The Convenience Industry Excellence Awards recognize individuals and companies that contribute to the growth of our industry. As an industry, the convenience channel is constantly evolving and needs strong leadership to grow and prosper. These awards pay tribute to the recipients, acknowledge important accomplishments and recognize excellence.
2026 Convenience Excellence Awards Winners
Outstanding Industry Leader of the Year
This award recognizes an individual’s outstanding leadership, contributions, and commitment to the growth and success of the Canadian convenience industry.
2026 Recipient:
Kory McDonald, RBH
Outstanding Partner of the Year
This award recognizes a partner’s outstanding collaboration, commitment, and initiative in supporting the growth and success of Canada’s convenience industry.
2026 Recipient:
Labatt Breweries of Canada
CICC Founders' Circle Awards
This award honours contributions that have had an impact on the Canadian convenience industry and on the Convenience Industry Council of Canada itself.
2026 Recipients:
Serge Nadeau, Founding Board Member,
formerly with Beaudry
Ian White, Founding Board Member,
formerly with Parkland Corporation
