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Convenience Store Distribution Challenges 2022
Independents are continually expressing their frustrations with the full-service distribution channel in Ontario. The past few months has been a

LCBO Agency Store Issues – Letter To Minister Bethlenfalvy
Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy, I am reaching out to you to highlight some of the issues the convenience stores in Ontario

2022 Pre-Budget Submission
Below is a copy of the 2022 Consultation “Pre-Budget Submission to the Standing Committee on Finance & Economic Affairs” —

Contraband Tobacco – Convenience Retailers Voices Must be Heard
More than four years ago, in the lead up to the 2018 Ontario election, the then opposition PC Party campaigned

Meet OLG’s new Chief Lottery and Customer Officer
The OCSA’s relationship with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) spans several decades. Over that time, we have maintained strong

OLG Announces 30% Commission on $3.00 Scratch/Instant Tickets
The OCSA is proud to partner once again with the Ontario Lottery where all convenience store retailers will receive a

2022 Ontario Convenience Stores Board of Directors
The OCSA is proud to represent the economic interests of the entire Convenience store sector in Ontario and has elected

Successful Pilot of Digital Age Verification
The OCSA in partnership with Liquid Avatar are proud to announce the successful completion of an end-to-end, live working test

Innovative Product – QuickStrip
Quickstrip is an innovative vitamin offering that convenience store owners can offer to their customers. What is a QuickStrip™? QuickStrip™