Independent / Small Operator

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario waives license fee increase for convenience stores
Move designed to encourage growth in the number of stores selling alcohol.
CFIA addresses growing concerns over inaccurate or misleading "Made in Canada" claims
Since April 1, 2025, the Agency has issued $47,000 in financial penalties to businesses for inaccurate or misleading country of origin claims. Protect your convenience store from false "Made in Canada" labelling.

Cocoa prices have come down, but that doesn't mean Easter chocolate will be cheaper

Cocoa prices have fallen back from a price spike in recent years — but that doesn't mean C-stores or their customers will see lower prices.
New loyalty partnership between Canadian Tire Corporation and WestJet

Two Canadian loyalty programs, Triangle Rewards and WestJet Rewards, have teamed up to introduce new ways for Canadians to earn more rewards at the pumps.
Manitoba’s convenience stores left out of grocery tax cut

The Manitoba Restaurant and Foodservices Association says the tax cut on groceries puts restaurants and convenience stores at a disadvantage.
GMS goes offline as LCBO prepares new platform

As LCBO transitions to a new ordering and claims platform, convenience stores will use a new active platform for alcohol ordering and claims.
How will the Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) increase help your business?

The federal government announced a temporary change to help rural employers retain a higher percentage of foreign workers.
When governments listen vs. when they don't

Ontario's win for convenience stores and Manitoba's risky milk price freeze.
Want to succeed in foodservice? Follow these strategies to get it right

When executed well, foodservice transforms a convenience store from a transactional stop into a destination.
PHOTO GALLERY AND DAY 1 RECAP: Convenience U CARWACS Show draws industry leaders to new Toronto venue to tackle today’s hot topics

Artificial intelligence, store safety, alcohol and low-alcohol beverages, future fuels and consumer trends were among the key themes on Day 1 at the conference.

Independent / Small Operator

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario waives license fee increase for convenience stores

CFIA addresses growing concerns over inaccurate or misleading "Made in Canada" claims

Cocoa prices have come down, but that doesn't mean Easter chocolate will be cheaper

New loyalty partnership between Canadian Tire Corporation and WestJet

Manitoba’s convenience stores left out of grocery tax cut

GMS goes offline as LCBO prepares new platform

How will the Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) increase help your business?

When governments listen vs. when they don't

Want to succeed in foodservice? Follow these strategies to get it right

PHOTO GALLERY AND DAY 1 RECAP: Convenience U CARWACS Show draws industry leaders to new Toronto venue to tackle today’s hot topics