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Explore thought leadership updates on a wide range of topics relating to the OCSA and convenience store industry.
OCSA Gala Supper & Networking Event
The Board of Directors of the OCSA are pleased to announce our keynote speaker at the 2020 OCSA Gala is
Credit Card Fees To Drop For Canadian Retailers
In an effort to reduce credit card fees, the federal government has committed to having credit card companies drop the
Clarifying New Rules Regarding Vaping Products
There have been a number of clarifications around vaping laws recently and the onus falls on convenience store operators to
Progress Toward Beer/Wine Continues
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association is recognized by this government as the representative and largest convenience store advocacy group in
9 Tips For Handling The Transition To Plain Packaging
By now many convenience stores will have started to receive some of their higher volume cigarettes and tobacco products in
Ontario Beverage Alcohol Oversight and Changes
The Minister of Finance tabled the fall economic statement yesterday in an Omnibus bill that has gone through first reading.
Retail Robbery Prevention Tips
At OCSA we believe good safety management is only achieved when it becomes a normal part of our daily routines
Ontario CStore Day Thanks You!
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association along with the 1000’s of family run convenience stores, would like to thank everyone for
Gas Retailers – Federal Carbon Tax Transparency Stickers
Starting August 30, 2019, gasoline retailers in Ontario must display a Federal Carbon Tax Transparency Sticker on each gasoline pump.