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Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For January 5th, 2024

OUR ARTICLES OF THE DAY

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News at a Glance

Retail Insider is streamlining its Canadian retail news from around the web to include a handful of top news stories that can be viewed quickly during the day. Here are the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson slams company’s ‘diversity and inclusion thing’ (CTV)

Retail collectives are changing how young entrepreneurs access storefront selling space (CBC)

Vehicle sales posted biggest annual jump last year since 1997: DesRosiers (CP24)

Alimentation Couche-Tard completes acquisition of European assets from TotalEnergies (CityNews)

Red Sea attacks add ‘significant cost’ to global shipping, Canada and allies warn (Global)

Canada’s banks refuse to deal with legal cannabis businesses (National Post)

Walmart abandons plan to open Quebec fulfilment centre, will instead upgrade stores (CTV)

(Continued from yesterday) – Arc’teryx wins injunction against Adidas over Terrex outdoor gear store in Vancouver (CBC)

Striking Pete’s Frootique workers remain committed to cause as contract dispute drags on (CBC)

Beef price hikes in B.C. surpass those for other proteins (BIV)

‘Disappointing to see’: Mastermind Toys and Pennington’s the latest big box stores set to close in Medicine Hat (CHAT News)

Ontario raises cannabis store cap, boosts retail competition (Retail Insight Network)

Nova Scotia’s growing Asian population getting taste of home at new grocery stores (CBC)

Edmonton businesses question reasoning behind new EPark meters (Global)

Long & McQuade moving to new location (Winnipeg Free Press)

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Enoteca Monza opens at CF Market Mall in Calgary (Video, Photos)

Founded in 2010, Enoteca Monza has grown to 10 locations across Canada and was acquired by Foodtastic in 2018.

Casavogue Celebrates 54 Years with Anniversary Savings

Casavogue marks its 54th anniversary with $500 off every $3,000 spent on sofas, bedroom sets, and dining sets.

VIDEO: Iran conflict’s impact on retailers and consumers

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MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual Surpasses 50 Locations in Canada

MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual expands to more than 50 restaurants across Canada after opening seven new locations in 2025.

Tim Hortons partners with Canadian Paralympic Team

The partnership furthers Tim Hortons long-standing commitment to supporting sport and Canadian athletes, including investments in getting kids active like the Timbits Hockey and Soccer programs.

Sundays Opens Terminal HQ Showroom in Vancouver

Canadian furniture brand Sundays opens a 15,000-square-foot Terminal HQ showroom in Vancouver, expanding its retail footprint and introducing sister brand Hetta.

Quebec Retailers Face Rising Language Compliance Pressure

Bill 96, OQLF inspections, and rising complaints are reshaping Quebec retail operations, hiring, signage, and digital marketing strategies.

Dixie Outlet Mall in Mississauga Placed into Receivership

Dixie Outlet Mall in Mississauga enters receivership as redevelopment plans and long-term transformation of the site move forward.

BAPE Opens First Canadian Store on Vancouver’s Alberni Street

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Walmart Canada kicks off sponsorship with Canada Soccer to bring Canadians closer to the game 

One of the country's most accomplished and recognizable players, Canada Soccer Men's National Team forward Jonathan David will support the collaboration as an official Walmart Canada ambassador.

Sungiven Foods Expanding Metro Vancouver Footprint

Sungiven Foods plans up to 15 new Metro Vancouver stores as it refines its small-format, private-label grocery model.
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