Featured Experts
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- 5/6/2025
Corner stores at a crossroads: A call to action for Canada’s new government
A relentless tariff war with the United States, soaring costs to keep shelves stocked and a thriving black market for nicotine products are hurting our industry. - 4/8/2025
Fighting for certainty in uncertain times: One win at a time
Retailers across all sectors, including the convenience industry, are under pressure to meet this growing demand for homegrown products.
- 5/6/2025
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- 4/25/2025
What’s trending in frozen desserts?
Mango ice cream is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about frozen snacks of the season. - 3/21/2025
What’s trending in beverages?
Consumers are actively looking for sophisticated alcohol-free alternatives, and the demand isn’t slowing.
- 4/25/2025
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- 4/28/2025
The future of convenience retailing
Strategies to evolve and thrive in a changing landscape. - 3/24/2025
Retail lessons from the demise of the Hudson’s Bay Company
Downfall of the iconic 355-year-old retailer is rooted in three key factors.
- 4/28/2025
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- 5/13/2025
MLITSD retail inspections coming soon: What you need to know
Material handling hazards can lead to injuries affecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. - 4/15/2025
Refrigerant leaks can be fatal. Take action to protect your workers
If a leak or equipment malfunction occurs and workers are exposed to the gas, the consequences could be fatal.
- 5/13/2025
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- 5/14/2025
Could the tariff spat upend Canada’s electric vehicle future?
Experts worry key supply chains will be disrupted, causing a ripple of challenges. It's already happening.
- 5/14/2025
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- 3/14/2025
Marking five years: COVID and the convenience store revolution
Reflecting and looking ahead to how the pandemic shaped the c-store channel in Canada. - 12/4/2024
6 strategies for capitalizing on the tax holiday
From December 14, 2024 to February 15, 2025 here's how convenience stores can maximize profits and enhance customer loyalty during a crucial retail period.
- 3/14/2025
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- 9/18/2024
The hidden opportunity of beverage alcohol sales at convenience stores
Increased foot traffic, ancillary sales and marketing opportunities abound. - 10/25/2022
Fuel theft prevention strategies
Gas and dash continue to plague operators, here's how to mitigate risks.
- 9/18/2024
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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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- 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