Meet the Social Impact Panel with leaders from Coke Canada, Nestlé, Rabba and Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation
The Convenience Store News Canada team is pleased present two mornings of exciting conference content for Canada’s largest and best-attended convenience, gas and car wash event, which takes place March 4-5, 2025, at the International Centre in Toronto: The Convenience U CARWACS Show.
The morning conference happens before the Trade Show opens at noon. It's designed to provide valuable content and expert insights for channel leaders and operators to position their businesses for success.
2025 AGENDA
On Day 2, March 5, 2025, the focus is on Leadership and we are pleased to present the Social Impact Panel to discuss
Leading by Example: Impacting the Bottom Line and Beyond
Why attend?
This inspiring panel shines a spotlight on the social impact contributions made by convenience retailers and vendors, celebrating the stories behind CSNC’s annual Impact Awards. Leila Fenc, executive director of the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation, will moderate this engaging discussion with senior leaders from across the industry, who will share actionable insights and best practices for aligning social impact initiatives with business performance. From uplifting local communities to championing sustainability, these leaders will reveal how prioritizing social impact not only strengthens the channel but also makes it a meaningful place to work. Attendees will leave empowered with ideas to elevate their own efforts and drive transformative change in their organizations.
Panelists: Kathy Murphy, VP of Public Affairs, Coke Canada Bottling; Catherine O’Brien, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Regulatory, Government Relations and Sustainability, Nestlé Canada; Rick Rabba, President, Rabba Fine Foods.
More highlights
Trade Show: Find everything you need to run your business, from the latest snacks to technology and more. This is a unique opportunity to meet with key vendors, suppliers and experts all under one roof from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Check out the exhibitors! Note, the show floor is SOLD OUT!
C-store IQ Conference: This two-morning conference is designed to provide valuable content and expert insight to help leaders and operators position their businesses for success. The content will include marquee keynotes, an exclusive preview of the 2025 C-store IQ National Shopper Study, as well as engaging expert advice, research and panels covering everything from beverage alcohol to AI and consumer insights. Check out the agenda!
Future Leaders in Convenience + Car Wash Awards: Be there when the industry comes together to celebrate the FLICC winners during a presentation on Day Two of the C-store IQ Conference. More info here. *Register, before it sells out!
Industry Dinner: Join your peers on March 4th at 5:00 p.m. for a cocktail reception, followed by dinner at 5:30 p.m. This year, we are honoured to present Suzanne Gardiner, General Manager Commercial Operations - Canada, The Mark Anthony Group as the keynote speaker. Tickets on sale now.
Car Wash Education: Dan Kelly, president and CEO, will be the keynote for an exciting and informative morning of insights and sessions presented by the Canadian Carwash Association on Tuesday March 4, 2025. Scroll down for the full agenda.
Beer Garden: Sample products while connecting with suppliers, from major breweries to local craft brewers, and age-verification solution providers.
Sip Lounge: New in 2025! Meet wine and RTD beverage suppliers from across Canada to sample products and discuss opportunities.
