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Federal government investing $173.7 million to expand women entrepreneurship supports

Addressing persistent barriers faced by women entrepreneurs and to build on existing federal programming designed to support business creation and growth.

Thirsty Buddha expands into Costco U.K., Los Angeles as global push accelerates

The move builds on Thirsty Buddha’s existing presence in Costco stores across Canada and reflects the company’s efforts to scale distribution through large-format retail channels.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 22, 2026

Manitoba eyes shrinkflation law, FIFA impacts Vancouver retail differently depending on location, Zellers nostalgia drives return, retailers open at Toronto's Pearson Airport, 7-Eleven closing at College and Spadina in Toronot, and other news.

Toys “R” Us Brand and Stores Head to Different Owners in Canada

An Ontario court has approved the breakup of Toys “R” Us Canada, with the brand, stores and Vaughan Mills lease heading to separate buyers. The future of the remaining stores after January 2027 remains uncertain.

Alimentation Couche-Tard reports revenue of $19.5 billion in Q4, up close to 20% from a year ago

For fiscal 2026, revenues increased by $3.6 billion, or 5.0%, compared with fiscal 2025.

Canada’s Food Prices Have Outpaced Inflation Every Month Under Carney

Food inflation has exceeded Canada's overall inflation rate for 15 consecutive months under Prime Minister Mark Carney, highlighting ongoing affordability concerns for households.

Dollarama Reaches 96% of Canadian Households: Survey

A new Field Agent Canada survey found that 96% of Canadian households shopped at Dollarama within the past 60 days, with strong appeal across income levels and growing visit frequency.

Shake Shack Canada to open first drive-thru location in Canada in Calgary

The first-ever drive-thru restaurant, expected to open this fall 2026 at 9253 Macleod Trail Southwest.

Consumer prices continue to rise: Statistics Canada

Excluding gasoline, the CPI still rose at a faster pace year over year in May (+2.2%) compared with April (+2.0%)

Leyad acquires the Bay Centre in Victoria

The Bay Centre is a trophy retail and mixed-use asset spanning an entire city block and serving as a cornerstone of the city's retail and pedestrian core.

Specsavers joins PC Optimum program

Specsavers says PC Optimum members can earn 10 points per $1 on eligible purchases nationwide, expanding its relationship with Loblaw.

Supply management costs $244 per person per year on average: MEI

By comparing the prices of dairy products, eggs, and poultry between Canada and comparable markets in the American Midwest, the authors were able to determine how much supply management adds to the cost of a typical Canadian grocery basket.

VistaPrint: 80% of small business owners are happier than being employees

VistaPrint found 80% of small business owners are happier than when they were employees, with 46% saying they’re much happier.

Retail theft in Canada is now a data integrity crisis—and retailers are missing the biggest risk

Most retailers are investing in guards, cameras and policy changes while ignoring the systems that actually track inventory and transactions in real time.

Cozey expands in the U.S. market with Chicago pop-up (Photos)

Cozey has opened a U.S. retail pop-up in Chicago’s Gold Coast, marking another step in its North American expansion.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 19, 2026

Canada's affordability crisis could fuel Zellers expansion, Putman floats rebrand in new Toys R Us court docs, Ottawa imposes surcharge on canned veggie imports, Burlington Ikea features Indigenous kitchen room setting, The Beer Store opening new stores after shutting others, Vancouver businesses struggle despite FIFA crowds, and other news.

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