B.C.'s new tobacco taxes a blow to c-store operatorsThe Convenience Industry Council of Canada says the tax increases will fuel the contraband market. 'I wish I could get the vaccine tomorrow': Front-line retail workers struggle with anxietyDespite being deemed essential and continuing to go into work as stay-at-home orders are renewed, most have yet to receive a vaccine. Booster shots: Consumers turn to functional beverage shots for energy and health Canadians want to bolster their immunity—and fast. It’s a hot category poised to hold its heat this year. Beverage variety is key to healthy hydration Balanced Calorie Initiative is helping drive a boon of healthier choices in the beverage aisle. Electric vehicle sales surge, putting B.C. on track for emission reductions Province has the highest reported uptake rate of electric vehicles in North America. Vape expectations: An interview with Michael Nederhoff of Juul Labs Canada Nederhoff announced April 13 that he is leaving Juul, however his insights and advice still make for an interesting read. OLG Plinko promo a success C-stores accounted for 84% of all Plinko sales for a total of $58 million in sales. Three quarters of oil and gas sector could be displaced in move to cut emissions Efforts and resources to cut emissions should be matched by efforts and resources to help workers displaced in the process. Majority of Nova Scotians support selling beer and wine in convenience stores CICC survey finds those who had purchased beer or wine within the last 60 days were more likely to support this idea, compared to those who had not purchased beer or wine recently. About one in seven young Canadians are regular vape users: Statistics Canada The report reinforces signs of a generational divide in nicotine consumption habits. First Previous 52 53 54 55 56 Next Last