Beverage Alcohol

Curfew comes to an end in Quebec, as new rules kick in

What does this mean for convenience operators?
7-Eleven Canada opens the taps on serving beverage alcohol

Pilot in Edmonton now offers beer, wine and coolers for on-premises consumption or takeout.
NB's minimum wage hike will create “unsustainable” economic climate for c-stores: CICC & ACSA

Industry associations proposed solution, outlining four-point action plan to support retailers.
Government needs to help solve LCBO Convenience Outlet issues

C-store operators are hesitant to voice concerns for fear of retribution.
7-Eleven expands on-demand alcohol delivery to more than 1,200 U.S. stores

Retailer teams up with Drizly, an Uber company, after successful pilot.
OCSA teams up with Liquid Avatar Technologies for Smart Age, a digital age verification program

As the industry looks for more opportunities to sell age-restricted products, transparency and enhanced verification tools will become increasingly important.
CICC calls on Ontario to allow convenience stores to sell local craft beer, wine, coolers

Proposal designed to support local businesses and provide choice.
LCBO Convenience Outlets dealing with new $250 delivery fee

Weekly, it could add $13,000 to operators' expenses.

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