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Statement on First Anniversary of Beverage Alcohol Sales in Ontario

TORONTO, Sept. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The following is a statement from Anne Kothawala, President and CEO of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada, (CICC), on the first anniversary of beverage alcohol being sold in Ontario convenience stores: “One year ago, Ontario took a bold step to modernize its alcohol retail system, allowing thousands […]

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CICC President & CEO on the Toronto Sun: One year in, Canada’s failed nicotine pouch policy is fuelling the illicit market

One year after the pharmacy-only ban, the policy has pushed nicotine pouches into unregulated markets, limiting access for adults and fueling illicit sales. Trusted local retailers are ready to offer safe, regulated solutions. Read the full article here.

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