Strategy

Retailers often refer to the “100 Days of Summer” as the period between the May long weekend and Labour Day. This is the peak selling season—when traffic surges, basket sizes grow, and execution matters most.

Empire Co. is starting to remove some signage meant to highlight Canadian products from its store shelves.

The DoorDash offer comes as gas prices have been increasing since war broke out in the Middle East, stymying the flow of fuel through the Strait of Hormuz.

Here’s how sugar, sodium and sat-fats data is influencing c-store customers.

Convenience stores can score big on game day cravings with themed snacks, and prepared food choices.

From no-and-low alcohol options to diet-friendly snacks, Technomic reveals the latest insights on how to expand offerings beyond basic staples.

As Skip activates around the JUNO Awards, retailers may find opportunities to tie promotions to watch parties around Canada’s biggest music event.

From GLP-1-driven snacking trends to social impact initiatives, EV charging and foodservice innovation, Day 2 sessions explored the forces reshaping convenience and fuel retail.

When executed well, foodservice transforms a convenience store from a transactional stop into a destination.

Rising oil prices can lead to higher freight rates, increased fuel costs and higher food prices.