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The danger of focusing on the big and ambitious, is that we take for granted the entrepeneurs in our neighbourhoods.

Fewer closures and growing community connection are reasons to be optimistic: From navigating supply chain disruptions to new trade realities, operators are redefining resilience and finding growth through innovation and local pride.

Sit-down service is no longer the measure of a restaurant: The customer journey has evolved and convenience retailers need to treat foodservice as a core strategy.

In a retail channel built on speed and convenience, trust is the differentiator. It’s what turns a one-time customer into a loyal repeat customer.

As we mark the one-year milestone in Ontario, here’s a look at what the channel can do to compete and further grow the category.

Creating an emotional connection will help close the gap between women and convenience stores.

From POS to predictive analytics, technology is reshaping the retail experience. Here’s how to evaluate, upgrade and partner smarter to turn your tech investments into performance gains and competitive edge.

Developing the skills to make your business efficient, profitable and resilient.

Keep your washrooms clean. Seems simple enough, but what exactly does ‘clean and sanitary condition’ mean?

Steps to tackle Canada’s top cold season hazards and keep employees safe, operations smooth and customers coming back.

Canada’s c-stores can help bridge this gap, but only if they know what is happening at the charging point

Both want the mandate to be scrapped, even as sales of electric vehicles grow, if more slowly than before.

Crystal-like Silky Gem candies are captivating consumers, with searches for crystal candy peaking in late 2024 and showing signs of continuing into this fall.

Consumers are looking for more than just butter popcorn. They are looking for organic, healthy options in this popular snack.

Increased foot traffic, ancillary sales and marketing opportunities abound.

Gas and dash continue to plague operators, here's how to mitigate risks.

Females shopping at c-gas stores dropped during the pandemic, but here’s how you can get them back.

From barbeques to beverages, stock up to satisfy Canadian consumers’ warm weather cravings.

Offering convenience in the metaverse.

With the right products, a growing ethnic population represents a valuable opportunity for c-stores.

Are refuelling stations still a worthwhile investment?

For starters, there aren’t enough high-speed charging stations to meet future demand.