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Latest on Beer in Ontario Convenience Stores
UPDATE: Convenience stores throughout Ontario are asking the same question as we work with the Ontario government to create a new

Robbery Prevention Tips
Robbery and shoplifting are unfortunate realities in our industry but there are ways of mitigating the risks. Below are a

Government Analysis of Plain Packaging Regulations
Update: We wrote in July that the the federal government was open to public consultation regarding proposed plain packaging changes.

Convenience Store Day 2018 another success
Another summer has come and gone and with it, another successful Convenience Store Day. We would like to extend a

OCSA Welcomes JUUL to Canada
August 30, 2018 The Ontario Convenience Stores Association is pleased to welcome JUUL Labs as its newest associate member. JUUL

OLG Campaigns Available this Summer
Here are the latest campaigns and promotions available for Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation retailers.

OCSA, Crime Stoppers Unite to Curb Contraband
The OCSA has teamed up with Crime Stoppers to work on issues members encounter with regard to contraband in Ontario.

Launch of New Vaping Rules Postponed
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act that was scheduled to be updated to include new rules for the sale, display and promotion

C-Store Day Returns to Raise Funds for Charity
The OCSA was presented a plaque from Children’s Wish Foundation for its role in last summer’s C-Store Day. The event