City of Toronto’s Bag Ban Hurry Up Offense

The City of Toronto’s attempt to push through legislation to ban t-shirt and other plastic bags provided at convenience and grocery stores was what is called in football “hurry up offense”. Characterized by a strategy when time is running out or the other side of the fence (the opposing team) is completely unready, the team […]

Drive Off Safety Training Kits

Updated drive-off safety training kits are now available from the Ontario Convenience Store Association.  These new kits feature large in-store posters that will help as a deterrent to fuel theft.  The new kits come in a more mail-friendly envelope that saves distribution costs.  Call (905) 845 -3512 for your kit today.

Sign Of The Times

Many consumers think competition is good as it creates a competitive pricing for the general public.  In most cases, I agree. The economics of supply and demand are simple. Take the petroleum industry for example. People closely watch the price of gas knowing that it typically increases as weekends approach (more travellers – more demand). […]

Retailers Creativity Wins A Perfect 10

A few retailers got creative on helping the campaign “free our beer” in the Province of Ontario. Writing a song and then performing it in front of a general store in high definition video is certainly a first for retailers taking a “viral” approach to spread the message. Retailers Win The Academy Award For Creativity. […]

Investing In Beer Stores

Most stores go through reinvestment to attract and retain their customers. Fast food franchisees mandate that owners must upgrade their stores every 5 to 7 years. More …

The Shopkeeper Hero

The Lucky Moose, in the heart of Toronto’s Chinatown, would score high on any secret shopper report. The produce could not be fresher—purchased daily from wholesalers—and the staff of 14 is friendly and helpful. The owner is right there among them, and open to talking with customers. And reporters. On May 23, 2009, a “career” […]