Up your promo gameHere's how smaller chains and independents can work with vendors to boost their bottom lines. Consumers lean on loyalty programs to help manage runaway inflationFrom gas to groceries, shoppers are looking for ways to save money. Running on empty As inflation continues to push up gas prices and lower profits, CICC is advocating for governments to take action. 2022 Star Women in Convenience winner: Carolane Juanéda Shining Star 'Every dollar counts': Ontario gas tax cut brings some relief amid record prices Ontario government cut the gas tax by 5.7 cents per litre until the end of the year. Ontario Liberals pledge to remove HST from prepared food under $20 Liberal Leader Steven Del Duca says this will save office workers grabbing lunch. Inflation influencing consumers' purchasing behaviour: Study Consumers are looking for deals, making promotional tactics key. Ontario government introduces legislation to temporarily cut gas, fuel taxes Break won't happen until if/after Conservatives get elected. No dip with chips Potato chips sales surge, as c-stores reap the benefits of Frito-Lay Loblaw dispute and consumers' hankering for salty snacks. How to connect with generation Z consumers Demographic views mobile devices as an extension of themselves. Canadian consumers hard hit by rising food prices Survey finds one in five Canadians will change where they shop because of high costs. Alberta to reduce gas tax, offering $150 rebate on electricity bills Alberta drivers are facing gas prices of $1.50 a litre or more. First Previous 6 7 8 9 10 Next Last