Theft rising, shoplifters more aggressive: Tips to deter crimeSome retailers have changed their approach to focus on deterring theft, rather than prosecution. 2022 snacking habits present growth opportunities for convenienceResearch shows consumers’ pandemic-related snacking habits continue to evolve, which means is good news for c-stores and manufacturers. Canada's gasoline prices breaking records as crude oil tops US$90 a barrel North American refinery margins are also at all-time highs. Retail sales climbed 0.7% in November to $58.1B, Statistics Canada says Canadians spent more on gasoline, food and beverages 'I'm out of gas:' Leadership burnout on the rise as pandemic takes mental health toll New research has found an extreme level of exhaustion among many Canadian workers: Many say they're more stressed now than during initial lockdowns. Kerry’s Global Taste Charts for 2022 predict the top new flavours Here's what Canadians are hankering for when it comes to snacks and beverages. Conscious consumerism in convenience Understanding the evolving the ethical priorities of your customers will help grow your business. OPEC, allies keep gradually pumping more oil amid omicron Oil prices also are being supported because some countries have not been able to keep up with their share of production, limiting supply. EV rebate program topped up with $73 million in fall economic update Liberals promise to spend another $1.5 billion on the rebates over the next four years. Canada looks to retool EV rebate program to include more expensive SUVs, pickups In 2020, more than three in four new vehicles registered in Canada were pickup trucks and SUVs, while passenger cars made up only one in five. First Previous 43 44 45 46 47 Next Last