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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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Moneris reporting 4% increase in reported fraud cases in 2025

Fraudulent activity has also become more sophisticated, particularly with the growth of AI and other tools that can make it difficult for businesses to identify and report suspect behaviour.
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Aegis Brands reports Q4 and year end results

During 2025, it opened three new locations and closed three underperforming restaurants, maintaining 81 franchised locations at year end.
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Second Cup Café opening first location in Vaughan

The new café offers a drive-thru for added convenience, updated exterior signage, and expanded seating for guests who want to gather, work, or relax.
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2020 Companies and Influence Retail Services announce marketing partnership

The partnership expands 2020 Companies’ Canadian presence while providing Influence Retail Services with enhanced access to the U.S. market.
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Brooklyn Dumpling Shop announces investment & strategic multi-year partnership with Keith Lee 

Lee has over 20 million followers across social media platforms.
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Eskasoni First Nation and Canada announce new addition to reserve and retail expansion with new Dollarama

The Mi'kmaw community of 4,500+ members is located on the shores of the Bras d'Or Lake in Eastern Cape Breton Island.
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Block House opening as Gastown’s only hotel

Block House features just 19 uniquely designed suites, each inspired by mid-century aesthetics and flexible living.
Retailer News

Nearly 1 in 3 Canadians snack at night, far above global average: IKEA

In Canada, the main frustrations when it comes to cooking at home are lack of surface space (31%) and lack of storage (29%).
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Enoteca Monza opens at CF Market Mall in Calgary (Video, Photos)

Founded in 2010, Enoteca Monza has grown to 10 locations across Canada and was acquired by Foodtastic in 2018.
People

VIDEO: Iran conflict’s impact on retailers and consumers

Retailers are focusing on controlling costs and expanding private-label offerings while increasing promotions to help shoppers manage tighter budgets.
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Tim Hortons partners with Canadian Paralympic Team

The partnership furthers Tim Hortons long-standing commitment to supporting sport and Canadian athletes, including investments in getting kids active like the Timbits Hockey and Soccer programs.
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Yamazaki Home launches in Canada

Yamazaki Home is popular in urban areas in the United States, since many of their items are designed to fit small apartments and maximize tight spaces.
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Automotive Properties REIT reports 2025 Q4 and year-end results

The REIT's portfolio currently consists of 92 income-producing commercial properties, representing approximately 3.4 million square feet of gross leasable area
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COBS Bread ‘Doughnation Day’ returns for 6th year with goal of raising $500,000 for local charities

To date, COBS Bread has raised over $1.5 million for its charity partners, with last year's efforts alone surpassing $400,000.
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Walmart Canada kicks off sponsorship with Canada Soccer to bring Canadians closer to the game 

One of the country's most accomplished and recognizable players, Canada Soccer Men's National Team forward Jonathan David will support the collaboration as an official Walmart Canada ambassador.
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Victoria’s Secret & Co. reports 2025 Q4 and full year results with annual sales of more than $6.5 billion

The company reported net sales of $6.553 billion for fiscal year 2025, an increase of 5% compared to net sales of $6.230 billion for fiscal year 2024.
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Governments suffer big decline in alcohol earnings: Statistics Canada

Overall, liquor authorities and other retail outlets sold $25.8 billion worth of alcoholic beverages in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, down 1.6% from fiscal year 2023/2024.
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Happy Belly Food Group’s iQ Food Co. secures 1st Western Canada location in Calgary

iQ is a flagship brand in Canada's premium healthy eating market and is strategically located in urban and central business districts.
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A&W reports Q4 and 2025 financial results, with annual sales increasing to $1.92 billion

System Sales in 2025 increased by $51.8 million (2.8%) to $1.92 billion
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Joe Fresh becomes 1st pure apparel retailer on DoorDash in Canada

Over 220 Joe Fresh stores are now shoppable on DoorDash across all provinces and one territory.
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Kits Eyecare reports Q4 and 2025 financial results with record annual revenue

Gross profit increased by 34.4% to $72.1 million or 35.6% of revenue, , compared to $53.7million, or 33.7% of revenue; an expansion of 190 basis points.
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Eau Claire Distillery Unveils Flagship Single Malt as Inventory Growth Fuels Expansion

The Pedro Ximénez-finished single malt, made with 100 per cent Alberta malted barley, marks a milestone for the distillery, which says it now has sufficient aged inventory to support larger, sustained releases after more than a decade in operation.
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Tariff uncertainty and affordability pressures causing Canadians to put brakes on car ownership: Turo

Three in four Canadians (75%) are concerned tariffs will push vehicle prices higher in 2026.
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One year into the trade war, half of Canadian small businesses no longer feel the U.S. is a reliable trading partner: CFIB

Three-quarters (75%) of small businesses say the tariff fight has strained their relationships with U.S. partners or clients, up sharply from 49% in March 2025.
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Mastercard Small Business Fund opens for 2026 applicants

According to Statistics Canada, women-owned businesses represent almost one-fifth of private sector businesses in Canada.
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