer in c-stores: Highlights from Day 2 of the C-store IQ Conference at The Convenience U CARWACS Show
Panelists speak about how AI can identify emerging customer trends and grabbing the discretionary spending of younger consumers.

Tom Venetis