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Home Depot restructures leadership to streamline operations and accelerate growth strategy

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At the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company operated 2,361 retail stores and more than 1,280 SRS locations across the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, all 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico.

Sobeys surpasses food waste reduction target five years ahead of UN goal

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Empire said the food loss and waste reduction included 40.6 million pounds of food donated across Canada during fiscal 2026, while another 5.2 million pounds of food was diverted through the FoodHero program.

Employment in retail continues to increase: Statistics Canada

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The monthly increase in May was concentrated in food and beverage retailers (+5,100; +1.0%), motor vehicle and parts dealers (+1,100; +0.5%) and general merchandise retailers (+1,000; +0.4%).

Loblaw Plans About 75 Store Openings in 2027 as Discount Expansion Continues

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Loblaw expects to open about 75 stores in 2027 as it expands No Frills, Maxi and its pharmacy network amid sustained demand for discount grocery shopping.

Canada Goose’s Year-Round Strategy Gains Momentum as New Categories Drive Growth

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Canada Goose says apparel, rainwear and windwear generated nearly 40% of first-quarter revenue as the luxury retailer expands beyond winter parkas, with Canada outperforming the U.S. market.

T&T’s Record California Debut Fuels U.S. Expansion Plans

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T&T Supermarket's first California store generated the highest first-week sales in Loblaw history as the Canadian retailer accelerates its U.S. expansion.

Daily Synopsis: July 30, 2026

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Shoppers Drug Mart Expanding lower-priced fresh food, Aesop expanding Canadian store network, World Cup drove international card use in Canada, Canada Goose reports positive earnings, and other news.

Shoppers Drug Mart Expands Pharmacy Care as Loblaw Tests Lower-Priced Food Offer

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Shoppers Drug Mart is expanding pharmacy care clinics and testing lower-priced food as healthcare-services sales outpace front-store growth.

Aesop Expands Canadian Store Network with New CF Richmond Centre Location

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Aesop, an Australian skincare retailer, is opening a boutique at CF Richmond Centre, continuing its expansion across Canada. This move marks a significant milestone in Aesop's strategy to establish standalone stores and enhance direct-to-consumer connections.

Gildan reports “strong” Q2 results, net loss of $50 million, announces sale of HanesBrands Australia

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Second quarter net sales from continuing operations were $1.58 billion, up 72.3% over the prior year.

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Home Depot restructures leadership to streamline operations and accelerate growth strategy

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At the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company operated 2,361 retail stores and more than 1,280 SRS locations across the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, all 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico.

Sobeys surpasses food waste reduction target five years ahead of UN goal

Loblaw Plans About 75 Store Openings in 2027 as Discount Expansion Continues

Canada Goose’s Year-Round Strategy Gains Momentum as New Categories Drive Growth

T&T’s Record California Debut Fuels U.S. Expansion Plans

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Employment in retail continues to increase: Statistics Canada

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The monthly increase in May was concentrated in food and beverage retailers (+5,100; +1.0%), motor vehicle and parts dealers (+1,100; +0.5%) and general merchandise retailers (+1,000; +0.4%).

Gildan reports “strong” Q2 results, net loss of $50 million, announces sale of HanesBrands Australia

Canada Goose reports Q1 Fiscal 2027 results while company expands year-round relevance

Loblaw reports Q2 revenue growth of 4.1% 

Primaris REIT announces Q2 2026 results, leasing momentum “exceptionally strong”

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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

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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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Canada’s Food Prices Have Outpaced Inflation Every Month Under Carney

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