Ontario c-stores licensed to sell beverage alcohol surpass 5,000 markC-stores and independent retailers have reported strong sales of beverage alcohol, robust consumer demand, according to LCBO. CICC takes stock of first year anniversary of beverage alcohol sales in OntarioWhile successful, more needs to be done to improve how beverage alcohol is distributed. Most new INS Market stores in Ontario to stock beverage alcohol INS Market stores already carrying alcohol have seen a substantial increase in consumer traffic. Ure’s Country Kitchen has found success in Ontario's expanded beverage alcohol market Investment in new cooler systems has made selling beverage alcohol easier for the Ure’s and their customers. Beverage alcohol: A year in review Sales are outpacing projections and some call it a 'lifeline.' CSNC speaks with operators across Ontario to uncover what’s working, what’s not and where the next phase of growth might be. The Beer Store announces more store closures Six more stores are closing on November 2nd, 2025. Supermarket private label booze gets frosty reception from Ontario’s smaller alcohol makers Letter sent to the Ontario government asks it to shelve idea of letting supermarket sell private label alcohol products. Sales of U.S. spirits in Canada plunge 66%, industry groups say The drop came as provinces removed U.S. products from store shelves as a protest against U.S. tariffs and threats of annexation. CSNC Exclusive: Apple watch Cider is a beverage alcohol category worth stocking, thanks to its history of dynamic growth, talented makers and thirsty consumers. More Beer Store locations to close next week across Ontario The Beer Store’s Ozzie Ahmed says the decision to close locations was not made lightly. First Previous 1 2 3 4 Next Last
