Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For February 5th, 2024

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Retail Insider is streamlining its Canadian retail news from around the web to include a handful of top news stories that can be viewed quickly during the day. Here are the top stories from the past three days.

Government should boost grocery competition at home, not seek outsider: experts (CP24)

Proposal to take Indigo private would lower scrutiny, boost flexibility: experts (Canadian Press)

Schwartz’s offer for Indigo ‘wholly inadequate,’ analyst says (Financial Post)

Valentine’s Day: Canadians spending more, celebrating less according to new survey (CTV)

Loblaw CEO Per Bank isn’t here to be famous (Globe & Mail / subscriber paywall)

How the downfall of small businesses could lead to a Canadian economic slump (CFRA)

Consumer behaviour for grocery shopping changes rapidly in Canada (Sask Today)

Proposal for northwest corner of Queen and Lee calls for six-storey residential building and new, larger grocery store (Beach Metro News)

Ottawa’s retail vacancy rate hits new low as population grows, development slows: report (Ottawa Business Journal)

Leyad Announces the Acquisition of the North Sydney Mall, Nova Scotia (Yahoo)

All of Loblaw-less Labrador cut out as Manulife makes exclusive deal with retail giant (CBC)

Owner of convenience stores charged with illegally selling tobacco, cannabis products (CBC Winnipeg)

“Exact same” bag sold at Marshalls is $110 more expensive at Winners (Daily Hive)

THEN AND NOW: Essa Rd. spot was grocery store for decades (Barrie Today)

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Future of Toys “R” Us Stores in Canada Unclear as Operating Platform, Brand Split Among Buyers

Toys “R” Us Canada's brands, store leases and operating assets are set to be divided among three buyers, leaving questions about the future of the retailer's remaining stores and operations in Canada.

Ruby Liu Unveils TM Wander at Tsawwassen Mills and Outlines Vision for Canadian Retail

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Mondetta Expands Modern Ambition with Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver Stores

Mondetta is expanding its Modern Ambition menswear brand with new stores in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, while evaluating additional opportunities across Canada, the United States and Europe.

Dollarama Surpasses 1,700 Stores in Canada, With Hundreds More Planned

Dollarama has surpassed 1,700 stores in Canada and continues to pursue a long-term goal of approximately 2,200 locations nationwide as expansion plans move forward.

Canadians driving surge in event-led travel as domestic bookings jump 15%: Flight Centre

Travellers are prioritizing meaningful experiences and exploring destinations closer to home.

Roots reports Q1 sales growth of 6.5% to $42.6 million

Net loss totaled ($10.1) million, as compared to ($7.9) million in Q1 2025.

SportChek opens Canada’s first-ever floating futsal pitch on Toronto Waterfront

SportChek Harbourfront FC brings together free public programming, interactive fan experiences, community play spaces and retail activations inspired by the growing excitement surrounding soccer in Canada.

Good Earth Coffeehouse opens at University of Alberta Hospital

Good Earth Coffeehouse is a network of authentic coffeehouses with over 50 locations across Canada.

Federal government launches National Food Security Strategy

With the average transaction sitting at approximately $12 per person, restaurants provide an accessible source of nourishment for millions of Canadians.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 11, 2026

HBC Royal Charter welcomed at Winnipeg Ceremony, FreshCo opening 1st Vancouver Island store, Palliser Furniture acquired by Chinese company after 80 years, Bulgari opens in Vancouver, Dickey's Barbecue Pit opening at West Edmonton Mall, and other news.

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Chanel Opens Largest Store in Canada at Oakridge Park in Vancouver

Chanel has opened its largest store in Canada at Oakridge Park in Vancouver. The 13,000-square-foot location is the brand's first full-concept store in Canada and a key addition to the development's luxury retail lineup.

Dollarama sees more than 21% year-over-year sales growth in Q1, surpassing $1.8 billion

Net earnings increased by 10.4% to $302.3 million, resulting in a 13.3% increase in diluted net earnings per common share to $1.11, compared to $0.98.

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lululemon Returns to Oakridge Park with New Store Concept

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