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How Many Employees Do You Need for Vending Machines in Canada? (2026 Reality Check)
Employee count matters—but it’s not the only factor. This guide shares practical Canadian thresholds for vending viability, including foot traffic, shift impact, sales minimums, commission expectations, timelines, and FAQs. Written by Vending Canada • Updated February...
The Complete Guide to Vending Services in Canada (2026 Edition)
The Complete Guide to Vending Services in Canada 2026 Edition This guide is a practical, data-heavy reference to vending services in Canada—how vending works, how costs break down, what compliance issues matter, how payment technology is changing, and how to evaluate...
The New Face of Canadian Retail in 2026: Fast Delivery, AI, and a Two-Tier economy
In 2026, the Canadian retail landscape is defined by a widening economic gap and rapid technological shifts. For the vending industry, this has created a split market where success depends on location and target demographics. High income shoppers in urban centers like...
PUBLIC HEALTH VENDING MACHINES, BENEFICIAL FOR COLD-WEATHER IN WISCONSIN COUNTY
Public health officials in Outagamie County have added cold-weather gear to the region’s public health vending machines to assist residents during winter conditions. This initiative is part of a broader harm-reduction strategy funded by opioid settlement...
Scallix Brings Cust2Mate Smart Cart Technology to Canada, What Vending Operators Should Know
Scallix Inc. has announced a partnership with Cust2Mate that will bring Cust2Mate’s AI-powered smart shopping carts to Canada, with Scallix acting as the company’s Canadian representative. While the technology is aimed primarily at grocery and big-box retail,...
Meet The Smart Cooler That’s Changing The Vending Game
AI Smart Coolers takes self-service retail to new heights with AI-powered identification, precision weighing, seamless payment options, enhanced security, and remote management! Distribution QM now offers the Nova AI Cooler (manufactured in Canada) and the Shekel AI...