Ottawa to go ahead with trucker vaccine mandate after stating it would scrap it Rules for truckers crossing into Canada from the United States will come into effect this Saturday. Pressure mounting for grocers to bring back 'hero pay' amid Omicron surgeUnifor national president Jerry Dias says frontline retail workers are at risk. Ottawa loosens eligibility requirements on pandemic relief for businesses, workers The Local Lockdown Program will now offer wage and rent subsidies ranging between 25 and 75% to employers who are subject to capacity restrictions. Retail Council of Canada announces new Quebec president Michel Rochette to lead the organization's Quebec office. On your corner, in your corner: Fighting for Canada’s convenience channel A look back on convenience in 2021. 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. New Brunswick announces $2 per hour increase in minimum wage, to hit $13.75 in 2022 New Brunswick's current minimum wage of $11.75 per hour is the lowest in the country and well behind that of neighbouring Atlantic provinces. 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. Update on Grocery Code of Conduct Government wants progress by December and concrete elements by March. First Previous 33 34 35 36 37 Next Last