Ottawa Now - Ford government's expansion of alcohol sales a 'game-changer' for convenience stores, survey says
October 10, 2025
According to a recent survey by the Convenience Industry Council of Canada, the Ford government’s expansion of alcohol sales has been a ‘real game-changer’ for today’s convenience stores. It has driven higher foot traffic and replaced the lost revenue that was caused by a decline in cigarette sales. Furthermore, the survey found that revenue on all products in Ontario’s convenience stores was up 12 percent this September compared to last Fall, while revenues have increased by 33 percent year-over-year during long weekends. Anne Kothawala is the President and CEO of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada. She joins Kristy Cameron on today’s Ottawa Now.
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To commemorate Veterans’ Week, the Poppy Flag will be flown at City Hall and the following City facilities from Wednesday, November 5 to Tuesday, November 11:
Nepean Client Service Centre
Orléans Client Service Centre
Mary Pitt Centre
Metcalfe Client Service Centre
West Carleton Client Service Centre
North Gower Client Service Centre
In addition, all flags at City facilities will be lowered to half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, November 11 to commemorate Remembrance Day and honour all Canadians, past and present, who have served their country in time of war.
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