Canada’s Plain Packaging Regulation
We have been waiting for information from the Federal Government regarding the Plain Packaging changes in store for tobacco products. With permission from DepQuebec, we can share the following information… ” Much awaited by the Canadian c-store industry, the approved and final regulation on plain and standardized packaging of tobacco products is scheduled to be […]
2019 Ontario Budget regarding Convenience Stores
The Ontario budget was well received yesterday and very well presented by the Hon. Vic Fideli, Minister of Finance. Some highlights for the convenience store sector are as follows: A firm announcement and commitment to roll beer and wine into corner stores was the highlight for the OCSA. In addition, the government announced: – Reaffirming […]
16th Annual OCSA Gala Enjoyed By All
On March 5 the OCSA held our 16th annual dinner gala at the Congress Centre immediately following the very successful day first day of the Convenience U show. The networking hour was sponsored by our friends at the Great Canadian Meat company while the OCSA dinner was sponsored by Juul Labs. Over 225 retailers and […]
Resources For Managing Food On Premises
Managing food on premises is no small task but our responsible retailers are diligent to meet every lofty standard set forth for them by the government of Ontario. Below are references set forth by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care that all retailers that manage food on premises can consult. Ministry of Health and […]
OCSA Response To Health Canada’s Notice of Intent Regarding Vaping Advertisements
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) was pleased to present a submission regarding the Government of Canada’s Notice of Intent – Potential Measures to Reduce the Impact of Vaping Products Advertising on Youth and Non-users of Tobacco Products, which was published by Health Canada on February 7, 2019 and in Canada Gazette Part I on […]
Beer And Wine In Convenience Stores This Year?
The Ontario government has announced plans to bring beer and wine to the convenience sector. You can read about Minister Finance Vic Fedeli’s announce in the Toronto Star here. Below is an update from OCSA CEO Dave Bryans detailing what retailers can expect and how to best prepare for the new channel. The time has […]
Queen’s Park Day 2019, A Great Success
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) held our annual Queens Park Day meeting with MPPs from all political parties on opportunities for the family run businesses in Ontario. Thank you to the 17 retailers who attended & presented to the many MPPs. Special thanks to Hon. Vic Fideli for your warm words at our reception […]
AGCO Issues Bulletin On CBD Oil
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has issued a bulletin declaring that unauthorized retailers currently selling Cannabidiol oil are required to immediately cease the sale and remove the product from their premises. The bulletin states that CBD oil is made from the cannabis plant and is thus captured under the definition of cannabis in […]
MPP Stan Cho Meets With OCSA Members
The OCSA held a great and productive meeting this week with Willowdale MPP Stan Cho and a number of independent retailers and OCSA members. These hard working retailers represent the faces of over 6,000 family-run convenience stores in Ontario. During the meeting we discussed issues and opportunities with the current PC government including red tape, […]
2019 OCSA Gala
The OCSA is proud to bring you one of the biggest networking events in Canada for the convenience store industry. The OCSA has worked hard for all retailers, manufacturers and the industry at building a strong business relationship with the Ontario government and this is the opportunity for us to show the strength of our […]