Convenience Industry Council of Canada

We are the national association representing the retailers, small business owners, distributors, and manufacturers of the convenience store industry in Canada.

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🛍️Convenience is evolving. Success is driven by community connection, local relevance, and better in-store experiences.

💡Stay informed with the latest industry insights. Learn how CICC membership can help your business stay connected and represented.

👉https://t.co/z8S702rvlC

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🍫 Chocolate is one of Canada’s favourite convenience store treats!

Today, we’re celebrating the products that add a little sweetness to everyday moments, and the convenience stores that help make those moments possible. 🏪✨

#WorldChocolateDay #ConvenienceStores

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💡Did you know?

📊Nearly as many convenience stores are located in rural Canada (37%) as in Canada's largest metropolitan areas (39%).

🏘️Convenience stores are an essential part of communities of every size!

🔎More insights: https://t.co/z8S702rvlC

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🏪 Convenience stores across Canada will stay open tomorrow to keep communities running.

Thank you to the teams working on Canada Day. 🇨🇦

#CICC #CanadaDay #Communities

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🇨🇦 Canada Day is almost here!
Convenience stores are ready with everything Canadians need for the long weekend: cold drinks 🍺, snacks🍫, BBQ essentials 🔥 & travel must-haves 🚗

🎉Have a safe and great Canada Day!

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Connection meets community impact ⛳🤝

A great day at the CICC Golf Tournament in PEI bringing members together and raising funds for BGC Prince County.

👉 Learn more about CICC membership and be part of our next event: https://t.co/z8S702rvlC

#CICC #PEI #CommunityImpact

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🇨🇦 Go Team Canada!

⚽️Whether you're watching today's game from home, hosting friends or catching it on the go, convenience stores are helping Canadians stay stocked for kickoff.

🏆How are you watching the game?

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🏛️CICC is disappointed by Quebec’s rushed adoption of Bill 9, introducing new restrictions on energy drink sales without meaningful consultation with convenience retailers.
Public policy should be evidence-based and developed collaboratively.
🔗https://t.co/nxgDAUokyR

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📣 The wait is over! The FIFA World Cup kicks off today ⚽
A major opportunity for convenience retailers to drive traffic and boost basket size.
🏆 Is your store ready for kickoff?

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💡 Did you know?
The CICC Convenience Training Platform offers practical, industry-specific training for convenience retailers across Canada.
✅ Members & non-members welcome
📱 Mobile-friendly, self-paced, certificate-ready
👉 Explore courses today: https://t.co/cgk09D3era

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🏦Nicotine policy should follow evidence, not assumptions.

💡C-stores remain among the most compliant channels for age-restricted sales. If the goal is protecting youth, enforcement should focus where it’s failing—not where it’s working.

🔗Read more: https://t.co/QlXl1oVN0f

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🏆 Proud to celebrate Canada’s outstanding independent retailers at the OIAC Virtual Summit by @CSNC_Octane.
🥇 Congrats to Stephen Morine of TJ's Convenience, Grand Prize Winner!
👏 And to all 35 winners—welcome to the CICC community.
👉 Full list: https://t.co/fOOpFAmhFP

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✨What a fantastic evening in Calgary with our members.
🤝Great conversations, meaningful connections, and a wonderful opportunity to bring together leaders from the industry.
🙏Thank you to everyone who joined us.
👉Visit https://t.co/z8S702s3ba to join us at our next event.

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📊 60% of Canadians visit a convenience store or gas station at least once a week.
🏪 From quick stops to daily routines, the convenience channel continues to evolve to meet changing consumer needs.
👉 Learn more about the industry and our work at https://t.co/g9dpigEgE2.

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🔮 What’s next for convenience in Canada?
📊 The CICC Executive Insights Report, in partnership with Shopper Marketing Media, explores the trends reshaping the industry—from AI to foodservice and evolving consumer expectations.
👉 Learn more: https://t.co/g9dpigDIOu

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Long weekend travels are fueled by convenience! 🚗

Whether it’s a coffee run, a snack stop, or forgotten essentials, Canada’s 21,000+ convenience stores keep us moving. ☕️🍫

#ConvenienceStores #LongWeekend #TravelCanada #ConvenienceIndustry

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🌎 One month until the World Cup kicks off! ⚽

A major opportunity for convenience retailers to drive engagement through themed displays, game-day snacks, beverages, and limited-time promotions. 🏳️🥤🍕🎁

#WorldCup #ConvenienceStores #Merchandising

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💐 Last-minute doesn’t mean last thought
🎁Mother’s Day is one of the biggest gifting moments of the year. Chocolates, flowers, greeting cards, the right merchandising can make all the difference.
👉A timely reminder that small, thoughtful offerings can drive real impact.

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💪Even with recent closures (~1.5/day), Canada’s convenience network remains resilient—higher store density than the U.S. and a strong 24/7 workforce.
📊Dive into the SOI report: https://t.co/g9dpigDIOu

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🍻🍴Alcohol and foodservice are reshaping convenience.

🆕New categories drive more visits and bigger baskets.

🔍 More insights in our State of the Industry report (members only).

👉Learn more about membership and access the report: https://t.co/g9dpigDIOu