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Mario Toneguzzi

Mario Toneguzzi, based in Calgary, has more than 40 years experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He worked for 35 years at the Calgary Herald covering sports, crime, politics, health, faith, city and breaking news, and business. He is the Co-Editor-in-Chief with Retail Insider in addition to working as a freelance writer and consultant in communications and media relations/training. Mario was named as a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert in 2024.
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Restaurants brace for more obstacles in 2026: Restaurants Canada

Restaurants Canada expects real commercial foodservice sales to have grown by 2.4% in 2025 and to decline by 1.1% in 2026.
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Valentine’s Day becoming a bigger event for businesses: Moneris

When looking at year-over-year comparison, Canadian spend on Valentine’s Day increased by 20% from 2024 to 2025.
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IKEA Canada to offer $1 breakfast in support of Breakfast Club of Canada

The one-day promotion, available to IKEA Family members from store opening until 11 a.m. on Feb. 14.
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Instacart partners with Lush to offer same-day delivery from 250 stores in U.S., Canada

The agreement gives Instacart customers access to more than 600 Lush products at same-as-in-store pricing, expanding the delivery platform’s beauty offerings ahead of the Valentine’s Day shopping period.
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SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for 2025

Strong leasing momentum in all retail categories, resulting in an industry-leading 98.6% in-place and committed occupancy rate at year-end.
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Storytelling Doesn’t Fail. It Just Rarely Makes It to the Consumer (Opinion)

"Narratives only survive if they are tested, interpreted, and lived by consumers."
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Primaris REIT announces “strong” Q4 and full year 2025 results

Primaris significantly augmented its portfolio in 2025 recycling capital with $1.6 billion of leading enclosed shopping centre acquisitions, and $400 million of non‑core dispositions.
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Cineplex sets annual records for box office and concession per patron

Cineplex has 170 movie theatres and location-based entertainment venues.
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Small Businesses double down for 2026: Majority plan to increase marketing budgets to combat inflation: Constant Contact

Small business owners are meeting economic uncertainty with aggression rather than retraction.
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VIDEO: Calgary’s Chinook, Market Mall post double-digit holiday sales gains: Cadillac Fairview executive

Continued leasing demand could push occupancy even higher by the end of next year.
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Taco Bell launches new Luxe Value Menu as it continues growth in Canada

"The Luxe Value Menu is an opportunity to rethink value in a way that feels relevant to both our die-hard and new fans in present time."
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Ottawa independent beauty retailer ORESTA Mindful Beauty marks 24 years in business

ORESTA was founded in 2001 as one of the first retailers in Canada to champion natural, ingredient-conscious skincare, introducing and supporting many of the brands that have since become leaders in the beauty space. 
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Shopify’s Standout 2025: The Launchpad for a New Era of Commerce in 2026, it says

Shopify said it achieved Q4 revenue growth of 31% and a 19% free cash flow margin, marking 10 consecutive quarters of double-digit free cash flow margins. 
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First Capital REIT delivers “solid” financial results with total portfolio occupancy up to 97.1%

First Capital invested approximately $190 million into its properties during 2025, primarily through development, redevelopment, residential inventory and strategic acquisitions.
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Slate Grocery REIT sees 1.7 million square feet of total leasing in 2025

Renewals  were completed at 14.9% above expiring rents, and new deals were completed at 34.9% above comparable average in-place rent.
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GARAGE launches U.K. e-commerce as part of international expansion

The launch gives the company a direct-to-consumer foothold in the market ahead of planned physical store openings later this year.
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Consumer insolvencies reach second-highest annual level on record in 2025 as business filings fall

Consumer insolvencies rose 2.3 per cent last year from 2024 to 140,457 filings.
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Dr. Phone Fix reports preliminary 2025 revenue of $12.1 million, EBITDA improvement

The company focuses on device repair, resale and what it characterized as responsible device lifecycle management as it continues to expand its national footprint.
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CrossIron Mills to host Calgary Flames team autograph event as part of C of Red celebration

The event is positioned as a joint initiative between the mall and the Flames, reflecting an ongoing partnership between the two organizations.
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Rexall appoints Ron Wilson as president and CEO, names Jeff Boutilier chief operating officer

Rexall said Wilson brings experience leading large-scale retail organizations through periods of change and operational growth.
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Pizza Pizza tops Elite Franchise annual franchise list

The annual ranking recognizes brands that are not only performing at a high level today but are actively shaping the future of the sector through innovation, resilience, franchisee support, and long-term growth.
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Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone unveil new youth-designed pink shirt for Anti-Bullying Day

Through its Anti-Bullying campaign, Giant Tiger has raised more than $350,000 to date to help fund KHP e-mental health services, creating real impact in communities across Canada.
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Recipe Unlimited announces 3rd new Olive Garden location in Canada

The restaurant will open in Ajax, Ontario, bringing the brand's Italian-inspired dining experience to a new community in Eastern Canada.
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Tim Hortons raises $1.3 million through Special Olympics Donuts, with 100% of proceeds donated to Special Olympics Canada

The funds raised from Special Olympics Donuts support year-round, inclusive sport programs for more than 40,000 athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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IKEA Canada partners with Africville Museum to host immersive exhibit in Halifax 

Nova Scotia is recognized as the birthplace of African presence in Canada.
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