Message from the Association President First! the good news, save the date! Our first in person event in over 2 years will be CAMA’s annual golf tournament which is scheduled for June 15th and will be held at Granite Ridge Golf Club located on the beautiful Niagara Escarpment in Milton ON.  New for CAMA Members: A Specialized Commercial Insurance Program from Western Financial Group Insurance Solutions  The Automatic merchandising and vending industry provides its own unique challenges when it comes to insurance and protection. We have put together a variety of products to make sure that your business has various options for protection and is covered when issues do arise.  Did You Know? 71% of Consumers Prefer Bean-to-Cup Beverage NEW! Bean-To-Cup Programs From Mother Parkers  We have partnered with a trusted Canadian manufacturer to provide a quality bean-to-cup solution for fresh coffee and coffeehouse favourites at the touch of a button. Or no touch at all. Evoke Market - Vending Machine + Micro Market Hybrid Solution You’ve Been Waiting For U-Select-It’s new Evoke Market is an innovative self-service solution that combines the security of vending machines with the accessibility and ease of use of micro markets. What Have You Got that will Help Beat the Heat? Spring is here, the days are longer, buds are starting to show on trees and soon summer will be upon us. It is definitely not too soon to be thinking about what warm weather options there are for foodservice and OCS customers. Driving Sales Through Impulse Purchases Snacking and indulging in a treat has always been synonymous with the vending and self-service markets; having food and beverages available at a convenient location whenever it is desired is the impetus for the evolution of our diverse industry.  Adapting Your Business to the New Reality It will be quite some time before we understand the full impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. But the history of such shocking events tells us many things. Even in severe economic downturns and recessions, many companies have been able to gain advantage and emerge stronger. How to Stay Ahead of the Shifting Retail Landscape Over the past few years, retailers have had to adapt to dramatic changes in consumer behavior. Without regular, person-to-person interaction, customer engagement took on a whole new importance, and now, on the other side of the pandemic, the line between unattended retail and traditional retail is blurring. Cantaloupe, Inc. CEO Sean Feeney predicts some of the trends that will be part of the next-generation retail experience. Bean-to-Cup; Increased Volume Means Increased Labor The world of office coffee, especially in desirable larger accounts, is moving away from traditional brewing methods and is demanding more. The unstable labor market means employee retention and at work satisfaction is more important than ever. An easy way to do this is through specialty coffee. Should you keep some COVID controls in place? As the province lifts pandemic restrictions for public places, what are the workplace implications? Should your workplace lift its restrictions in line with the province? "Not necessarily," says Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) Consultant Pamela Patry. Register Now - Ontario 2022 Golf Tournament We are so excited to resume in-person events with the return of a regional golf tournament. The event will be held at Granite Ridge Golf Club located on the beautiful Niagara Escarpment in Milton ON. Come out and meet with industry colleagues, clients and friends!   Welcome to Our New Members JC Vending Services Our service team specialize in logistics and fulfillment services for micromarkets, offices and vending machines. SMRT1 Technologies is a technology company based in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. We specialize in interactive, cloud-connected, smart dispensing solutions that provide engaging, frictionless, convenient, customer experiences. Make informed data-driven decisions with our tailored real-time dashboard analytics. Renew Your Membership for 2022! Membership renewals were released in December 2021. If you have not received your notice, or would like to renew your membership today, please contact admin@vending-cama.com. If you have renewed we thank you for your continued support!

ISSUE 8 April 2022 SMART PICK is a national healthy choice program available to all CAMA members. For details and to sign up click here! Upcoming Events Check the Event Calendar for a list of upcoming events and important dates. Want to Become a Member?  Membership with CAMA has many benefits. For details and to become a member, click here. Have questions about your membership? Contact admin@vending-cama.com and we will be more then happy to assist you.  ‌

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