Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For April 11th, 2024

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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.

Roots CEO sees consumers getting back to discretionary spending in back half of year (Canadian Press)

Grocery inflation to fall below two per cent this spring, report predicts (CTV)

Empire backs international grocery retail VC fund (Canadian Grocer)

Shoppers Drug Mart, Dollarama and Costco make Canada’s most reputable companies list (Grocery Business)

Brian McDougall appointed chief retail officer at Staples Canada (Grocery Business)

Walter Lamothe to receive Retail Council of Canada’s Lifetime Achievement Award (Newswire)

Big grocers, retailers want Ontario’s recycling plan changed (CBC)

Retail group urges Quebec to review new French language rules after OQLF report (Montreal Gazette)

Unifor applies to represent two Amazon fulfilment centres in Metro Vancouver (Business in Vancouver)

Winners in downtown Vancouver to move to new location (Daily Hive)

How an Afghan supermarket chain in Hamilton is helping newcomers find work (CBC)

Meet some of Williamsburg businesses who say they feel a sense of belonging, family in their community (CBC Kitchener-Waterloo)

Business owner who lost N.B. Liquor agency contract makes his case (CBC)

No fun-gi city: Vancouver’s magic mushroom dispensary motion shot down (CityNews)

Halifax judge fines furniture company The Brick $143K after fatal workplace fall (CBC)

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Vaughan Mills Celebrates New Playdium with Kia Nurse Appearance and Interactive Activation

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Why Major Brands Can No Longer Ignore Dollarama

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As Dollarama's customer base and traffic grow, suppliers are increasingly viewing the retailer as a strategic channel rather than a secondary outlet.
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Gen X Shoppers Want Global Flavours, But Discovery Still Happens in Store: Study

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A new Cashew Research study finds Gen X shoppers are increasingly seeking international foods, but product discovery still happens primarily in-store, creating merchandising opportunities for grocery retailers.
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Kraft Dinner Expands Into Instant Noodle Category with New KD Ramen Line

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Kraft Heinz Canada is expanding the Kraft Dinner brand beyond boxed macaroni and cheese with the launch of KD Ramen, a new instant noodle line rolling out nationally this summer.
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Maison Territo Introduces Moooi’s Distinctive Design World to Montréal

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Maison Territo is now an official destination for discovering and ordering Moooi furniture, lighting, and accessories in Montréal.
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Tourism spending edges up in Q1 2026: Statistics Canada

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Tourism spending in Canada (+0.1%) edged up in the first quarter of 2026, as increased spending by international visitors (+0.9%) more than offset lower tourism spending by Canadians in Canada (-0.2%).
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Pattison Food Group expands automated grocery fulfillment operations at B.C. distribution centre

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The investment reflects Pattison Food Group's efforts to adapt its warehouse operations to changing demand while reducing manual processes and increasing efficiency in moving products through its supply chain.
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Alberta business exodus feared if separation process begins: Calgary Chamber of Commerce

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63 per cent of respondents report separatism is already having a negative impact on their business.
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The Clayfield hotel project positions Niagara-on-the-Lake for next phase of tourism growth

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The Clayfield, part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection, a 102-room hotel anchoring a broader mixed-use project known as Clayfield Commons.
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Spirits brands shift to experiential marketing as consumption declines: Gradient report

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Consumers are demanding more meaningful, higher-quality experiences when they do drink.
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Longo’s Opens First Welland Store as Growth Continues

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Why Vancouver’s West 4th Retail District Continues to Thrive

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New retailers including Sephora, Aritzia and Mandy's Gourmet Salads are investing in Vancouver's West 4th retail district as the Kitsilano corridor continues to attract shoppers while maintaining its distinctive character.
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Circle K Advances 750-Store Expansion Plan as Foodservice and Loyalty Drive Growth

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Circle K parent Alimentation Couche-Tard is advancing its plan to build 750 new stores by 2030 while investing in foodservice, beverages, loyalty programs and digital engagement to drive future growth.
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Canada’s only commercial olive farm on Salt Spring Island to be sold through online auction (Video)

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Farm produces extra virgin olive oil used by restaurants across the country and internationally.
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