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Lee Rivett

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Lee Rivett, based in Vancouver, supports the digital distribution and technical backend operations of Retail Insider. In addition, Lee is also an active contributor to Retail Insider’s editorial content. His work includes technical reporting, international shopping centre tours, and feature articles on Canadian retail news.
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Walmart Enters Squamish Grocery Market After 20 Years of Retail Restrictions

Walmart Canada has converted its Squamish, B.C. store into an 86,000-square-foot Supercentre after local restrictions that limited fresh grocery sales were removed.
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La Cordée Closure Ends Six-Year Turnaround Attempt in Quebec Outdoor Market

Quebec outdoor retailer La Cordée is shutting down after 73 years, ending a six-year turnaround that included new ownership and store expansion. The retailer returned to creditor protection in July 2026 with more than $13 million in obligations.
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Canadian Retail Supply Chains Face Scrutiny as $63.3B in Imports Linked to Labour Risk

World Vision estimates $63.3 billion in Canadian imports were associated with documented child- or forced-labour risks in 2025, led by electronics and apparel, as Ottawa considers stronger border enforcement that could raise traceability demands for retailers.
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Aritzia Absorbs U.S. Tariff Hit as Growth Outpaces the Cost

Aritzia is absorbing significant U.S. tariff costs as strong American sales growth and margin expansion continue to offset the pressure.
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Aritzia’s Store Network Has Shifted South as U.S. Expansion Accelerates

Aritzia now operates more boutiques in the United States than in Canada as the Vancouver-founded retailer directs most new-store growth south of the border. Its mature Canadian network offers a useful template for the company’s push toward a potential 180-to-200-store U.S. footprint.
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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.
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DAVIDsTEA Eyes Further Canadian Expansion as Store Sales Gain Momentum

DAVIDsTEA is considering further Canadian store expansion in 2027 as comparable sales rebound, margins improve and new locations open across the country.
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UNIQLO Expands Canadian Footprint While Reworking Montreal Flagship

UNIQLO reopened its renovated Montreal Eaton Centre flagship on September 18 with customization, embroidery and repair services as the retailer continues expanding its Canadian network. The company now operates 39 stores in Canada, with further locations expected.
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Jumbo to Open First Canadian Store at Vaughan Mills in Former Toys “R” Us

Greek value retailer Jumbo will open its first Canadian store at Vaughan Mills, taking about 47,000 square feet formerly occupied by Toys “R” Us.
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Dollarama’s $5 Ceiling Is Becoming a Test for Canadian Retail

Dollarama is holding its $5 maximum price point as Canadian traffic continues to rise and cost pressures build. The widening performance gap with parts of mainstream retail raises questions about whether value shopping is becoming a permanent part of household spending.
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Mine & Yours Marks 13 Years as Luxury Resale Starts Looking More Like Luxury Retail

Mine & Yours marks 13 years as the Canadian luxury reseller expands its retail footprint, deepens its Holt Renfrew partnership and builds a business model in which customers increasingly serve as both shoppers and suppliers.
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Walmart Canada Builds Supercentre Pipeline as Retailer Targets Malls and Growing Communities

Walmart Canada is expanding its Supercentre pipeline through 2028, targeting former department store spaces, growing communities and grocery expansion as part of its $6.5-billion investment.
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Apple’s Siri AI Push Creates a New Product Discovery Layer for Retailers

Apple’s iOS 27 rollout gives Siri AI and Safari new capabilities for product discovery, price monitoring and restock alerts. For Canadian retailers, the shift raises a practical question: whether their product data and digital services are ready for more AI-mediated shopping journeys.
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North West Company Sees Northern Retail Spending Rise as First Nations Settlement Payments Accelerate

The North West Company is seeing stronger consumer spending in Northern Canada as First Nations settlement payments reach more communities, while fuel and freight costs remain elevated.
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Empire Raises Store-Opening Target as Canadian Grocery Expansion Intensifies

Empire is raising its fiscal 2027 store-opening target to more than 25 locations as Sobeys, FreshCo, IGA and other banners expand across Canada.
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Groupe Dynamite Shifts Growth to Higher-Productivity Stores as Garage Expands Globally

Groupe Dynamite is reshaping Garage around an older customer, higher-productivity stores and global expansion while optimizing its Canadian network.
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Empire Rejecting Tariff-Related Supplier Price Hikes as Trade Tensions Escalate

Empire says it is rejecting tariff-related supplier price increases for now, citing sourcing alternatives as Canada-U.S. trade tensions escalate.
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What Apple’s New iPhone Strategy Means for Canadian Retailers and Carriers

Apple’s iPhone Duo, higher Pro pricing and new launch calendar could reshape how Canadian retailers, carriers and consumers buy and sell Apple hardware.
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Apple Launches AirPods 5 with Advanced Active Noise Cancellation in Toronto

Apple has introduced its latest AirPods 5, featuring advanced open-ear Active Noise Cancellation and enhanced sound quality. Priced at $179, pre-orders begin today with in-store availability set for September 18.
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Apple Launches Apple Watch Series 12 Featuring Advanced Health Sensing System

Apple, an American technology company, has launched the Apple Watch Series 12, equipped with a new Health Sensing System and enhanced features aimed at health and fitness tracking. Pre-orders are available now, with in-store availability starting September 18.
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Apple Introduces Apple Watch Ultra 4 with Advanced Health Features

Apple, an American technology company, has unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 4, featuring a new Health Sensing System and extended battery life. The latest model offers advanced health and fitness tracking for users seeking comprehensive support during workouts and daily activities.
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Apple Introduces iPhone Duo with Breakthrough Foldable Design

Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo, featuring a groundbreaking foldable design that allows for enhanced multitasking and productivity. With two displays and a focus on durability, the new model aims to redefine the smartphone experience for users in Canada and beyond.
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Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in Canada

Apple has unveiled its new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, featuring significant advancements in camera technology, battery life, and the A20 Pro chip. Pre-orders start on September 12, with availability beginning September 18 across Canada.
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Canadian Consumers Keep Spending Despite Weak Economy and Trade War

Canadian consumers continue spending despite trade tensions and a weaker labour market, with Walmart, TJX and other retailers posting strong results.
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Gap Sales Surge as Old Navy Reshapes Canadian Store Network

Gap continues its strong sales momentum as Old Navy works to improve performance while reshaping its Canadian store network through closures and new locations.
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