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Payroll employment decreases: Statistics Canada

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In December, there were 514,600 vacant positions in Canada, up from 490,900 (+23,700; +4.8%) in November.

Gildan reports record Q4 revenue 

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Net sales from continuing operations in the fourth quarter were $1.078 billion, up 31.3% from a year ago.

Jimmy John’s Opens First Saskatoon Location

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Jimmy John’s opens its first Saskatoon location, advancing the brand’s national Canadian expansion strategy.

Patchwork approach threatens Canada’s internal trade progress: CFIB

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Provinces and the federal government have delivered several additional milestones, including additional mutual recognition legislation, eliminating internal trade exceptions and most recently signing the landmark pan-Canadian Mutual Recognition Agreement (CRMA).

Montreal Eaton Centre Opens Les Terrasses Food Court

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Montreal Eaton Centre unveils Les Terrasses, a new 12-vendor food court in downtown Montréal.

Ducks Unlimited Canada and Loblaw Companies Limited partner for a sustainable future for Canadian agriculture 

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Loblaw will help enable DUC agronomists to work directly with grain growers and livestock producers to rehabilitate marginal cropland, establish valuable perennial cover.

Uber Eats expands Canadian grocery selection with launch of T&T Supermarket

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T&T Supermarket is the largest Asian supermarket chain in Canada

Retail trade sees decline in number of active businesses: Statistics Canada

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Professional, scientific and technical services (-212) experienced the largest decline, followed by retail trade (-207)

Quebec Retail Hours Pilot Expands Weekend Shopping

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Quebec launches a retail hours pilot ending 5 PM weekend closings to help stores compete with e-commerce giants.

Canadians travelling less to the U.S.: Statistics Canada report

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In December 2025, US-resident trips to Canada (1.6 million) decreased 7.5% from the same month in 2024

Global demand for Alberta surges visitor economy

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Alberta visitor spending hit a record $15.2 billion in 2025.

EMERGE signs definitive agreement to acquire Viral Loops

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Founded in 2016, Viral Loops is a highly profitable, B2B referral marketing platform that enables businesses to design and manage subscription-based referral programs that drive word-of-mouth, increase retention, and reduce customer acquisition costs.

Reese’s Quality Debate Highlights Shrinkflation Risk

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Brad Reese questions product quality as Hershey’s denies changes, sparking debate over shrinkflation and brand trust in inflationary times.

How U.S. Tariff Turmoil Could Hit Canadian Grocery Bills

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U.S. tariff uncertainty could raise costs across Canada’s $100B agri-food corridor, putting pressure on the Canadian grocery bill.

Apple Launches Next-Generation AirTag with Enhanced Features

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Apple has introduced its latest AirTag, featuring improved tracking capabilities and a stronger integration with its Find My network. This second-generation device, available now, enhances users' ability to locate lost items while prioritizing security and sustainability.

Apple’s 2025 lineup: iPhone 17, iPhone Air, Pro models, Watch, AirPods

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Apple unveils iPhone 17 lineup, iPhone Air, Apple Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3 with major upgrades in design, power, and health.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 redefine sound with ANC, heart tracking

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Apple today announced AirPods Pro 3, the latest generation of its best-selling wireless earbuds, with sweeping updates across design, audio performance, fitness features, and...

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro line raises bar on power, cameras

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Apple debuts iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with A19 Pro, 8x optical zoom, and longer battery life, arriving in Canada September 19.

Apple’s New iPhone Air pushes thin design, big power

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Apple unveils iPhone Air, a thin titanium smartphone with pro chips, new cameras, and all-day battery life, arriving in Canada September 19.

Apple Watch Series 11 Adds Sleep Score, Longer Battery Life

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Apple launches Watch Series 11 with sleep score, 24-hour battery life, and a tougher scratch-resistant display, available in Canada September 19.

Apple Unveils iPhone 17 With Bigger Display and A19 Chip

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Apple introduces iPhone 17 with a brighter ProMotion display, A19 chip, and advanced cameras, available in Canada starting September 19.

Apple Expands Self Service Repair and Genuine Parts Distributor Programs to Canada

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Apple is bringing its Self Service Repair and Genuine Parts Distributor programs to Canada, expanding access to genuine Apple parts, manuals, and tools for consumers and independent repair providers. The move strengthens Apple’s Canadian retail and service ecosystem while advancing sustainability goals.

Apple Reports Record $94 Billion in Q3 2025 Revenue, Driven by iPhone, Mac, and Services Growth

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Apple posted record June-quarter revenue of $94.0 billion for its fiscal 2025 third quarter, marking 10% year-over-year growth. Double-digit gains in iPhone, Mac, and Services fueled results, while diluted earnings per share rose 12% to $1.57.

Apple Announces COO Succession as Jeff Williams Prepares for Retirement

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Apple promotes Sabih Khan to COO as Jeff Williams prepares for year-end retirement after 27 years. Let me know if you’d like an alternate with a different tone or focus.

Apple Launches iPadOS 26 with AI Features, New Windowing System, and Revamped Design

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Apple has introduced iPadOS 26, calling it the most significant iPad software release to date. The update brings a wide-ranging overhaul to how users...

Apple Unveils Major Developer Tool Updates With On-Device AI, New Xcode, and Elegant Design

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Apple has announced a sweeping set of developer tool enhancements, including a new Foundation Models framework, AI-assisted Xcode, Liquid Glass design system, and powerful new game and accessibility features — all available in early beta today.

Gloucester on Yonge in Toronto Adds Retail Tenants

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Downtown Toronto’s Gloucester on Yonge adds retail, medical offices, and heritage townhomes steps from Wellesley subway and Yorkville.

Apple Q2 2025 Earnings: $95.4B Revenue, Record EPS, and Services Hit All-Time High

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Apple posted $95.4B in Q2 revenue and a record $1.65 EPS on Services strength.

Nova Music Festival Memorial Opens in Toronto

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A powerful tribute to victims of the 2023 Nova Festival massacre opens in Toronto’s Castlefield Design District, offering space for reflection and healing.

Stéphane Tétrault joins Mastermind Toys as an Investor and Partner

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Mastermind Toys said it has been expanding its offerings beyond traditional toys.

Cadbury launches “Let’s Stick it to Hunger Together” campaign

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To rally Canadians around this cause, Cadbury is teaming up with some of hockey's most generous players, NHL's Nazem Kadri and PWHL's Marie-Philip Poulin.

Foxy Box continues to expand with new Cambridge location

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With 21 locations and counting across Canada, the brand continues to grow, setting new standards in the beauty industry, said Foxy Box.

David Yurman teams up with basketball stars Carmelo Anthony and Jaylen Brown

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David Yurman collections are available on DavidYurman.com as well as 51 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.

Tariffs continue to threaten inflation and food pricing: Loblaw

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While the impact of Canada’s counter tariffs was minimal on food prices in March, as retailers sell through existing inventories higher prices will begin appearing on shelf, said Loblaw.

New Circana research uncovers emerging meal pattern trends

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Circana is a leader in providing technology, AI, and data to fast-moving consumer packaged goods companies, durables manufacturers, and retailers seeking to optimize their businesses.

Lush Cosmetics announces partnership with KultureCity during Autism Acceptance Month

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The topic hits close to home for many of Lush’s team members, with 55% of staff who completed Lush’s fourth Global Demographic Survey in May 2024 sharing they were disabled, neurodiverse, and/or living with chronic illness. Of that group, 51% shared that one or more of their conditions were non-visible.

THE COOPÉRATIVE DE SAINT-QUENTIN HARDWARE STORE JOINS RONA

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RONA is headquartered in Boucherville, Québec. and its network operates and services some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores.

Chick-fil-A Awards Over US$27 million in Scholarships

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In Canada, 61 Chick-fil-A Restaurant Team Members received scholarships of about C$1,400 (US$1,000) or about C$3,500 (US$2,500) each, totalling about C$145,000 (US$101,500) in scholarships awarded in 2025.

NHL Playoffs Spark Canadian Spending Surge: Moneris Data

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Canadian NHL playoff games are driving huge boosts in local spending, especially near arenas, according to Moneris data.

London Drugs striving for highest sustainability standards

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As the Western Canadian retailer celebrates 80 years, London Drugs is rolling out a new store concept in Burnaby in May, which includes a first of its kind product refill station, in partnership with SC Johnson.

RONA Foundation supporting 7 Canadian NGOs as part of 2025 Build from the Heart Campaign

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The RONA Foundation is a charitable organization created in 1998 whose mission is to contribute to improving the quality of life of Canadians in need by revitalizing their living environments and facilitating access to housing.

eBay announces global payment acquiring partnership with Checkout.com

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With more than 2.3 billion live listings, eBay is one of the world's largest online marketplaces.

Happy Belly Food Group promotes Randall Papineau to President of Emerging Brands

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Happy Belly is continuing to accelerate growth across all its brands.

Colliers Acquires Triovest to Lead Canada’s Real Estate Sector

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Colliers will acquire Triovest, uniting two major commercial real estate firms to form Canada's largest platform with 95M sq. ft. under management.

Minecraft’s new interactive adventure to make Canadian debut at Square One

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Minecraft is the best-selling game of all time with over 300 million copies sold, entertaining players from around the world through gaming and the recently released blockbuster film A Minecraft Movie.

Annual inflation rate eases in March: Statistics Canada

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The year-over-year slowdown in the all-items CPI was driven by lower prices for travel tours and gasoline in March, said Statistics Canada.

Affirm and Shopify accelerate global expansion of Shop Pay installments

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Shop Pay Installments will become available in general access to Shopify merchants in Canada and the U.K. this summer, with cross-border commerce capabilities between the U.S., Canada, and U.K. to follow.

Bootlegger Sold to Warehouse One Parent Amid Restructuring

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Bootlegger will continue under new ownership as an Ontario court approves its sale to a Comark Holdings affiliate during restructuring.

DoorDash debuts Festival Activation Fund, helping local restaurants reach more customers

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DoorDash said the Festival Activation Fund will provide 15 restaurants with up to 50% off a restaurant’s summer festival fee (up to $3,000 CAD) that occurs in any Canadian city – no matter how big or how small the community is – from June 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025.

Canada’s consumer confidence hits record low in March

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Despite easing inflation and falling interest rates, ongoing economic uncertainty remained a significant factor impacting consumers’ confidence.
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