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Ontario cuts booze discount for bars, restaurants in 2026

Ontario will reduce its wholesale alcohol discount for bars and restaurants from 15% to 10% starting Jan. 1, 2026. Industry warns this will raise costs for struggling businesses and likely increase prices for consumers.

Ontario wine sales rise at Ottawa LCBOs as U.S. goods stored

LCBO locations in Ottawa report a significant boost in sales of Ontario VQA wines. This uptick coincides with American products remaining in storage, shifting local consumer preferences. Discover the impact on the provincial wine industry.

BMO Beats Earnings Expectations, Raises Dividend

Bank of Montreal surpasses Q4 earnings estimates, driven by wealth management and capital markets. The bank announces a dividend increase to $1.67 per share. Read the full analysis.

Ford Reaffirms Threat to Pull Diageo from LCBO

Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to remove Diageo products from LCBO shelves over the planned closure of the Amherstburg bottling plant, impacting Crown Royal whisky.

Ford threatens LCBO boycott over Diageo plant closure

Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to remove Diageo products, including Crown Royal, from LCBO shelves in response to the planned closure of the Amherstburg bottling plant. Read the latest on this escalating dispute.

$2M US alcohol could expire on LCBO shelves

Ontario's finance minister reveals $2 million worth of American alcohol products face expiration within months at LCBO stores. Learn about the potential financial impact.

Couche-Tard Q2 Earnings Hit US$740.6M

Alimentation Couche-Tard reports impressive Q2 earnings of US$740.6 million, showing significant growth from previous year. Discover the details behind this retail success story.

LCBO adopting Ontario paper bags by summer 2026

The LCBO plans to introduce paper bags manufactured in Ontario by summer 2026, marking a significant sustainability shift for Canada's liquor retailer. Learn about this environmental initiative.

LCBO delays price hikes after industry revolt

The LCBO has delayed major pricing changes until April 1 after facing widespread industry backlash. The move follows pressure from bars, restaurants, and retailers across Ontario.

Scientists criticize ultraprocessed food profits

Health experts expose how food manufacturers generate massive profits from unhealthy ultraprocessed products as countries implement marketing restrictions. Learn about the global response.

Metro posts $217M fourth-quarter profit

Canadian grocery and drugstore retailer Metro Inc. reports strong $217 million profit in Q4 2025. Discover how the retailer performed amid competitive market conditions.

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