Ontario Convenience Store Week 2023
It is a great privilege as hard-working convenience store families to be recognized by the Ford government with this dedicated week which is the last week of August. There are several ways a convenience store can participate in this week by simply contacting your local MPP’s office and inviting him/her to stop in your store […]
Premier Ford Commits to Beer in Convenience Stores
Leading up to the Victoria Day long weekend, on Monday, Premier Ford was asked by a reporter if he was going to walk away from his 5 year promise to consumers to modernize beer sales in Ontario in Convenience Stores. The Premier, in a video clip once again stated he is committed to having beer […]
Gas and Dash Legislation 2023
The OCSA has worked on the gas theft issue for a number of years years in order to protect the customers and employees at the gas stations. Today MPP Deepak Anand reintroduced ‘Protecting Ontarians by Enhancing Gas Station Safety to Prevent Gas and Dash Act 2023’. Once passed, this bill will provide workplace safety to […]
OCSA 2023 Board of Directors
It is our pleasure to announce the members of our new Board of Directors! We couldn’t be more excited to welcome these outstanding individuals to our team, as they bring with them a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion for making the industry better. Our new board is made up of individuals from all across […]
OCSA Industry Dinner – Convenience Show -March 7
The OCSA is back with our annual industry dinner at the Convenience show! After the trade show closes at 5:00, the OCSA will be hosting a reception and cocktails at 5:00 with the dinner to start at 6:00 pm. This year we are honoured to have Duncan Hannay, CEO of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming […]
Toronto Convenience Show – March 7-8 2023
The OCSA is a key partner in the Toronto Convenience & Carwax Show. This year, they have moved locations and the event will be held at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Road (not the Congress Centre) Use promo code OCSA to get in for free. Tickets are also available for the OCSA Convenience Show Dinner […]
Retail Robbery Prevention
Prevention Tips & Information General protective measures • Keep the interior, front and rear entrances well lighted • Keep advertising and merchandise out of windows as much as possible • Always keep the rear and side doors locked • Maintain a record of decoy or “bait” currency to be given to a robber • Be […]
Procedures to Reduce Fuel Theft
Safety is Top Priority! Fuel theft prevention procedures: • Watch each vehicle pulling up to the pumps. • Maintain high visibility to pump islands and driveways. • Make eye contact with the customer when activating pumps. • Monitor outside cameras. • Note suspicious people or vehicles hanging around the site. • Call police if you […]
Self Serve Lottery Terminals in Ontario
Ontario Lottery and Gaming has approval to bring self serve lottery terminals into convenience and grocery stores. Subject to further government approvals, the plan is to begin introducing terminals into retail locations in the second half of 2023 into busy stores. The goal is to bring convenience to the customer and to reduce lines at […]
Neo On the Go Partners with the OCSA
As a new member of the OCSA, Neo On the Go is pleased to introduce you to our turnkey gas/convenience programmed designed increase your sales, while improving the shopping experience for your customers. Neo On the Go’s growing National digital advertising network provides live video and appropriate audio support, with screens currently installed at over […]