How small businesses are leveraging social media and AI to capture consumer attention: Constant Contact

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

Globally, 73% of small business owners identify as "Creators" in some capacity.

A&W launching major Canadian airport expansion of Pret A Manger

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

The first Canadian Pret airport location is expected to open in the international terminal at YVR in early June, with additional airport openings anticipated to continue through the second half of 2026.

VIDEO: Calgary Downtown Revitalization gains momentum

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

Addressing safety remains a priority, with the city advancing a community-based strategy alongside increased enforcement and services.

Canadian Tire Positioned to Gain Market Share as Retail Consolidation Continues: Report

Craig Patterson - June 10, 2026

A new analyst report suggests Canadian Tire is well positioned to benefit from retail consolidation in Canada through its banners, loyalty program, owned brands and True North strategy.

Cineplex partners with Too Good To Go to tackle food waste

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

Since its launch in 2015, Too Good To Go has helped save more than 600 million meals, avoiding emissions of 1.6M tonnes of CO2 equivalent.

IKEA introduces meatball-flavoured lollipops

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

The meatball-flavoured lollipop is not an IKEA product but the result of a creative collaboration with Chupa Chups. It will be available for tasting only and will not be sold.

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Retail Insider - June 9, 2026

Ikea bringing meatball-flavoured lollipops to stores, Birks secures loan for store renos, Lego opening store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, T&T Supermarket to begin construction in Burnaby's Brentwood, and other news.

UNIQLO announces 5 new Canadian store openings for Fall 2026

Mario Toneguzzi - June 9, 2026

With these five new stores, UNIQLO's Canadian network will grow to 42 locations.

Royal de Versailles Builds Multi-Brand Luxury Hub on Bloor Street

Craig Patterson - June 9, 2026

Royal de Versailles unveils a major Bloor Street renovation including new Tudor and Omega boutiques in Toronto.

Stockouts push shoppers to competitors as loyalty erodes, DOSS study finds

Mario Toneguzzi - June 9, 2026

Out-of-stock products are costing brands more than a single sale.

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Craig Patterson - May 4, 2026

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How small businesses are leveraging social media and AI to capture consumer attention: Constant Contact

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

Globally, 73% of small business owners identify as "Creators" in some capacity.

A&W launching major Canadian airport expansion of Pret A Manger

June 10, 2026

Canadian Tire Positioned to Gain Market Share as Retail Consolidation Continues: Report

June 10, 2026

Cineplex partners with Too Good To Go to tackle food waste

June 10, 2026

IKEA introduces meatball-flavoured lollipops

June 10, 2026

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Jobs increase in May, unemployment rate edges down: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi - June 5, 2026

Accommodation and food services sees employment growth while wholesale and retail trade experience decrease.

Lululemon Sees Canadian Sales Decline as North American Growth Slows

June 4, 2026

Millennials Are Trading Down And Splurging At The Same Time: Study

June 2, 2026

Dr. Phone Fix reports record Q1 2026 results

June 1, 2026

Why Grocery E-Commerce Still Struggles With Impulse Discovery

June 1, 2026

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VIDEO: Calgary Downtown Revitalization gains momentum

Mario Toneguzzi - June 10, 2026

Addressing safety remains a priority, with the city advancing a community-based strategy alongside increased enforcement and services.

VIDEO: Canada’s economic uncertainty driving entrepreneurs toward franchising: TD explains why

June 9, 2026

VIDEO: Franchise model helps Ontario bakery owner navigate economic uncertainty

June 5, 2026

Charcoal Group pushes ahead with expansion as restaurant sector faces uncertainty: CEO Jody Palubiski

June 4, 2026

METRO names Marc Giroux as next President and CEO

June 2, 2026

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From The Desk: Strategic Expansion and Consumer Shifts Define Canadian Retail in Early June

Craig Patterson - June 7, 2026

Canadian retail continued to evolve this week, with store expansions, leadership changes, consumer trends, and economic insights shaping the industry's direction.