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How to Capitalize on Red Stripe Beer During the Toronto Caribbean Carnival

OCSA Red Stripe Official Beer of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival

Retailers, take note — the summer season brings not only rising temperatures but rising demand for Red Stripe, the iconic Jamaican lager. This year, the timing couldn’t be better: Red Stripe is the official beer of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, one of the largest cultural celebrations in North America. Why Red Stripe? Red Stripe has […]

How to Get a Tobacco License in Ontario: A Simple Guide for Convenience Stores

OCSA Tobacco license guide - provincial municipal

If you sell tobacco in your convenience store in Ontario, you need two important licenses: a provincial Tobacco Retail Dealer’s Permit (TRDP) and a municipal business license. This guide explains both—so you can stay legal and avoid fines. 1. Provincial License: Tobacco Retail Dealer’s Permit (TRDP) This is your main license to sell tobacco in […]

OCSA and American Express Partner to Support Ontario Convenience Store Retailers

American Express card for Ontario convenience stores - no preset limit

OCSA Partners with American Express to Support Ontario Convenience Store Retailers The Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with American Express Canada to support the unique purchasing needs of convenience store owners across Ontario. This initiative is designed to make it easier for retailers to buy beer, wine, and […]

Tax Verification Needed for Alcohol Permit Renewal

Tax Verification Needed for Alcohol Permit Renewal

Attention Ontario Convenience Store Owners: Don’t Miss Your Liquor Licence Renewal – Important Tax Step Now Required If you sell alcohol in your convenience store and it’s time to renew your liquor licence, there’s one important step you must complete before you apply: 👉 You need a Tax Compliance Verification (TCV) from the Ontario Ministry […]

Ontario’s Alcohol Marketplace Expansion: Cost Analysis

The Financial Impact of Expanding the Beverage Alcohol Marketplace in Ontario The Ontario government’s decision to expand its beverage alcohol marketplace by 2024 is projected to cost $1.4 billion by 2030, according to the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario (FAO)  This cost includes subsidies for the wine industry and The Beer Store, along with reduced […]