CSNC EXCLUSIVE: World Cup fever set to drive traffic for convenience retailersOperators anticipate all-day demand with increased traffic and cross-category sales as fans flood city cores and gathering spaces. With a new franchise plan, Enniskillen General Stores aims to scale up without losing local flavourOwner Thomas Sheehan talks about the evolution on the Ontario-based convenience chain, growth and ice cream. Kawartha Dairy launches limited edition Tragically Hip-inspired flavour The Tragically Hip will donate a portion of sales from The Tragically Chip ice cream to support the Breakfast Club of Canada. Granola more than breakfast: Cereal and bars gain foothold in snack aisles Once a breakfast staple, granola is gaining popularity as trail mix, salad toppings and even dessert mix-ins. Foodservice: Double-digit growth, billion-dollar stakes for convenience retailers Now is the time to invest in foodservice as consumers crave value, speed, flexibility and fun in a challenging economy. PepsiCo talks Bubly’s expansion into soda category with Bubly POP Sean Cauterman, marketing director, growth brands, discusses 'natural next step' for Bubly brand. Cold weather, war brought consumer 'softness' but didn't dent Tim Hortons Q1 sales The owner of Tim Hortons says the chain's sales were up from last year, even as some consumers felt pinched by the economy. Pork company Canada Packers says it is passing high fuel costs on to customers Canada Packers said high oil prices have made customer deliveries more expensive while the cost of fuel used on farms has also gone up. Use limited-time offers to boost sales LTOs can be an opportunity to try new products or food trends, share on social media and return for “before it’s too late.” Manitoba's grocery tax cut will expand to corner stores The premier of Manitoba will remove the tax on grocery items that were previously listed as "luxury tax" items. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last