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Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. releases Q1 results

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Same store sales  decreased 4.1%.

Good Earth Coffeehouse opens at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon

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Good Earth Coffeehouse has opened at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, offering coffee, baking and sandwiches 24/7.

RONA welcomes J.R. Roy to its network of affiliated dealers

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J.R. Roy operates two home improvement centres with strategic locations in Lac-Etchemin and Saint-Léon-de-Standon.

MINISO Hello Kitty Pop-Up Draws Crowds at STC

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MINISO’s Hello Kitty pop-up at Scarborough Town Centre draws major crowds, highlighting demand for IP-driven retail in Canada.

RCC Names 2026 Excellence in Retailing Awards Finalists

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Retail Council of Canada names 2026 Excellence in Retailing Awards finalists, highlighting top retailers and key industry trends.

Canadian GDP rises slightly in February: Statistics Canada

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Real gross domestic product (GDP) was up 0.2% in February, with goods-producing industries driving the growth for the second consecutive month.

Sales in food services and drinking place rise: Statistics Canada

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In February, the largest increase in sales came from full-service restaurants (+1.4%).

DoorDash Expands Grocery Reach Through Empire Partnership

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DoorDash adds 1,000+ Empire grocery stores across Canada, expanding its role in on-demand grocery and retail delivery.

Specsavers Launches Hilary MacMillan Eyewear Line

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Specsavers partners with Hilary MacMillan on a Canadian-designed eyewear collection, blending fashion and accessibility nationwide.

KFC Canada Brings Montreal Forum Seats to Restaurants

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KFC Canada installs original Montreal Forum seats in select locations to tap hockey nostalgia during the NHL playoffs.

Reitmans Partners with Toronto Tempo for WNBA Debut

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Reitmans partners with Toronto Tempo as presenting sponsor, aligning its 100th anniversary with Canada’s first WNBA team launch.

Tahini’s launches “first-of-its-kind” Shawarma Ramen

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Shawarma Ramen has already generated more than 15 million impressions online.

Egg Club opening first Edmonton location  

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The expansion into Edmonton marks a significant step in Egg Club’s growth across Western Canada.

Lululemon Pushes Into Mexico With Stores, E-Commerce

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Lululemon accelerates Mexico expansion with new e-commerce platform and store openings, positioning the market as a key growth driver.

Bento Launches Scallop Sushi Lineup Nationwide

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Bento introduces Canada’s first grab-and-go scallop sushi lineup across major grocery banners, signaling premium innovation in convenience food.

Cascadia Liquor Launches Loyalty Program Across Vancouver Island

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Cascadia Liquor introduces The Den Rewards loyalty program across 12 locations, offering points, perks, and personalized retail experiences.

Scarborough Walk of Fame 2026 Draws Crowds at STC

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Scarborough Walk of Fame 2026 inducts local icons at Scarborough Town Centre, drawing strong crowds and community engagement.

Canadian cardholder spending holding up despite higher gas prices: RBC

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Growth in spending edged lower on a three-month average, largely reflecting a pullback in January with activity over February and March broadly improving.  

Ofood Kimchi Ramyun surpasses 1 million units sold in Canada

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Daesang's Ofood Kimchi Ramyun has topped 1 million cumulative sales in Canada since launching last October.

ROYALMOUNT Targets Montreal F1 Race Week with Concours Event

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From May 14 to 24, 2026, Concours ROYALMOUNT will present a unique automotive exhibition during Montreal's Formula 1 week. The event will feature rare supercars, interactive experiences, and family-friendly activities, all aimed at enhancing the vibrant atmosphere of race week.

UNIQLO Announces First Winnipeg Store Opening Date

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UNIQLO will open its first Winnipeg store May 15, 2026, with a second location planned as part of its Canadian expansion.

Sandra Sanderson Receives RCC Lifetime Achievement Award

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Sandra Sanderson of Empire and Sobeys to receive RCC Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing decades of leadership in Canadian retail.

Première Vision Montreal Returns for Second Edition

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Première Vision Montreal returns April 21–22, reinforcing the city’s role in the global fashion and textile supply chain.

7-Eleven to Close 645 Stores as It Shifts to Food-Led Model

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7-Eleven plans 645 store closures across North America as it pivots toward fresh food and larger-format locations.

MINISO Hello Kitty Pop-Up to Debut at Scarborough Town Centre

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MINISO is launching Canada’s first Hello Kitty pop-up at Scarborough Town Centre, highlighting its IP-driven retail strategy.

Rogers Launches POS and Credit Card Program for SMBs

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Rogers introduces Rogers Red Partner, a first-in-Canada POS and credit card program aimed at reducing fees and boosting customer loyalty for SMBs.

Canadian Retailers Bet Early on Outdoor Living in 2026

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Canadian retailers are prioritizing outdoor living early in 2026, signalling confidence in discretionary spending despite economic uncertainty.

BYOMA expands retail footprint in Canada with launch in Sephora stores

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BYOMA's global community exceeds two million members, supported by more than 109 clinical trials and 130,000 skin measurements conducted across clinical studies and AI-driven skin analysis.

SAQ reports net income of $525.2 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2025-2026

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Overall dollar sales rose 1.6% to $1.433 billion. At 70.7 million litres, volume sales were down 1.4%.

DoorDash supporting Canadian Dashers amid rising fuel costs

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This program is funded entirely by DoorDash and will not result in any additional fees for consumers or merchant partners at the moment.

Empire Pulls ‘Buy Canadian’ Grocery Signage

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Empire removes “Buy Canadian” signage as grocers respond to inflation, regulation, and shifting consumer behaviour in Canada.

After more than a decade of fan demand, Taco Bell finally brings Diablo sauce to Canada

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Since Diablo first launched in the U.S in 2015, Canadian fans have repeatedly asked Taco Bell to bring the sauce north – on the brand’s own social channels and across online communities.

Duty-Free Sector Urges Federal Action Amid Slump

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Canadian duty-free retailers warn of closures as cross-border travel declines, urging Ottawa for regulatory reform and support.

Payroll employment declines in retail trade: Statistics Canada

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Payroll employment in retail trade decreased by 6,600 (-0.3%) in January, partially offsetting the gain in December (+4,700; +0.2%).

Foodservices and drinking places sales increase: Statistics Canada

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In January, the largest increase in sales came from special food services (+8.5%), followed by limited-service eating places (+1.1%).

Leyad Expands Leadership as Retail Portfolio Grows

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Leyad adds senior leaders while expanding its retail portfolio with major mall acquisitions across Canada.

Canadian Tire and WestJet Launch Loyalty Partnership

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Canadian Tire and WestJet link loyalty programs, allowing Canadians to earn rewards on both retail purchases and travel.

Icebug Expands Trail Line with Myr RB9X Launch

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Icebug introduces its Spring/Summer 2026 trail footwear collection, led by the new Myr RB9X and expanded Canadian strategy.

Tim Hortons launching its second collab with Ryan Reynolds (Video)

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Ryan's Signature Donut features a new soft and fluffy donut recipe, coated in a rich buttery glaze and hand-finished with a drizzle of icing that's made with maple syrup.

Red Apple celebrating grand opening of 3 store ‘enhancements’

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The brand has 140 small-town general merchandise retail stores in Canada.

Coca-Cola Launches FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign in Canada

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Coca-Cola launches FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Canada with collectibles, fan zones, and nationwide retail activations.

Mars Canada Invests $180M in Ontario Manufacturing

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Mars Canada completes $180M investment across Ontario to boost manufacturing, sustainability, and production capacity.

Canadian cardholder spending warms up despite discretionary goods pullback: RBC

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February’s contraction came entirely from discretionary goods—clothing and related retail segments were among the weakest performers.

Job vacancies held steady in Q4 2025: Statistics Canada

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The job vacancy rate—which corresponds to the number of vacant positions as a proportion of total labour demand—held steady at 2.8% for the third straight quarter.

Apple Launches AirPods Max 2 with Enhanced Features in Toronto

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Apple has unveiled the AirPods Max 2, showcasing significant improvements including advanced Active Noise Cancellation and innovative features like Live Translation. The headphones will be available for order starting March 25 in Canada.

New motor vehicle sales on the decline in January but annual sales in 2025 up: Statistics Canada

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In 2025, 1,958,582 new motor vehicles were sold in Canada, representing an increase of 2.1% compared with 2024.

BAM BAM arrives April 1 in downtown Vancouver

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The menu at BAM BAM is built around the food we all know and love.

T& T Supermarket opening Erin Mills store April 9

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The new store is about 40,000 square feet.

OAKBERRY opening 2 new locations in Victoria

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With over 900 stores, the chain works within the franchise model and is present in more than 42 countries

Good Earth Coffeehouse reopens in Calgary’s Glenmore Landing following renovation

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Good Earth Coffeehouse is a network of coffeehouses with over 50 locations across Canada.
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