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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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Canadians plan to spend less on holidays as budgets tighten: survey

A Retail Council of Canada survey finds inflation, value and Canadian-made products are shaping shopping plans, with Black Friday remaining a key sales period.
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Amazon to hire 9,000 seasonal workers across Canada for holiday season

The company is offering seasonal positions at 55 Canadian sites, with average hourly base pay of nearly $24 and select benefits from the first day.
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JLL expert talks about the current retail landscape in Canada

JLL’s Paul Ferreira explains how rising development costs, shrinking supply and population growth are reshaping retail real estate opportunities across Canada.
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TJL Collection Cuts Customer Acquisition Costs With Targeted Marketing for Tall Women

Founder Tiffany Jones explains how freelance marketing support, customer insights and creative testing helped the fashion brand lower acquisition costs and grow revenue.
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Vistar Media Research Shows How Seasonal Products Shape Canadian Consumer Behaviour

Vistar Media’s Scott Mitchell explains how nostalgia, recognizable branding and out-of-home advertising help retailers build anticipation and influence shopping decisions.
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Toronto Hair-Removal Clinic Owner Sees Shift Toward Sugaring, Laser and Long-Term Savings

Aroma Waxing & Laser Clinic founder Mary Miljan discusses evolving client expectations, men’s grooming, treatment choices and the challenges facing independent clinics.
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Twenty Two Media Launches foodism Creator Program With Six Toronto Influencers

The new initiative connects brands with food, wine, travel and lifestyle experts through creator-led video, editorial oversight and multi-channel campaigns.
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Bank of Canada surveys show consumers pulling back as trade uncertainty persists

Canadian households are scaling back spending plans while businesses navigate higher costs, tariff pressures and uncertainty over trade, according to the central bank’s latest surveys.
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Mississauga entrepreneur opens butter-focused retail shop and expands wholesale business

Butter Bar Boutique sells gourmet flavoured butters and Canadian-made culinary products, while new retail partnerships extend the brand's distribution across Ontario.
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Staples Canada launches new business brand targeting organizations of all sizes

The Richmond Hill-based retailer is introducing two business purchasing programs, combining procurement, technology, delivery and workplace services for Canadian organizations.
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OPA! of Greece increases protein portions by up to 25 per cent

The Calgary-founded restaurant chain says the larger souvlaki servings are available at all of its more than 120 Canadian locations.
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Merrithew launches first wood Pilates reformer for professional fitness market

The Toronto-based fitness equipment company developed the NX3 MAX with input from Pilates instructors, adding new adjustment features and a larger carriage.
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Canadian consumers facing higher prices: Statistics Canada

Despite the year-over-year slowdown in prices for groceries, prices have increased 33.0% since September 2020.
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Shoppers Drug Mart partners with Pinterest on first beauty trend report

The collaboration features a curated Pinterest board and sponsored digital placements highlighting fall beauty products and emerging makeup trends.
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Crate & Barrel Holdings expands into wallcoverings with new collections

The home furnishings retailer is partnering with York Wallcoverings to introduce more than 45 exclusive designs across three of its brands.
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STRONG Pilates launches global campaign promoting single fitness membership (Video)

The Australian-founded fitness franchise is targeting consumers seeking combined cardio, strength and Pilates training as it expands its global studio network.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A&W launches new mission and corporate strategy

System Sales in Q3 of $497.6 million increased by $18.0 million (3.8%)
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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.
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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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Canadians keep spending through higher oil prices but momentum eased in September: RBC

RBC data shows Canadian consumer spending continued to grow in September, led by services, while higher fuel costs pressured household purchasing power and discretionary goods spending remained subdued.
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Golf Town invests $15 million in Oakville flagship store

The 40,000-square-foot Oakville store becomes Golf Town’s 50th Canadian location, featuring expanded custom fitting, golf simulators and dedicated brand spaces.
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