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Mississauga Walmart workers join Unifor

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Workers at Walmart's Mississauga warehouse vote to join Unifor, marking the company's first unionized warehouse in Canada.

McDonald’s Tests Cash-Capable Digital Kiosks

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McDonald's introduces new digital ordering stations that accept cash, reducing reliance on human cashiers and reshaping fast-food service.

Dr. Oetker Celebrates Decade of Pizza Production in London

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Dr. Oetker marks 10 years of pizza production in London, Ontario, highlighting its impact on Canada's agri-food industry and local economy.

Metro Supply Chain Unifies Brand, Strengthens Position

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Metro Supply Chain Inc. integrates SCI, enhancing its global logistics capabilities and expanding its service offerings.

VIDEO: Value Village Boutique opens in downtown Calgary

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Value Village opens its first boutique concept in downtown Calgary, offering curated second-hand fashion and decor for style-conscious urban shoppers.

Three new restaurants to open in Montreal’s Maestria Condominiums project (Photos)

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Le Cochon Dingue will open its doors in the spring of 2025

Unified Commerce Reshapes Retail Landscape

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Retailers adopt unified commerce strategies to enhance customer experiences and boost sales across multiple channels.

Dolce Vita opens 1st Canadian flagship store at Royalmount (Photos)

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Dolce Vita's first flagship outside of the United States joins a 'test store' that opened at Metropolis at Metrotown last year.

Cadillac Fairview hosts Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations

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Cadillac Fairview celebrates Chinese culture with Mid-Autumn Festival events at CF Markville and CF Richmond Centre, targeting locals.

UNIQLO opens latest store at Montreal’s Royalmount (Photos)

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UNIQLO has opened its fifth Quebec store at Montreal's new Royalmount shopping centre, continuing its expansion in Canada with plans for additional store openings

Loblaw launching second ‘Get to Give Days’ campaign 

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Loblaw Companies Limited is launching its second Get to Give Days campaign from September 12-15. During this time, the company said it will donate a portion of...

Marie Kondo partners with Transformer Table to showcase space-saving furniture

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Transformer Table partners with organizing guru Marie Kondo in strategic move to boost smart furniture market share. Collaboration set to run through 2024.

Birks opens new store concept at Royalmount (Photos)

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Luxury jeweler Birks has unveiled a new store concept at Montreal's Royalmount shopping centre, inspired by Canadian landscapes and heritage, to celebrate its 145th anniversary

No Frills to open small-format store in Toronto’s Entertainment District

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Toronto's entertainment district welcomes a small-format No Frills store, creating 50 jobs and offering low-cost groceries to residents and visitors alike.

7-Eleven Canada ordered to pay $907,000 in damages for customer accident

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7-Eleven Canada faces nearly $1 million payout after customer's fall in store parking lot leads to years of health issues.

Lee’s Donuts Lands at Vancouver Airport

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Local favorite Lee's Donuts opens new location at Vancouver International Airport, expanding its sweet offerings to travelers.

Jeff Kinnaird exits Home Depot to take helm at Peak Group

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Jeff Kinnaird, former Home Depot executive, appointed President and CEO of Peak Group, signaling new era for Canadian retail supplier.

Protein Candy Super Candy Launches in Canada

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Protein Candy launches revolutionary "super candy" in Canada, offering high protein, low sugar, and great taste for health-conscious consumers.

Apple Launches AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2

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Apple introduces groundbreaking hearing health features in new AirPods, offering prevention, awareness, and assistance.

Thinner, Smarter, More Powerful Apple Watch Series 10

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Apple's latest smartwatch pushes boundaries with advanced health features and sleek design, catering to tech-savvy Canadians.

iPhone 16 is Apple’s New Era of Intelligent Smartphones

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Apple's iPhone 16 ushers in a new era of AI-powered devices, promising enhanced user experiences and capabilities.

Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Pro: A Leap in Smartphone Innovation

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Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max debut with larger displays, advanced AI features, and improved cameras, setting new standards in smartphone technology.

Eataly Brings Italian Street Food to Toronto Locations

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Eataly launches "Icons of Eataly: Street Food" series, featuring new menu items and local food maker collaborations in Eataly's Toronto locations.

Bo’s Coffee Eyes Canadian Market in Global Expansion

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Philippine coffee chain Bo's Coffee plans global expansion, with Canada as a key target for future growth.

Specsavers partners with astronaut Chris Hadfield in Canadian marketing campaign 

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Specsavers partners with Chris Hadfield to address eye health negligence in Canada, revealed by recent Leger study.

Beyond Wokeness: Molson Coors and John Deere’s EDI Reboot In Food [Op-Ed]

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Molson Coors and John Deere have discontinued their equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) programs in favour of a "more comprehensive approach," signalling a potential shift in how corporations balance inclusivity with financial sustainability and effectiveness.

Crestpoint acquires 50% interest in three building Loblaw portfolio

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Crestpoint's total assets under management is $10.4 billion and 38.3 million square feet

Retail sales drop in June: Statistics Canada

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the largest decline in dollar terms came from lower sales of motor vehicles (-8.4%)

7-Eleven Owner Rejects Couche-Tard’s Takeover Bid

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Seven & i Holdings, 7-Eleven's parent company, declines Alimentation Couche-Tard's takeover bid, citing undervaluation and regulatory concerns.

North West Company Boosts Dividend Amid Strong Q2 Performance

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North West Company reports 4.6% sales increase and 2.6% dividend hike in Q2 2024, driven by Canadian operations growth.

Long & McQuade Founder Jack Long Dies at 95

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Jack Long, founder of Canada's largest music retail chain Long & McQuade, has passed away at 95, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.

Rennaï debuts 1st location at Montreal’s Royalmount

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New beauty retailer Rennaï opens first store in Montreal's Royalmount, offering holistic self-care experience with over 175 brands.

Costco Breaks Ground on 4th Winnipeg Location

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Costco begins construction on a new 166,894-square-foot store in Winnipeg, expanding its Canadian presence amidst global growth.

Golfworld to Launch Golf Complexes Across Quebec

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Golfworld Montreal Golf Complex brings innovative golf entertainment to Quebec, featuring luxury mini-golf, simulators, and training facilities.

George Weston Secures $250M in Private Placement

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George Weston Limited raises $250 million through senior unsecured notes, strengthening its financial position in Canadian retail.

Canadian Tire Corporation ranked top retailer in Canada, top 10 globally: Newsweek 2024 list of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies

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The World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2024 were selected based on an independent survey of over 70,000 participants across 23 industries in 20 countries

Ontario Convenience Stores Now Selling Alcohol

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Ontario's convenience stores begin selling alcohol, marking a shift in the province's retail landscape.

Sunglass Hut unveils latest store design (Photos)

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Sunglass Hut opened a new concept store at Royalmount in Montreal on Thursday, showcasing the newest global retail design with interactive elements.

Baskin-Robbins kicks off month-long fundraiser in support of BGC Canada

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For 125 years, BGC Canada (formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada) has been creating opportunities for millions of Canadian kids and teens.

Le Fou Fou food hall opens at Royalmount

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Le Fou Fou, a new European-style food hall opening in Montreal's Royalmount development, features 12 diverse culinary concepts, three themed bars, and innovative technology.

Holt Renfrew Magazine launches Fall 2024 issue

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Holt Renfrew's Fall 2024 magazine issue, "Collective Currents," showcases the retailer's commitment to culture and creativity through diverse stories.

Lightspeed Powers New Le Fou Fou Food Hall  

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Lightspeed partners with Le Fou Fou food hall in Montreal, introducing innovative technology to enhance dining experiences.

Couche-Tard Q1 Earnings Slip as Consumer Spending Tightens

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Alimentation Couche-Tard reports lower Q1 earnings as consumers tighten spending, while pursuing expansion opportunities.

Ontario Convenience Stores Begin Alcohol Sales Thursday 

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Ontario convenience stores begin selling alcoholic drinks, raising concerns about proximity to schools and impact on youth.

Chick-fil-A Shared Table food donation program surpasses 30 million meals

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106,000 pounds of food waste in Canada diverted from landfills by Chick-fil-A, Inc. and Chick-fil-A restaurants since 2020 

Walmart Canada Faces Union Push at Mississauga Warehouse

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Unifor files to unionize Walmart warehouse workers in Mississauga, reflecting growing labor movement in Canadian retail sector.

Nordstrom family aims to take retailer private following Canadian exit last year

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Nordstrom family, backed by Mexican retail group, offers $3.76 billion to privatize the century-old department store chain.

Parkland Corp. to sell Florida assets in divestiture plan

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Canadian fuel retailer Parkland Corp. announces plans to sell its Florida-based retail and commercial businesses as part of asset divestiture strategy.

Costco raises membership fees in Canada and US, implements stricter access controls

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Costco increases membership fees in Canada and U.S., implements stricter access controls to curb membership sharing.

KITS Eyecare Boosts Q3 Revenue Outlook

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KITS Eyecare raises Q3 2024 revenue guidance, expects over 32% year-over-year growth following record-breaking sales week.
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