Consumer Insights

Get ready for brand-new, never-before-released insights from the 2026 C-store IQ National Shopper Study—Canada’s only dedicated convenience and forecourt consumer research program. This year’s study uncovers the fast-shifting habits, expectations and motivations of shoppers across every generation, from Gen Z and Millennials to Gen X and Boomers.

Delivery apps deliver growth As the definition of convenience shifts, c-stores of all sizes are meeting customers where they’re at— increasingly, it’s their front door.

Convenience stores are well positioned to meet the foodservice and nutrition needs of a younger generation of shoppers.

Most Canadian shoppers still keen on purchasing Canadian-made goods from Canadian stores.

Sector adds $5.8 billion to Canada’s GDP amidst challenging business environment.

Premium and purpose-driven chocolate products are helping Canadian consumers indulge their chocolate sweet tooths.

Field Agent Canada finds Canadians are in a festive and giving mood this holiday season.

From the latest storage to displays, beverage machines and high-speed ovens, the right equipment can elevate foodservice operations and boost profits.