Queen’s Park Lobby Day
The third annual OCSA Queen’s Park Day was once again a great success, from the initial briefings by Sussex and Summa to the Question Period, MPP meetings and OCSA reception. I strongly believe our relationship at Queen’s Park with key decision makers – including 28 Members of Provincial Parliament – is strengthening both on an […]
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Bill 45 – Menthol Flavour Ban in Tobacco Products
On Monday, April 20th at 5:15 pm the CEO of the Ontario Convenience Stores Association spoke to the Standing Committee on General Government regarding Bill 45. Bill 45 has three components: Menu Labeling Ban on Menthol Tobacco Vapour and E-Cigarette Below is is a copy of the presentation that Mr. Bryans delivered to the […]
Required: New Ministry of Labour Employment Standards Poster
On May 1, 2015, a new version of the Ministry of Labour’s Employment Standards Poster will be published (version 6.0). This replaces version 5.0. The poster describes important rights and requirements under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) and must be posted in the workplace where it is likely that employees will see it. If […]
Ontario’s grocery store beer retailing plan unfairly tips the competitive balance toward the largest grocery companies
Chain convenience stores say Ontario’s grocery store beer retailing plan unfairly tips the competitive balance toward the largest grocery companies April 15, 2015 – Oakville, Ontario – The Ontario Convenience Store Association (OCSA) expressed its disappointment today in the alcohol retailing recommendations from the Premier’s Advisory Council on Government Assets. The chain convenience store members […]
Ontarians support proposal to have large convenience stores and grocery stores sell beer under the LCBO banner
Significant majority of Ontarians support proposal to have large convenience stores and grocery stores sell beer under the LCBO banner March 4, 2015 – Oakville, Ontario – A new poll of Ontarians, conducted by Abacus Data Inc., revealed that 72% support a proposal that would see an expansion of the LCBO’s Agency Store program to […]
Convenience Store Show – Con U 2015
Register today! TORONTO March 10 & 11, 2015 The International Centre Don’t miss YOUR INDUSTRY’S biggest event of the year! NEW networking opportunities with suppliers NEW products on the trade show floor NEW education sessions and workshops Register before February 27, 2015 and receive a COMPLIMENTARY full day pass. Visit ConvenienceU.ca and use promo code OCSA
OCSA Annual Golf Tournament – July 23, 2015
The 2015 annual OCSA Golf Tournament will take place on Thursday, July 23rd at Blue Springs Golf course in Acton, Ontario commencing at 8:00 am. We always have a sold out event with a very large contingent of C Store retailers /category managers attending and ask that you register early so we can accommodate your […]
Stop the Menthol Ban in Ontario
A recent survey commissioned by the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) reveals almost half of Ontario smokers would purchase untaxed, illegal tobacco products if the government were to ban their product of choice. This is causing alarm for retailers who are worried the Ontario government’s proposed menthol tobacco ban will send their customers to […]
Race Is On – Register Early
The 12th annual Race Is On is just around the corner. We are pleased to announce that Brian Hannasch, President and CEO of Couche-Tard will be our special guest speaker at this year’s event. With over 300 industry friends attending last year, we expect to sell out so register early! Order your tickets online! […]