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Retail Insider Jewelry Report: Experience and Accessible Premium Reshape the Market

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Retail Insider’s Q2 2026 jewellery report examines how experiential luxury, accessible premium brands, new luxury destinations and lab-grown diamonds are changing competition across the Canadian market.

Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust reports results for Q2 with a higher net loss

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On its website, the REIT said it had 699 properties, more than 18 million square feet in the development pipeline, 37 million square feet of grocery-anchored retail in the portfolio, and it had an industry-leading balance sheet with 7.0x Debt/EBITDA.

A&W Food Services releases Q2 results as sales and revenue grow

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During the quarter, the company opened eight new A&W restaurants and the first franchised Pret shop.

Small business confidence improves but new tariff threat looms: CFIB

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Fuel costs remained the top cost constraint affecting 60% of small firms across Canada, while shipping and receiving costs stayed elevated for 45% of businesses.

Retail sales continue to climb: Statistics Canada

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The largest increase in retail sales in May was observed at gasoline stations and fuel vendors (+3.1%).

Groupe Dynamite appoints former Cohere executive Martin Kon to board of directors

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The appointment comes as Groupe Dynamite continues to expand its retail and digital operations internationally while focusing on technology, data and artificial intelligence as part of its business strategy.

Moxy Ottawa Downtown hotel opens in iconic Byward Market district

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The hotel also offers a variety of amenities designed to balance social energy with relaxation, including a fitness centre, and flexible gathering spaces for both work and play.

Canadian Pet Spending Holds Firm Amid Economic Pressures

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A new Canadian pet shopping report finds owners are protecting pet budgets while seeking value, shopping across channels and embracing auto-ship.

Tim Hortons launches handcrafted matcha beverage lineup across Canada

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The launch adds five matcha-based drinks to the chain's menu and marks the company's latest product introduction aimed at broadening beverage options beyond its traditional coffee and tea offerings.

Organic Traditions Secures $10.5M to Accelerate U.S. Expansion

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Organic Traditions, a Canadian superfood brand, has closed a $10.5 million Series A funding round. This financing aims to bolster its U.S. growth, eCommerce business, and product innovation, particularly in the functional wellness sector.

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Small business confidence improves but new tariff threat looms: CFIB

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Fuel costs remained the top cost constraint affecting 60% of small firms across Canada, while shipping and receiving costs stayed elevated for 45% of businesses.

Groupe Dynamite appoints former Cohere executive Martin Kon to board of directors

Moxy Ottawa Downtown hotel opens in iconic Byward Market district

Canadian Pet Spending Holds Firm Amid Economic Pressures

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Retail Insider Jewelry Report: Experience and Accessible Premium Reshape the Market

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Retail Insider’s Q2 2026 jewellery report examines how experiential luxury, accessible premium brands, new luxury destinations and lab-grown diamonds are changing competition across the Canadian market.

Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust reports results for Q2 with a higher net loss

A&W Food Services releases Q2 results as sales and revenue grow

Retail sales continue to climb: Statistics Canada

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Organic Traditions Secures $10.5M to Accelerate U.S. Expansion

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Organic Traditions, a Canadian superfood brand, has closed a $10.5 million Series A funding round. This financing aims to bolster its U.S. growth, eCommerce business, and product innovation, particularly in the functional wellness sector.

ZoRaw Chocolates Targets Mainstream Retail Growth with Chocolate-First Strategy

Sweat and Tonic Sets October Opening for Yorkville Club

Premiers sign final agreement towards Canada-wide direct-to-consumer alcohol sales 

Casavogue Again Ranked Among Montréal’s Top 3 Furniture Stores

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Birks Group Inc. reports Fiscal 2026 results, with net sales increasing 15.5% year-over-year

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The increase in net sales is attributable in part, to the acquisition of the luxury timepieces and jewelry retail activities of European Boutique, as well as an increase in both Birks branded jewelry and third party branded jewelry.

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Consumer prices rise 2.8% year-over-year in June: Statistics Canada

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Knix Founder Joanna Griffiths Steps Down After 14 Years as Nicole Tapscott Takes Leadership

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Knix founder Joanna Griffiths is stepping down after 14 years, with Chief Commercial Officer Nicole Tapscott taking leadership as the Canadian retailer continues its expansion across stores, ecommerce and wholesale.

Honestly Good Chicken Fingers appoints Naomi Kempkes as President

Marilyn Brooks, Trailblazer of Canadian Fashion Retail, Dies at 93

Living Beauty sees spectacular growth since launching flagship store a year ago

VIDEO: Indoor farming push seen as key to Canada’s food security: GoodLeaf CEO

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Trade Uncertainty Is Becoming Canada’s Biggest Economic Risk

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As CUSMA enters review and China imposes new duties on Canadian products, Canada's agri-food sector faces mounting trade uncertainty that threatens investment and economic growth.

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