About Couche-Tard
At Couche-Tard, our mission is to make customers’ lives a little easier every day, and we do this by living our values and building deep mutual respect and trust with our partners. We are constantly evolving to meet customers’ needs, create inclusive and safe workplaces for our people, minimize our impact on the environment and be a trusted neighbor in the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the world’s preferred brand in convenience and mobility.
Our Storied History of
Successful Acquisitions
1980
Our First Store
Opened our first convenience store in Laval, Québec, laying the foundation for future growth.
1980
Our First Store
Opened our first convenience store in Laval, Québec, laying the foundation for future growth.
2001
U.S. Entry
Entered the U.S. market by acquiring Bigfoot stores in the Midwest, expanding our presence.
2001
U.S. Entry
Entered the U.S. market by acquiring Bigfoot stores in the Midwest, expanding our presence.
2003
U.S. Expansion
Purchased Circle K Corporation from ConocoPhillips.
2003
U.S. Expansion
Purchased Circle K Corporation from ConocoPhillips.
2012
European Entry
Expanded into Europe with the acquisition of Statoil Fuel & Retail.
2012
European Entry
Expanded into Europe with the acquisition of Statoil Fuel & Retail.
2016
Expansion into Ireland
Welcomed Topaz in Ireland.
2016
Expansion into Ireland
Welcomed Topaz in Ireland.
2017
Additional Growth in U.S.
Acquired CST and Holiday Station Stores in the U.S.
2017
Additional Growth in U.S.
Acquired CST and Holiday Station Stores in the U.S.
2020
Expansion into Asia
Acquired Circle K franchise stores in Hong Kong and Macau, growing in the Asian market.
2020
Expansion into Asia
Acquired Circle K franchise stores in Hong Kong and Macau, growing in the Asian market.
2023
Further Acquisitions in Europe
Expanded into four new European countries with acquistion of certain assets of TotalEnergies
2023
Further Acquisitions in Europe
Expanded into four new European countries with acquistion of certain assets of TotalEnergies.
Global Footprint
Since the opening of a first store in Laval, Québec, we have continued to grow and make a positive impact globally. As one of the world’s largest convenience retailers, we have a footprint across the globe.
- 29Countries & Territories
- ~16.8KStores
- ~149KEmployees
Values We Live By
One Team
We work together to make it easier for our customers and colleagues. We stay humble and celebrate shared successes. We have fun and care for each other.
Do the Right Thing
We act with honesty and integrity. We are inclusive: we treat each other, our customers, and our suppliers with respect. We strive towards a cleaner, safer, equitable workplace and planet.
Take Ownership
We treat the business as our own. We seek out problems, act quickly to solve them, and deliver better results. We take responsibility, and when we make mistakes, we learn from them.
Play to Win
We challenge ourselves to play offense, not defense, which means we need to be quick and innovative. We show up every day ready and committed to make an impact using our talents and hard work.