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Federal Budget 2021 – Tobacco & Vape Tax
The Federal budget targeted tobacco products with $4 per carton effective at midnight, Monday, April 19, 2021. In addition, will
Retailer Code of Conduct Needs to Expand
Just recently Sobeys Canada and FCPC (Food Consumers Products of Canada) developed and proposed an industry Code of Conduct for
Code of Conduct for Retail and Distributors in the Food and Convenience Industry
Our industry needs to thank the leadership from Sobeys & FCPC for the proposed ‘Code of Conduct‘ to correct the
Ontario Beverage Alcohol updates and Initiatives
The opportunity and promise to have all convenience stores in Ontario selling beverage alcohol is still a reality as confirmed
Convenience Store Week Declared in Ontario
Yesterday the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA), OKBA & CICC joined MPP Stan Cho to participate in an online press
Convenience Store COVID Safety Plan
As we move through the Covid-19 issues, it is important that all convenience stores have a safety plan in place
Plinko -Ontario’s Largest Instant Game Launch
Convenience Stores throughout Ontario have just launched Plinko, OLG’s newest and most exciting game for only $5. This launch is
OCSA Update: Year-End Notes from 2020
2020 has been a challenging year for all retailers in Ontario. Throughout it, the OCSA has been proud to work
Government Support Available to Impacted Businesses
The OCSA is pleased to work with both the Federal and Ontario government on programs that are available for our