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Casavogue Highlights Canadian-Made Bermex Dining Furniture

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Casavogue in Montréal showcases Canadian-made Bermex dining furniture, including the Expression and Clara tables and Rocko and Luca chairs. The Québec manufacturer offers customizable wood finishes and upholstery, with showroom consultants helping customers plan coordinated dining spaces.

The Kitchen to open 9,000-square-foot dining destination at Toronto’s Mirvish Village in 2027

Mario Toneguzzi -
A new Toronto food hall will bring 12 local restaurant brands together in a 460-seat dining space featuring automated food delivery and community event facilities.

Retail Insider “Q3 2026 Real Estate & Leasing Report”: Signed Space Must Become Paying Space

Lee Rivett -
High occupancy and stronger replacement rents coexist with costly anchor redevelopments. Retail Insider’s Q3 report examines why openings, rent commencement and capital returns will determine the value of current leasing progress.

RioCan Retail Occupancy Hits Record 98.9% as Leasing Demand Drives Rental Growth: Executive interview

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RioCan reports strong demand for retail space, 17% leasing spreads and expansion opportunities as it outlines its strategy for portfolio growth heading into 2027.

Intuit Mailchimp research finds personalized emails boost Canadian holiday shopping sales

Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadian ecommerce businesses saw higher order values and repeat purchases through targeted email campaigns, according to new Intuit Mailchimp research examining billions of marketing messages.

Hirevue examines how AI is changing holiday hiring as employers prepare for seasonal rush

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Hirevue's Christie Brodbeck discusses holiday hiring trends, seasonal job demand and how AI is helping employers screen applicants, validate skills and recruit more efficiently.

Bio-K+ expands retail distribution across Canada and U.S. with new partnerships and product launches

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The Quebec-based probiotic company is expanding into Walmart, Costco.ca, Circle K and major U.S. grocery chains as it broadens its North American retail and e-commerce presence.

Mandy’s Gourmet Salads to launch Calgary delivery service through Uber Eats

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Montreal-based Mandy’s Gourmet Salads will enter the Calgary market Nov. 9 with delivery of its salads, bowls, soups and smoothies through Uber Eats.

Crombie REIT reports higher funds from operations as occupancy reaches record level

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Crombie REIT reported a 3 per cent increase in third-quarter funds from operations per unit, stronger rental rates and a planned $134-million acquisition of 13 Ontario retail properties.

Daily Synopsis: November 4, 2026

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Some Canadians skipping meals amid grocery costs, Diwali finds wider audience, Amazon breaks ground on huge Nova Scotia warehouse, 3 bookstores opening in Vancouver, 2 Costco stores opening soon in Alberta, and other news.

Peloton Rebuilds Canadian Retail Presence Through Fitness Factory Partnership

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Peloton is expanding its Canadian physical retail network from two to ten locations through The Fitness Factory. The partnership follows earlier showroom closures and accompanies three new treadmills as the company increases its focus on running.

KIT + ACE Expands Canadian Network to 18 Locations with Brentwood Store, Prepares U.S. Entry

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KIT + ACE is expanding to 18 Canadian locations with a new store at The Amazing Brentwood in Burnaby. CEO David Lui also confirms the Vancouver-founded apparel retailer is working toward finalizing its first U.S. store under Unity Brands.

A Price Freeze That Doesn’t Freeze Canadian Grocery Bills

Sylvain Charlebois -
Sylvain Charlebois questions whether the grocery industry's annual supplier price blackout benefits Canadian shoppers. His analysis of historical monthly food-price changes highlights the distinction between frozen supplier negotiations and prices at the checkout.

Maple Leaf Foods sales surpass $1 billion in Q3

Mario Toneguzzi -
Maple Leaf Foods reports higher third-quarter sales and adjusted EBITDA but lowers its 2026 earnings outlook amid persistent food production inflation and pressure on consumers.

Canadian Tire invests $200 million in Mark’s store expansion, opens largest location in Thunder Bay (photos/video)

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Canadian Tire plans to invest $200 million in Mark’s stores through 2028, expanding its new retail format to 40 locations across Canada.

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Casavogue Highlights Canadian-Made Bermex Dining Furniture

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Casavogue in Montréal showcases Canadian-made Bermex dining furniture, including the Expression and Clara tables and Rocko and Luca chairs. The Québec manufacturer offers customizable wood finishes and upholstery, with showroom consultants helping customers plan coordinated dining spaces.

The Kitchen to open 9,000-square-foot dining destination at Toronto’s Mirvish Village in 2027

RioCan Retail Occupancy Hits Record 98.9% as Leasing Demand Drives Rental Growth: Executive interview

Intuit Mailchimp research finds personalized emails boost Canadian holiday shopping sales

Hirevue examines how AI is changing holiday hiring as employers prepare for seasonal rush

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Retail Insider “Q3 2026 Real Estate & Leasing Report”: Signed Space Must Become Paying Space

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High occupancy and stronger replacement rents coexist with costly anchor redevelopments. Retail Insider’s Q3 report examines why openings, rent commencement and capital returns will determine the value of current leasing progress.

Gildan cuts 2026 outlook as weaker apparel demand weighs on third-quarter sales

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Serruya Private Equity Appoints Jenny Frankel to Support Retail Strategy and Brand Growth and lead The Body Shop

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Award-winning beauty entrepreneur and Nudestix founder brings 25+ years of brand-building expertise, ethical beauty credentials, and deep Canadian retail relationships to SPE's growing portfolio.

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A Price Freeze That Doesn’t Freeze Canadian Grocery Bills

Sylvain Charlebois -
Sylvain Charlebois questions whether the grocery industry's annual supplier price blackout benefits Canadian shoppers. His analysis of historical monthly food-price changes highlights the distinction between frozen supplier negotiations and prices at the checkout.

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SmartCentres reports higher occupancy and retail leasing growth in third quarter

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SmartCentres reported 98.2 per cent retail occupancy and higher rental income in the third quarter, while advancing new Walmart-anchored developments and expanding its self-storage portfolio.

Maple Leaf Foods sales surpass $1 billion in Q3

Retail Insider “Q3 2026 Home Furnishings Report”: The Store Needs a Defined Job

Shopify experiences 32% revenue growth in Q3

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When Every Brand Sounds the Same: The Challenge of Standing Out in the Age of AI

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As artificial intelligence makes marketing content faster and easier to produce, retailers face a growing challenge: standing out from competitors. Linda Farha explores why authentic brand stories, human expertise and consistent messaging are becoming increasingly valuable in retail marketing.

In the Age of AI, Investing in the Human Touch Is Fundamental for Retailers

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