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Vistera Launches Canadian-Built Platform for SMB Services

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The company said the launch marks a turning point for professional services in Canada.

Daily Synopsis: August 27, 2026

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Chapman's Ice Cream to cut American ingredients, Montreal Shein pop-up sees protest, Saskatchewan launches 50% US alcohol tariff, Drake launching U of T collection for fall, SSENSE grapples with new tariffs, and other news.

Renewed ‘Buy Canadian’ Movement Begins Reshaping Retail Strategy

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The Buy Canadian movement is gaining momentum as retailers promote domestic products, consumers seek Canadian alternatives and tariffs reshape retail strategy.

Authentic Takes Majority Stake in Drake’s OVO as Vince Takes Over Retail Operations

Craig Patterson -
Authentic Brands Group has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in OVO's intellectual property, co-founded by Drake. The partnership aims to expand OVO's global reach while maintaining its creative identity.

Lessons for Mid-Market Retail from the Roots Acquisition

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The Roots acquisition offers lessons for mid-market retailers on differentiation, brand value, cultural relevance and protecting the assets customers value.

Samsung Canada Reinforces Role of Physical Retail as Technology Evolves

Craig Patterson -
Samsung Canada is investing in experience-led stores that support product discovery, education and service as consumers increasingly move between digital and physical shopping channels.

Reitmans Names Lilly Singh and Katherine Levac as New National Ambassadors for Fall 2026 Campaign

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On Monday, August 17, Reitmans brought fashion courtside at Scotiabank Arena, transforming the Toronto Tempo court into a live runway for 146 guests, composed...

Corby Spirit and Wine Limited sees record full-year Fiscal 2026 results 

Mario Toneguzzi -
FY26 Revenue of $271.6 million (+10%) and Organic Revenue +11%.

Purdys Chocolatier to open four Maritime locations Sept. 4

Mario Toneguzzi -
The expansion adds a new regional market for the Vancouver-based company, which has operated as a family-owned business since 1907.

Canadian retailers could face higher costs and rising prices due to tariffs: Coface

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Furniture, cosmetics, hardware, appliances, dairy and seafood are among the retail categories most exposed to the current tariff measures.

The Book Corner pop-up launches at Guildford Town Centre (Photos)

Mario Toneguzzi -
The independent pop-up for book lovers will feature 1,000+ books with 100% of proceeds supporting the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society and literacy initiatives

HEQ partners with Sleep Country to offer perks to Ontario homeowners

Mario Toneguzzi -
The partnership will provide HEQ homeowners with exclusive Sleep Country offers, although the companies did not disclose the specific terms or value of the perks.

IKEA and Xbox launch gaming-focused home collection in Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The collection was developed jointly by IKEA and Xbox, with one designer from each company working on every piece.

Daily Synopsis: August 26, 2026

Retail Insider -
Buy Canadian movement accelerates, tariff war collides with Amazon plans, Loblaw flags tariff products, Mayrand opening Quebec store, downtown Toronto tailor offering $80k vicuna suit, and other news.

Promenades St-Bruno to invest $49.5M in food court redevelopment, new retail space

Mario Toneguzzi -
The project will relocate the existing lower-level food court to the current Marché des Promenades location, allowing the former food court area to be converted into retail space.

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