Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For October 20, 2025

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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 several several days.

As gold surges, some popular Canadian jewelry brands are increasing their prices (CBC)

South Asian-inspired frozen potato range launched in Canada (Fresh Plaza)

This video game retailer is revamping the in-store experience for Montreal gamers (CBC)

Shelving unit collapses inside Don Mills grocery store, no serious injuries reported (CP24)

NSLC continues to warehouse American alcohol and has no plans to sell it off (CBC)

Maxi opens in Caraquet, N.B., marking first location outside Quebec (Grocery Business)

A Canadian Clothing Brand That Uses Recycled Fibres Debuts its First Calgary Store (Avenue Calgary)

Toronto’s sandwich scene is booming — and these five shops are leading the way (Toronto Star)

Nike store opening at Eaton Centre hosting sports installations with professional athletes (CTV Toronto)

Striking Sobeys warehouse workers picket outside Safeway in Marda Loop as protest moves to grocery stores (CTV)

Surrey City Council to deliberate proposal for new Costco store location (Daily Hive)

Sequins, saris, sales: Calgary Indian clothing shops see more demand as city grows (CBC)

A ‘bittersweet’ ending for one of Ottawa’s last used book stores (CBC)

‘Like a scene from the movies’: Police release dramatic video of highway takedown after Newmarket mall robbery (CityNews)

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Daily Synopsis: September 24, 2026

Economists optimistic amid new retail data, consumers could benefit from Empire ending property controls, Starbucks closing 240 North American locations, OVO marks 25 years of Degrassi, and other news.

Natural, organic and wellness sector facing growing pressure from tariffs

The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) warns of impacts across the NOW industry that generates approximately $39.7 billion in economic output, contributes $18.7 billion to Canada’s GDP, and supports approximately 147,100 full-time equivalent jobs, according to research by MNP.

Kraft Dinner teams up with Solly’s Cream Soda for unique beverage

KD is teaming up with Solly’s Craft Soda to give fans a new way to satisfy their KD cravings in a beverage that combines the taste of cream soda with a hint of KD’s iconic cheesiness

Payroll employment increases in retail trade: Statistics Canada

From February to July, payroll employment in this sector generally trended up, with an overall increase of 25,300 (+1.3%).

Fuel costs, tariff pressures drag small business confidence down in September: CFIB

Weak demand remained the leading growth constraint for nearly half (49%) of small businesses, while shortage of skilled labour persisted for 41% of small firms.

Central Walk Details Redevelopment of Former Bay Spaces at Woodgrove and Mayfair

Central Walk owner Ruby Liu details plans for 310,000 square feet of former Hudson’s Bay space at Woodgrove  Centre in Namaimo and Mayfair Centre in Victoria, including H Mart, Haidilao and TM Wander.

8 in 10 Canadians cutting back on restaurants: Restaurants Canada

Restaurant sales are expected to reach $130 billion in 2026, but rising costs and thin margins continue to depress bottom lines.

Retail sales dip in July: Statistics Canada

The largest decrease was observed at general merchandise retailers, in which retail sales were down 1.9% in July, after increasing 2.5% in June.

7-Eleven Brings Korean Bestsellers to Canada as Global Food Strategy Expands

7-Eleven Canada is importing top-selling Korean snacks from another 7-Eleven market for the first time, extending a food strategy that increasingly draws on products tested elsewhere in its global network. The move follows the success of its Japanese-style egg salad sandwich.

Osmow’s reaches 250 locations as family-run restaurant marks 25 years

The company was founded by Sam Osmow in 2001 after he converted a small Streetsville sub shop into the first Osmow’s Shawarma location.

KaleMart24 preparing for rapid expansion in the coming months

17 locations have now been secured, with eight of those under construction and expected to open by the end of the fall, while five additional franchisees are still looking for locations.

Altea leases 51,000 square feet for new wellness club in Toronto’s Leaside

The deal marks the second project between Altea and RioCan and comes as the Canadian fitness and wellness operator looks for additional sites in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta.

Gallery Streetwear brings exclusive streetwear brands to Downtown Kelowna

Gallery Streetwear owner Todd Daniels discusses the boutique’s Kelowna roots, exclusive brands, community focus and plans for future expansion.

Oatly turned Toronto’s Ossington Avenue into a monochromatic Matcha Hotel Suite

Oatly transformed a narrow Ossington Avenue storefront into its Matcha-tality Suite, an immersive green hotel-inspired experience in Toronto.

Packaging, EPR and ZEVs: Inside This Year’s RCC Retail Sustainability Conference

Retail Council of Canada’s Retail Sustainability Conference runs October 27-28 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Daily Synopsis: September 23, 2026

Juan Valdez coffee expands into Canada, RCC speaks to supply chain issues, Cozey bets on struggling Ste-Catherine St., cashierless grocery store gets mixes reviews in Ottawa, Danforth retailers struggle amid construction, Jersey Mikes enters Vancouver, and other news.

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