Forecasting

Markham startup launches 100-kilowatt fast charger, eyes 1,000 stations across North America
A Markham-based startup is betting on the future of electric vehicles with the launch of its first public fast-charging station and plans to build a network of 1,000 charging stations across Canada and the United States within five years.
LCBO says wholesale modernization is a marathon, not a sprint
Retailers and suppliers urged to prepare for ongoing changes as Gateway platform evolves, execs tell attendees at Drinks Ontario Annual Conference.

Economists expect inflation topped 3% in April as gas prices soared

Economists at Royal Bank pin much of the blame on higher gas prices, noting that the average price of gasoline accelerated another eight per cent in April after a 21 per cent surge in March.
Keurig Dr Pepper reports Q1 2026

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. reported results for the first quarter of 2026 and reaffirmed its full year guidance.
Diesel prices could remain high for months — and hit consumers harder than gas costs

High diesel prices continue to ripple through the economy and put pressure on consumers even as a shaky ceasefire in the Middle East offers a hint of relief to global commodities.
FCC: Food and beverage sales expected to decline in 2026

Farm Credit Canada predicts modest sales growth for 2026, but weak demand will challenge the sector in the year ahead.
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.
StatCan: Inflation dipped to 1.8% in February

Convenience stores and gas stations had some inflation relief thanks to the tax holiday, but the war in the Middle East could cause another price surge.
Statistics Canada reports wholesale sales down in January as auto sector slips

Sales in the food, beverage and tobacco subsector rose 1.6% to $15.9 billion.
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.

Markham startup launches 100-kilowatt fast charger, eyes 1,000 stations across North America

LCBO says wholesale modernization is a marathon, not a sprint

Economists expect inflation topped 3% in April as gas prices soared

Keurig Dr Pepper reports Q1 2026

Diesel prices could remain high for months — and hit consumers harder than gas costs

FCC: Food and beverage sales expected to decline in 2026

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

StatCan: Inflation dipped to 1.8% in February

Statistics Canada reports wholesale sales down in January as auto sector slips

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