Advocacy for a Thriving Industry: RCC In Action
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Letter to Minister Boissonnault: Temporary Foreign Worker Program Vital to Canadian Retail Industry →
The following letter was sent to Minister Randy Boissonnault from RCC President and CEO Diane J.…
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International Student 20-Hours Work Week Cap to Continue →
Attention retailers who employ students: The 20-hour work week cap for international…
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Rail Operations Resume, But Delays Loom →
Last Thursday, August 22, 2024, Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon directed the Canadian…
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New Restrictions on Temporary Foreign Worker Program →
The federal government has announced new restrictions to the low-wage stream of the Temporary…
Upcoming Events
sep
12
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Retail Marketing Conference 2024
FINAL DAYS!
Designed for today’s retail marketers to connect with peers and absorb expert advice. Learn about modern storytelling, harnessing the power of data, understanding AI’s role, bolstering digital merchandising and advertising strategies, optimizing customer journeys and more.
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Retail Marketing Conference 2024
FINAL DAYS!
Designed for today’s retail marketers to connect with peers and absorb expert advice. Learn about modern storytelling, harnessing the power of data, understanding AI’s role, bolstering digital merchandising and advertising strategies, optimizing customer journeys and more.
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oct
04
Retail Secure Manitoba Summit
Strengthening Manitoba’s Retail Security Together
Manitoba’s business leaders, officials, police, retailers, and community members are coming together at Retail Council of Canada’s Retail Secure Manitoba Summit to explore how we can collaborate to enhance safety and security for businesses across the province.
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oct
16
Retail Sustainability Conference
Last chance to save $100 with Early Bird
Retail visionaries, sustainability trailblazers, government leaders, and forward-thinking QSR and CPG experts address EPR systems, ESG standards, decarbonization, and eco-packaging.
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nov
06
Retail West Conference 2024
Made for Retailers in Western Canada
Step into the heart of Western Canadian retail and join industry thought leaders, retail experts and innovative supplier partners for a dynamic day of connection and insight.
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Exclusive RCC STORE 24 edition Canadian Retailer Magazine!
Dive into highlights from RCCSTORE24, explore the winners of the Excellence in Retailing Awards, and discover the best innovations from the Grand Prix New Product Awards. Don’t miss this special issue showcasing the very best of Canadian retail!
Empowering Retail with Education and Training at Every Level
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RCC FoodWise™ Food Safety Certification
Comprehensive, scientifically backed training to enhance your team’s food handling and safety practices, including engaging video modules, interactive quizzes, and downloadable workbooks, and more.
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Certification of Excellence in Retail District Management
Benefit from the RCC member rate of only $1,595 for a comprehensive program tailored to equip Retail District Managers with essential skills, business acumen, and leadership tools to drive outstanding team performance.
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Certificate of Excellence in Retail Store Management
Take advantage of the RCC member rate of just $695 for an in-depth program designed to provide Retail Store Managers with the necessary skills, business insights, and leadership tools to lead exceptional teams.
Trending Resources
Featured Benefit Partners
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RetailCare →
Flexible and affordable health benefits for retailers.
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Chase →
Save on payment processing and get discounts set-up and equipment fees.
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ShipTime →
RCC members can compare shipping rates from the top national couriers with ShipTime’s easy to…
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BarterPay →
Easily barter idle inventory at full value using BarterPay’s new digital, marketing,…
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