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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 Senior News Editor 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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Technology to Fuel Retailer Growth in Canada in 2024 [Video Interview]

Mario Toneguzzi speaks with Kelley Keehn about how the AI revolution is reshaping industries and some of the latest innovations influencing retail.
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Cadillac Fairview Adding Playdium to CF Fairview Mall in Toronto to Diversify Entertainment Experience [Interviews]

Execs from Cineplex and the landlord discuss the strategy for opening the entertainment facility, and how non-retail uses are helping drive foot traffic to malls.
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Cadillac Fairview Launches Experiential Activation ‘Mirror Mirror’ in CF Chinook Centre’s Former Nordstrom Space [Interviews/Photos]

Cadillac Fairview is looking to drive new foot traffic to the Calgary mall, as it looks to create new experiences at its top properties across the country.
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Taking a Look at Recent Turmoil at Indigo as the Retailer Eyes Privatization [Interview with Video]

George Minakakis discusses recent challenges at Indigo, as well as the potential benefits and probability of it being acquired by investor Gerald Schwartz.
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Anatomy of a Leader: Pino Di Ioia, CEO of BeaverTails

His journey began with a summer job at BeaverTails in 1987, and he's now running the rapidly growing foodservice business that has nearly 200 locations to date.
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US-Based Poke Brand ‘Pokeworks’ Continues Canadian Expansion with New Locations Following Market Entry Last Year [Interview]

The top poke brand in North America entered Canada last year, and it has plans for more stores as it grows brand awareness here.
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ICSC Report Reveals Brick-and-Mortar Stores Boost Online Sales with ‘The Halo Effect III’ [Interview]

The study – the third instalment in ICSC’s industry-leading research on the halo effect of brick-and-mortar retail on online sales – proves again the power of physical retail.
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Self-Service Grocery Retailer Aisle 24 Continues Canadian Expansion as it Launches Larger Store Concept [Interview]

The fully-automated, 24/7 cashier-less Canadian grocery chain is seeing opportunities in markets across Canada, while also launching a much larger store concept for under-served communities.
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Retailers to Benefit as Tourism in Canada Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Numbers [Interview]

Destination Canada says that while numbers are up, opportunities are being missed to further grow the sector that also impacts retail.
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Mic Mac Mall Adding Retail Tenants as Landlord Plans Massive On-Site Mixed-Use Redevelopment [Interviews]

The landlord is looking to the future with plans to add new retail concepts as well as a mix of residential towers, office, and entertainment.
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One Yonge Mega-Development in Downtown Toronto to Include Substantial Retail Component [Interview]

The multi-phase project at the foot of Yonge Street will include some of the tallest buildings in North America and a substantial retail offering to support the growing area.
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Anatomy of a Leader: Drew Green of Indochino [Feature]

The journey to become one of Canada's most successful business executives and entrepreneurs wasn't easy, as Green discusses his career in retail.
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Upscale Tattoo Studio ‘Steel N Ink’ to Open at Montreal’s Royalmount After Successful Launching at The Well in Toronto [Interview/Renderings]

The company now has 15 locations and plans to expand further into new markets in Canada.
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BC-Based Vera’s Burger Shack Expanding into Alberta Market with 1st Locations [Interview]

The company says that is sees opportunities for further growth with its premium burger and other offerings.
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Southcentre Mall Marks 50th Anniversary with Community Initiatives in Calgary [Interview]

The enclosed shopping centre in south Calgary has seen several new retailers open and expand recently, as the centre strategizes a future that could include densified redevelopment.
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American Seafood Restaurant Chain ‘Captain D’s’ Casts its Net in Canada with Plans for Major Market Entry [Interview] 

The leading fast-casual seafood restaurant chain in the US has mapped out a significant entry and growth strategy for the Canadian market over multiple years.
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Leger Unveils 2024 ‘WOW’ Study of Top Retailers in Customer Experience Across Ontario, Quebec, and Western Canada [Interview]

The study evaluates various performance indicators specific to retail businesses, and has expanded into new provinces. The winners could be surprising to some.
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Georgia Main Food Group Launches New Asian Grocery Concept ‘Meiga Supermarket’ [Interview]

The Port Moody location is the first for the new experiential chain which will compete with T&T Supermarkets and others.
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RioCan Marks 30 Years on TSX, Reflects on Evolution from 20 to 200 Properties and Shift Towards Transit-Oriented Mixed-Use Developments [Interview]

SVP Oliver Harrison highlights RioCan's strategic shift towards transit-oriented mixed-use developments, with a focus on major Canadian markets and a strong pipeline for both development and acquisitions.
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US-Based Jersey Mike’s Subs to Expand Canadian Footprint with Hundreds of New Locations [Interview]

Jersey Mike’s partnered with Redberry Restaurants to launch a significant expansion that will see Jersey compete with a range of players already established in Canada.
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Aurora Landing Project in Fort McMurray AB Seeks Investors and Retailers as Development Planning Progresses [Interviews]

The 650-acre commercial development is one of the largest mixed-use masterplans in Alberta 
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Ottawa International Airport Revitalizes with New Retail and Dining Experiences Post-Pandemic [Interview]

Changes include a new food program with 14 locations and a streamlined retail program, positioning the airport for growth as it aims to recover from reduced passenger traffic during COVID-19.
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IBM Study Reveals Massive Gap Between Consumer Expectations and Retail Experiences [Interview]

A remarkably low number of respondents are satisfied with in-store experiences and online shopping, with AI potentially picking up the slack as retail shifts.
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Thousands of Small Businesses in Canada on the Brink with CEBA Repayment Deadline Due this Week [Video Interview]

Thousands of Canadian businesses could be on the brink of closure with the upcoming January 18 deadline to repay their Canada Emergency Business Account loans -- that's according to Dan Kelly of CFIB who speaks with Mario Toneguzzi.
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Shopify Study Reveals Enterprise Shift Towards More Agile E-Commerce Platforms [Interview]

Ottawa-based ecomm platform Shopify partnered to collect data from retailers, finding that enterprises are looking for better platforms while also highlighting major concerns.
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