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Daily Synopsis: October 16, 2026

Grocery store cyber attacks become concern, Longo's opening in former King City Coppa's, Comox Centre Mall comes to market, Newmarket Mayor pushes for Walmart to stay open, Legendary Noodles shuts in Vancouver's West End, and other news.

From The Desk: Experiential Retail and Leadership Moves Shape Canadian Market

Craig Patterson examines Canadian retail trends, from Aritzia's expansion and labour challenges to AI adoption and the evolving role of physical stores.

Groupe Dynamite appoints Jennifer Vincent as Head of Global Communications

Jennifer Vincent joins Groupe Dynamite with more than 15 years of communications experience as the retailer continues its international expansion.

Carol Deacon takes the helm as Bed Bath & Beyond prepares Canadian store comeback

Bed Bath & Beyond Canada president Carol Deacon discusses relaunching the retail brand online, plans for smaller stores in 2027 and the support of Sleep Country.

Canadian Tire shifts focus to growing fandom after reaching women’s sport investment milestone

Canadian Tire’s Eva Salem discusses the company’s strategy to increase visibility, build audiences and grow women’s professional sport in Canada.

Sundayfawn Targets 200 Retail Locations With Personalized Book ‘Story Pass’ Model

Toronto-based personalized children’s book company SundayFawn is preparing to expand into physical retail with a model designed to let stores sell customized books without carrying finished-book inventory.

Nintendo’s first store-within-a-store in North America opens Saturday October 17 in Toronto

The Nintendo space at EB Games brings Nintendo games, characters and worlds together in an immersive new retail environment.

A&W launches new mission and corporate strategy

System Sales in Q3 of $497.6 million increased by $18.0 million (3.8%)

KaleMart24 Eyes 100-Store Network as Canadian Expansion Accelerates [Video Interview]

KaleMart24 founder Sam Saoudi and Think Retail's Tony Flanz discuss plans for 100 stores or franchise agreements, Toronto expansion, Vancouver opportunities and the economics of healthier convenience retail in a Retail Insider podcast interview.

Tanya Taylor Opens First Canadian Store in Toronto’s Summerhill Neighbourhood

Toronto-born designer Tanya Taylor has opened her first Canadian boutique at The James in Summerhill. The 750-square-foot store is her brand's third standalone location and joins a growing mix of specialty retailers at Scrivener Square.

Loblaw Expands Multi-Brand Apparel Strategy Beyond Joe Fresh

Loblaw is expanding Joe Fresh with national and licensed apparel brands as Costco, Walmart and Winners compete for Canadian clothing shoppers.

Toronto-Based REFORMD Expands to California with Major Fitness and Wellness Studio

Toronto-based REFORMD will open its first U.S. Lagree studio at The Commons at Calabasas in January 2027, featuring 37 machines and wellness services.

MTY Food Group Shifts Focus to Franchising as Canadian Restaurant Sales Stabilize

MTY Food Group is reducing corporate-owned restaurants and reviewing its brand portfolio as Canadian sales stabilize. Mall-based restaurants, breakfast concepts and sushi brands are among the strongest performers, while the company targets renewed growth through franchising.

Oakridge Park Hosts Fashion Showcase with John Legend and Joe Zee in Vancouver

Vancouver's Oakridge Park hosted its inaugural Front Row fashion showcase on October 15, with Joe Zee hosting and John Legend performing live at the piano. The event brought together the city's luxury retail community as the newly opened development expands its cultural programming.

Groupe Marcelle partners with Dentsu Creative Canada on brand growth

Montreal-based beauty company Groupe Marcelle has partnered with Dentsu Creative Canada to support the development of its Marcelle, Watier and Annabelle brands.

Recipe Unlimited to acquire Greece-based restaurant operator Evergood

The Canadian restaurant company has signed an agreement to acquire Evergood, which operates more than 575 restaurants across five brands in Greece and regional markets.

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