Coldhaus Direct expands Asahi Group Canada distribution across Ontario convenience stores and gas stationsColdhaus Direct will support the Asahi Group Canada portfolio, helping grow retail distribution throughout convenience stores and gas stations across Ontario. Highlights and trends from the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo Photo gallery: Convenience Store News Canada brings the latest scoop from the show floor in Las Vegas. Nature's Path offers dessert-inspired granola flavours Ideal for snacking or for breakfast, a trio of new granola flavours are inspired by popular desserts. Lay's introduces FIFA World Cup 2026-inspired flavours An official sponsor of FIFA World Cup 2026, Canada is the only global market to feature soccer stars on Lay's packaging, including two Canadian players. CSNC EXCLUSIVE: World Cup fever set to drive traffic for convenience retailers Operators anticipate all-day demand with increased traffic and cross-category sales as fans flood city cores and gathering spaces. Kawartha Dairy launches limited edition Tragically Hip-inspired flavour The Tragically Hip will donate a portion of sales from The Tragically Chip ice cream to support the Breakfast Club of Canada. Granola more than breakfast: Cereal and bars gain foothold in snack aisles Once a breakfast staple, granola is gaining popularity as trail mix, salad toppings and even dessert mix-ins. Special Report: Energy products level up From better-for-you energy shots to caffeine-packed gummies, new products give retailers more ways to boost category sales. Calgary retailer partners with Rothmans, Benson & Hedges to clear cigarette shelves in push for regulatory reform RBH calls for relaxed rules on selling smoke-free alternatives as part of national awareness campaign. What's all the fizz about? Brands invest in fountain innovations From touchscreen soda machines to new retail programs, beverage companies are betting big on fountain drinks. Jones Soda expands Canadian distribution through 700 Circle K across eastern Canada This expansion increases Jones Soda's convenience channel presence, positioning the brand to reach a wider audience. Behind the push to restrict energy drinks for teens in Quebec Schools, sports associations and health-care experts all pushing the Quebec government to ban energy drink sales to anyone under 16. First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last
