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Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Supply Chain Backlog Remains: Scandiweb (Opinion)

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US and Iran announced a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but more than 800 vessels remain stranded and freight rates may take months to normalize.

Canadians Seek Connection and Community Through Retail: Study

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A new HumanKind study suggests Canadians are increasingly prioritizing connection, community and meaningful experiences. The findings offer valuable insight into evolving consumer behaviour and the retail trends shaping Canada's marketplace.

India’s Soch Expands to Surrey as Canadian Growth Strategy Continues

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India-based fashion retailer Soch has opened its second Canadian store in Surrey, British Columbia, continuing an expansion strategy that began with its Brampton debut and highlighting the growing importance of demographic-driven retail growth in Canada.

VIDEO: Love Ur Curls founder Sahar Saidi eyes retail expansion after decade of DTC growth

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The company was born out of personal frustration with the lack of effective products for curly hair.

Eat Chips Every Day, Snackish launches across North America

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Snackish is available now nationwide at Target across the U.S and at Loblaws and Whole Foods across Canada.

Canadian cardholder spending holds up but momentum eases: RBC report

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Clothing, shoes and related apparel remained a notable source of strength with spending rising 1.8%, and maintaining a 1% three-month average gain.

RONA publishes its 2025 Sustainable Development Report

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Nearly 2,000 tonnes of products were brought back by customers for recycling.

Le Creuset Expands to Park Royal as Canadian Strategy Evolves

Craig Patterson -
Le Creuset will open its 13th Canadian store at Park Royal in West Vancouver, continuing a retail strategy focused on premium lifestyle destinations, experiential store formats, and selective expansion.

Specsavers Canada becomes an official partner of the Toronto Blue Jays

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The partnership includes Specsavers as the Blue Jays presenting sponsor of the Strike Zone Challenge, based on the new Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 17, 2026

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Tesoro grocery store shuts in Edmonton after less than 2 years, Shindico begins preleasing Winnipeg centre, Pret a Manger opens at YVR Airport, Oakridge Park Skytrain connection anticipated, and other news.

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Canadians Seek Connection and Community Through Retail: Study

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Specsavers Canada becomes an official partner of the Toronto Blue Jays

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