Retail

Product of the Year Canada announces 2026 award winners
The largest consumer survey of product innovation reveals winners in 40 categories, including several that feature heavily in convenience stores and a 7-Eleven Canada private label frozen treat.
Inspection ready: What every retail employer should know about MSDs
Common examples of musculoskeletal disorders include back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis. Left unaddressed, these injuries can lead to long-term or even permanent disabilities.

Asian flavours can open new doors for convenience retail

At the intersection of on-trend flavours, convenience and affordability, lies opportunity.
Petro Service acquires MI Petro to expand Western Canada footprint

The acquisition brings together two Canadian companies with more than three decades of experience in fuelling infrastructure and related services.
The art of retail customer service

Empowering staff to resolve issues quickly and independently is the most effective way to turn service failures around.
CNSC Exclusive Q&A: Sean Claessen on the evolution of loyalty programs

The chief strategy officer from Bond, a loyalty and customer engagement company, reflects on what the changes mean for operators and what's ahead for 2026.
Canadian Carwash Association announces agenda for 2026 Convenience U CARWACS Show

Join industry peers for speaker insights, education sessions, best practices for Canada’s car wash industry. Plus, the tour!
Jeremy Poty of Core-Mark Canada to discuss foodservice at 2026 Convenience U CARWACS Show C-store IQ Conference

Find out how convenience retailers of all sizes are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this key category with easy solutions designed to drive growth.
J.P. Wiser’s and Canada Dry team up for whisky & ginger ale RTD cocktail

The launch follows continued growth in RTD alcohol in convenience, particularly in single-serve formats featuring recognizable brands
Nostalgia and novelty fuelling changes in Canadian consumer tastes

Kerry’s Global Taste Charts highlight what’s 'now,' what's new and what’s next in consumer food tastes for 2026.

Product of the Year Canada announces 2026 award winners

Inspection ready: What every retail employer should know about MSDs

Asian flavours can open new doors for convenience retail

Petro Service acquires MI Petro to expand Western Canada footprint

The art of retail customer service

CNSC Exclusive Q&A: Sean Claessen on the evolution of loyalty programs

Canadian Carwash Association announces agenda for 2026 Convenience U CARWACS Show

Jeremy Poty of Core-Mark Canada to discuss foodservice at 2026 Convenience U CARWACS Show C-store IQ Conference

J.P. Wiser’s and Canada Dry team up for whisky & ginger ale RTD cocktail

Nostalgia and novelty fuelling changes in Canadian consumer tastes