Experts to discuss preparing your c-gas site for the future of EV charging at 2026 Convenience U CARWACS Show C-store IQ Conference

As Canada’s auto market evolves, convenience and fuel retailers face a pivotal question: How do we prepare our sites for EV adoption while protecting profitability today? Find out during this expert roundtable discussion at  The Convenience U CARWACS Show C-store IQ Conference at the Toronto Congress Centre March 11, 2026.

César Nivar, a leading expert in helping organizations strengthen their networks, elevate performance, and prepare for the future of energy and mobility, will kick off the discussion with James Jennings, master electrician/operator, Elite Energy; Mike MacKay, EV charging specialist with National Energy Equipment; and Scott Negley, senior director, product management, Wayne Fueling Systems and Dover Fueling Solutions.

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The Convenience Store News Canada team is pleased to be curating two mornings of exciting conference content for Canada’s largest and best-attended convenience, gas and car wash event—on March 10-11, 2026.

This two-morning conference is designed to provide valuable content and expert insight to help leaders and operators position their businesses for success. In addition to an exclusive preview of the 2026 C-store IQ National Shopper Study, expect marquee keynotes, as well as engaging expert advice, research and panels covering everything from beverage alcohol to security, the economy and consumer insights.

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Retail EV(olution): Preparing your c-gas site for the future of charging

As Canada’s auto market evolves, convenience and fuel retailers face a pivotal question: How do we prepare our sites for EV adoption while protecting profitability today? This high-impact roundtable discussion brings together industry leaders and infrastructure experts to unpack the real-world challenges and opportunities tied to adding EV charging to a gas station or c-store operation.

Retailers considering EV chargers often face steep hurdles: high upfront infrastructure costs, costly demand charges, complex electrical upgrades, interoperability issues, evolving payment systems and uncertainty over long-term consumer demand. Add shifting political priorities and fluctuating interest in EVs, and the road ahead can feel unclear.

Why attend? Whether you’re an independent operator assessing your first charger or a multi-site leader looking to scale, this discussion will give you clear, experience-based insights and actionable guidance to plan intelligently, invest wisely and position your business for the next era of mobility.