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SPECIAL REPORT: Harvesting growth with beer and cider
From curating the right selection to strategic in-store merchandising, beer and cider experts share how convenience stores can capitalize on shifting consumer preferences and format innovation to drive sales.
Metro and striking Laval, Que., distribution centre workers reach tentative deal
Metro, the owner of several small-format convenience and independent convenience store banners in Canada, has reached a tentative agreement with striking workers.

Dollarama reports $359.3M Q2 profit, up from $321.5M a year ago

Dollarama earned $349.3 million in Q2, an increase from the $321.5 million reported in the same period last year.
Back by popular demand: Maple Leaf Foods brings Yves Veggie Cuisine back

Maple Leaf Foods brings back six fan-favourite plant-based products in response to strong consumer demand.
Inflation holds at 3% in August as rent, travel prices rise: StatCan

StatsCan says the annual rate of inflation remains at 3%, influenced by rising gas prices.
Tariff price hikes may take time to hit shelves as retailers work through inventory

Canada’s new counter-tariffs on U.S. goods are triggering a fresh round of trade tensions. While the impact at the checkout isn’t immediate, retail experts warn that price hikes are on the horizon.
Chips, rotisserie chickens and other foods go provincial sales tax-free in Manitoba

Convenience stores in Manitoba will not charge tax on foods like rotisserie chicken and other foods.
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2026 Impact Awards Winner: British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)

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Shell acquiring full ownership of Tri Star Energy

Shell is expanding its company-owned convenience retail presence in the United States by acquiring full ownership of Tri Star Energy.
Saskatchewan's Premier Moe announces 50% retaliatory tax on U.S. booze amid trade war

As Canada's trade war with the United States escalates, Saskatchewan is hitting back with a reciprocal tax on American alcohol.
Buy Canadian: Purchasing patriotism sees renewed push amid rising tariffs

As retailers renew labelling of tariffed or local goods in stores, the "buy Canadian" sentiment is resurging.

SPECIAL REPORT: Harvesting growth with beer and cider

Metro and striking Laval, Que., distribution centre workers reach tentative deal

Dollarama reports $359.3M Q2 profit, up from $321.5M a year ago

Back by popular demand: Maple Leaf Foods brings Yves Veggie Cuisine back

Inflation holds at 3% in August as rent, travel prices rise: StatCan

Tariff price hikes may take time to hit shelves as retailers work through inventory

Chips, rotisserie chickens and other foods go provincial sales tax-free in Manitoba

2026 Impact Awards Winner: Canadian Carwash Association

2026 Impact Awards Winner: British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)

Shell acquiring full ownership of Tri Star Energy

Saskatchewan's Premier Moe announces 50% retaliatory tax on U.S. booze amid trade war

Buy Canadian: Purchasing patriotism sees renewed push amid rising tariffs