Welcome to the OCSA Blog
Explore thought leadership updates on a wide range of topics relating to the OCSA and convenience store industry.
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.
Smoke-Free Ontario Act – Vape Regulations July 1 2020
Amendments to Ontario Regulation 268/18 were made to address the prevalence of youth vaping. These amendments strengthen the restrictions on
Safe and Responsible Community Retailers
The convenience store in your neighbourhood is there for you. They practice safe distancing, they clean and disinfect constantly and
Essential and Always Prepared
Convenience store retailers across the provide provide essential items for the community. We are up early and stay open late
OCSA Retailers are Proud to Serve the People of Ontario
Convenience stores in Ontario have been bringing in new items for their customers, stay open late and getting up early
Best Practices For Managing Store During Pandemic
Every convenience store in Ontario has the privilege of keeping their doors open to serve customers in every town, city
Ontario Convenience Stores Deemed Essential
The Ontario government announced yesterday that convenience stores in the province as deemed essential services as there are many who
Premier Ford Hosts OCSA Virtual Meeting
Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) extends a special “Thank You” today to Premier Ford, Minister Prabmeet Sakaria and Minister Vic