2016 Retailers of the Year Awards
At this year’s Hall of Fame Awards two retailers were celebrated for their commitment to the industry. The 2017 recipients of the Retailers of the Year come from both the independent side and the chain sector. PHOTO: (L-R) Dave Bryans, CEO OCSA; Chris Wilcox, Vice-president and General Manager Quickie Convenience Stores; Gino Vecia, Manager New […]
SIAL 80% Discount – Special Coupon Code for OCSA Retailers
Register now for the SIAL Food Show get an 80% discount promo code SIALPROMOBK17 ==> Click here to register for the show SIAL in an international food and beverage trade show with more than 850 national and international exhibitors from 50 countries. SIAL Canada is the only national trade show that offers a complete range […]
Smoke Free Ontario Advice on ITSA Flavour Cards
There has been some confusion in the Ontario market place whether the ITSA flavour cards are a tobacco product and should be governed by the Ontario Smoke Free Act or not. As a background, ITSA is a way to infuse any dry food and dry beverage products with flavor and aroma. To use it, the consumer would […]
Plain Packaging May Not Be Best Option
Proposed changes to the packaging of tobacco products could have a direct impact on convenience stores throughout Canada. Recently, JTI-Macdonald Corp. Vice President Simon Grenier has penned a letter discussing why plain packaging may not have the positive impact that some officials believe it will. In fact, the downside of such regulation are significant in […]
The OCSA Welcomes Minister of Small Business
The province has introduced a new position, the Minister of Small Business. We’ve advocated for such a position and welcome Hon. Jeff Leal.
Tax Deductions for Small Businesses
Small businesses in Canada can be eligible for a significant tax deduction. Find out how your company can save at tax time.
Voluntary Recall In Place For Some Smokeless Tobacco Products
The NSTC is suggesting retailers voluntarily recall smokeless tobacco products with specific ID numbers.
OCSA Addresses Holiday Shopping By-Law Review
The City of Toronto plans to review the Holiday Shopping By-Law. The OCSA is of the belief that the current by-law should stand.
OCSA Race is On Gala and Networking Event
Join us at Canada’s largest convenience store industry event – the Race is On Gala which kicks off the night before Convenience U. Convenience store owners, executives and buyers will be in attendance along with industry suppliers for an evening of networking and racing. THE 14TH ANNUAL OCSA GALA “THE RACE IS ON” Networking Event […]
OCSA Queen’s Park Lobby Day
Lobby Day is an event that allows the OCSA and its many members to engage with elected officials (MPPs and Ministers) develop and enhance relationships and demonstrate a coordinated, united industry on issues of interest. Why We Do It…. Benefits of Lobby Day include the following… Enhanced awareness of the association by key policy decision […]