Featured Experts
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- 6/4/2024
It’s time to protect our youth from the threat of easily accessible, illicit nicotine pouches
CICC has identified more than 90 e-commerce sites that are illicitly retailing an entire suite of nicotine products. - 5/6/2024
Futureproofing Canadian Convenience: Innovating a path to the future
To remain competitive, continuous innovation is at the core of any successful business plan.
- 6/4/2024
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- 7/15/2024
The next generation of retail is here: Part 4
Exploring innovation for hyper efficiency. - 6/11/2024
The next generation of retail is here: Part 3
Exploring innovation for an enhanced experience.
- 7/15/2024
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- 7/4/2024
What's a trend in confectionary candy?
As consumers increasingly explore nostalgic and innovative candy options, taffy candy is surging on search engines, Tiktok and Youtube. Taffy-related posts on TikTok have received 355,000 likes above the median in the candy category. - 6/4/2024
What's trending in ready-made meals?
As consumers increasingly seek affordable and convenient meal options, convenience stores are emerging as a competitive alternative.
- 7/4/2024
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- 6/14/2024
Staff training sets the foundation for success
Investing time and energy into a training staff pays off in higher stores sales and greater retention. - 6/23/2024
Lead by example
Strategies for establishing strong, effective leadership habits that will improve and grow your business.
- 6/14/2024
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- 4/2/2024
C-store foodservice is a silver lining in today's market
Costs, inflation and the opportunity for c-store foodservice. - 11/14/2023
Looking ahead
Foodservice trends for 2024.
- 4/2/2024
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- 7/9/2024
Five ways to prevent heat stress
Heat stress occurs anytime the body temperature rises, and the body cannot cool itself. - 6/17/2024
Material handling resources for workers, supervisors, and employers
According to MLITSD data, hazards related to material handling continue to be the top causes behind fatalities.
- 7/9/2024
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- 5/9/2024
Pump or dump?
Are refuelling stations still a worthwhile investment? - 3/8/2024
The uneven road to zero emissions
For starters, there aren’t enough high-speed charging stations to meet future demand.
- 5/9/2024
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- 7/25/2023
Attracting women
Females shopping at c-gas stores dropped during the pandemic, but here’s how you can get them back. - 6/1/2023
Selling summer
From barbeques to beverages, stock up to satisfy Canadian consumers’ warm weather cravings.
- 7/25/2023
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- 8/23/2023
The future is out of this world
Offering convenience in the metaverse. - 4/25/2023
New Canadians = new consumers
With the right products, a growing ethnic population represents a valuable opportunity for c-stores.
- 8/23/2023
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- 10/25/2022
Fuel theft prevention strategies
Gas and dash continue to plague operators, here's how to mitigate risks. - 7/26/2022
Gas theft is a growing issue in Ontario
Protect your business and get involved.
- 10/25/2022
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- 11/29/2022
The oil sands and the drive towards net-zero
The world needs to take a closer look at our energy efforts, says Alberta Minister of Energy Sonya Savage. - 6/7/2022
Challenges remain for consumers considering alternative vehicle purchases
Survey shows a significant gap in understanding of just how we achieve net-zero and the roles that various sectors can play: As an industry, let’s make the path as clear as possible.
- 11/29/2022
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- 8/8/2022
Newfoundland and Labrador's not-so-sweet tax on sugar-sweetened beverages
The potential economic impacts of implementing such a policy measure are significant. - 8/3/2021
Proposed regulations for caffeinated energy drinks miss the mark
Inconsistent and confusing rules will alter beverage production, retail success, and consumption trends.
- 8/8/2022