2026 Star Women in Convenience winner: Saadia AlleyneSHINING STAR Statistics Canada reports retail sales up 0.5% at $73 billion in AprilStatistics Canada says retail sales rose 0.5% to $73.0 billion in April, helped higher by increased sales at gas stations and auto dealers. Economy adds 88,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls to 6.6%: StatCan Growth last month was concentrated in full-time work, StatCan said, and was widespread across industries. CSNC Exclusive: How c-stores can use loyalty programs to drive sales CSNC speaks with Joel Percy, vice president of Eagle Eye to talk about using loyalty to close the gap between c-store traffic and spending. Suncor first-quarter earnings jump to $2.1B as it reports record production Record production drives Q1 profits to $2.1B. How to build, manage and strengthen customer loyalty Valuable customers return frequently, make repeat purchases and recommend your business to others. Keeping their loyalty is essential to your success. Statistics Canada reports January retail sales up 1.1% to $70.7B Core retail sales, which exclude gasoline stations and fuel vendors and motor vehicle and parts dealers, rose 0.9% in January. PHOTO GALLERY AND DAY 1 RECAP: Convenience U CARWACS Show draws industry leaders to new Toronto venue to tackle today’s hot topics Artificial intelligence, store safety, alcohol and low-alcohol beverages, future fuels and consumer trends were among the key themes on Day 1 at the conference. Couche-Tard to focus on core platforms while pursuing targeted investments After ending bid to buy 7-Eleven parent last year, 2026 strategy aims to fully use the power of its scale and network for growth. Suncor posts record production in fourth quarter, adjusted profit nudges downward Adjusted operating earnings were $1.33 billion, or $1.10 per share. 1 2 Next Last
