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Explore thought leadership updates on a wide range of topics relating to the OCSA and convenience store industry.
Contraband Tobacco Survey
During Covid 19, the OCSA conducted a tobacco survey document in June 2020 during the voluntary closure of the 100’s
OCSA Golf Tournament Postponed to 2021
Due to COVID 19 and out of respect for the safety of our suppliers and members we have decided to
OCSA and PAYGOS to Provide e-commerce Platform to Ontario Convenience Stores
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association is pleased to announce a long term business relationship with Paygos. During the last few
New Vape Regulations – Effective July 1, 2020
All convenience stores are expected to comply with the new vape regulations effective July 1, 2020. There is much confusion
OCSA, Coca-Cola & Sheridan College team up with Safety Shields for Convenience Stores
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) and family run convenience stores in Ontario are proud to partner with Coca Cola
Covid-19 Safety Checklist
Daily reminders to keep your customers, your staff and yourself safe. ✔️ Ask Customers to be respectful of Space
OLG Issues Thank You Letter To Convenience Stores
Convenience stores sell 76% of all lottery products in Ontario and this category is our single largest traffic generator and
Age Testing and Covid-19 Masks
We encourage all convenience stores to ensure they can properly age test and identify tobacco purchasers during these COVID 19
Buy Local – Posters for Stores
As we move into summer 2020 and through COVID 19, we have seen businesses, employment and families throughout Ontario affected.