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Explore thought leadership updates on a wide range of topics relating to the OCSA and convenience store industry.
Kenny Shim – President of the OCSA
The OCSA Board of Directors would like to announce Kenny Shim as President of the OCSA and Donna Montminy as
Dave Bryans Retirement
Dave Bryans, who has dedicated 20 years of service to the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA) has decided to retire.
Bait and Switch Scam of Folded Tickets – OLG
Description of Scam • A customer asks to purchase a folded ticket such as CROSSWORD DELUXE. • What you can’t
Merry Millions $20 Ticket
The OLG has a new online game called Merry Millions starting November 21st to January 9th. Here are the highlights: MERRY MILLIONS
Ontario Vaping Tax
Ontario is poised to implement an increase in the cost of vaping products through the introduction of a provincial excise
Ontario Preparing for an Open Beverage Alcohol Market
Since 1923 beer sales have been controlled by The Beer Store in Ontario and this has been blessed, renewed and
Contraband Tobacco needs a Refocus by the Ontario Government
Ernst & Young (E&Y) recently released their report where they examined the downward trend in legal tobacco sales in three
OLG’s $100 Ultimate Instant Ticket Launches October 2nd
$100 ULTIMATE is back with Instant wins, a Draw and your best chance to win $1 MILLION! Top Prizes 10
CEBA Repayment Extension – Important Update
On September 14, 2023, the Prime Minister made a significant announcement regarding CEBA loans, offering vital support to small businesses