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

12/18/2024
Conagra Brands reports a return to growth in second quarter results for fiscal 2025
Consumers prioritizing affordability and value when it comes to their spending.

Tom Venetis
12/17/2024
Canada’s inflation rate down a tick to 1.9% in November
Inflation has hovered around the Bank of Canada's 2% target for several months now, clearing the path for the bank to lower interest rates.

Tom Venetis
12/17/2024
High Tide continues its growth across Canada
High Tide to open two new Canna Cabana stores in Alberta and Ontario

Tom Venetis
12/16/2024
Quebec adopts rule banning sale of most new gas-powered vehicles by 2035
Government says the new rules will help it reach its goal of electrifying its transportation network.

Tom Venetis
12/16/2024
Parkland's Marcel Teunissen named president, Parkland North America
Brad Monaco, current vice-president, finance Canada named interim chief financial officer.

Tom Venetis
12/15/2024
Car wash drying systems: doing more with less
Car wash drying systems are advancing to be quieter and more effective, while using less power.

Tom Venetis
12/15/2024
Hershey rejects takeover offer from Mondelez
Takeover offer was the second attempt by Mondelez to take on chocolate maker.

Tom Venetis
12/15/2024
Rabba with Danone and partners make holiday donation to Food Banks Mississauga
Over 2,500 lbs of food were delivered to support local families.

Tom Venetis
12/15/2024
Coca‑Cola Company names Henrique Braun EVP and COO
Helene Gayle retires from her duties as a director at the company.

Tom Venetis
12/15/2024
7-Eleven Canada opens first licensed restaurant in Winnipeg
Restaurant reflects the convenience store giant's commitment to foodservice in Canada.

Tom Venetis