2023 CEMA Conference highlightsThe 2023 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference took place in Toronto last week. Activist investor puts pressure on Parkland Fuel, criticizes business practicesEngine Capital LP has also been pushing the c/gas operator and retailer to sell its B.C. refinery. Quebec proposes new ban on vaping, industry associations react in big way Read the open letter from the CICC and comments from the CVA. Minnesota is latest to settle with e cigarette maker Juul Juul says deal is one step closer to the "total resolution of the company's past." Contraband and crime The clock is ticking and governments need to act. NDP aim to prevent liquor bills from passing in Manitoba The Opposition New Democrats say they plan to use procedural rules to prevent liquor sales in new retail stores. Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 4.5% The central bank once again held its key interest rate steady this week and bumped its growth forecast for 2023. Juul Labs to pay US$462 million in U.S. settlement The vape-product manufacturer will pay six states for its role in the youth vaping surge. Grocery's power imbalance has politicians, shoppers questioning rising prices Mom-and-pop style business is increasingly rare in Canada's highly consolidated market. Alberta Retailers Coalition calls on Minister to address contraband tobacco The retailers’ advocacy group says a Tobacco Prevention Task Force could help curb escalating crime in the province. First Previous 45 46 47 48 49 Next Last
