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Changes in the Smoke Free Tobacco Act in Ontario
The Minister of Health made announcements today concerning changes to the Smoke Free Tobacco Act in Ontario and below please
Ontario’s Tobacco Strategy
In the 2013 Budget, the government reaffirmed its commitment to the Smoke- Free Ontario Strategy aimed at protecting the health
OCSA Lobby Day at Queen’s Park
The Ontario Convenience Stores Association hosted a very successful lobby day at Queen’s Park on Wednesday, October 30th. Retailers from
MPP Statement on Contraband
As a result of the OCSA Lobby Day where we discussed contraband tobacco with all 32 MPP’s on the day,
Convenience Store Chains Pledge to Dedicate One-Third of Retailing Space to Ontario Craft Beer and Ontario Wines
The convenience store sector is saying that if the government will now open up beer and wine to convenience stores,
Making the case for beer and wine in corner stores – The Globe and Mail
Today the Globe and Mail did an article on why convenience stores in Ontario should be able to sell beer
OCSA Submission to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) Submission to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) “Regulatory Modernization in Ontario’s
OCSA Healthy Kids Panel Recommendations
The OCSA is strongly committed to working with governments to ensure healthier living for Ontario communities and the families who
OCSA Fighting Contraband Tobacco with Technology
The OCSA is connection retailers and customers with their local politicians through an in-store campaign that gives insights into