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J.C. Williams Group

J.C. Williams Group is a leading Toronto-based retail consulting firm with over 45 years of experience helping retailers, developers, and municipalities succeed. The firm specializes in market research, retail strategy, and downtown revitalization, offering data-driven insights and practical solutions to navigate a rapidly changing retail landscape. Known for its thought leadership, J.C. Williams Group partners with industry associations like ICSC and RCC to share expertise and shape the future of Canadian retail.

Retail Sales Growth Masks a Shift to Experience Spending

Retail sales posted modest growth in October as consumers redirected spending from at-home categories to dining, events, and experiences.

Discretionary Spending Leads Canada’s September Retail Growth

Discretionary spending outpaced overall retail growth in September as rate cuts, tariff relief, and warm weather reshaped Canadian consumer behaviour.

Canadian Retail Outpaces U.S. as Values and Weather Drive August Sales

J.C. Williams Group reports Canadian retail sales rose in August, driven by values-led shopping, domestic travel, and warm weather boosts.

Canadian Retail Sales Surge 5.7% as Consumers Time Spending and Stay Local

Canadian retail sales rose 5.7% as shoppers timed deals and spent locally, with Prime Day boosting mid-summer demand.

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