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Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For February 3, 2025

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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 several days.

Re: Tariffs:

Provinces respond to Trump tariffs by pulling U.S. liquor from shelves (CBC)

New 25% tariffs on Canadian exports to the U.S. raise concerns over food prices (CityNews)

Tariffs driving you to drink? It most likely won’t be American booze amid U.S.-Canada trade war (National Post)

Canadian food companies plan to expand production to U.S. as tariffs loom (Globe & Mail / subscribers)

With tariffs looming, how hard is it to ‘buy Canadian’? (BNN)

From food and booze, to toilet paper and motorcycles: Here are the U.S. goods Canada is targeting (CTV)

Canadian booze-makers hope U.S. tariff threats help smash trade barriers at home (CBC)

US businesses brace for Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to drive up costs (News Nation Now)

Other News:

Grocery bills set to rise as annual price freeze ends (Financial Post)

Amazon Quebec layoffs balloon to 4,500 as proposed meeting between minister, CEO on ice (CTV)

Big ambition, big competition: U.S. fast food chains flock to crowded Canadian market (CTV)

After $10M losses in 15 years, London Drugs weighs leaving Woodward’s development (Global News Vancouver)

Downtown Victoria struggles amidst a growing suburban retail rental market (Nanaimo News)

From checkouts to checkups: Why old retail spaces are a new trend in health-care delivery (CTV)

Nova Scotians say they are ready to shop local amid trade war with U.S. (CBC)

Food Access Bus helps Winnipeg seniors get to grocery stores (CBC)

Security guard foils attempted jewelry store robbery at Waterloo mall (CTV)

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M&M’S, Marvel launch Canadian campaign with Toronto pop-up, limited-edition products

The campaign is part of a broader global collaboration between the confectionery brand and Marvel that will include special packaging, consumer promotions and in-person experiences across more than 65 markets through 2026.

Shoot 360 Opening Largest Canadian Facility in Oakville

Sport-tech basketball company Shoot 360 will open its largest Canadian facility in Oakville this month as the AI-driven training concept expands across Canada.

Millennials adapting grocery habits through multi-store

Consumers are increasingly cooking at home, tracking discounts and using multiple shopping tools to manage household costs.

Felicia Launches in Canada with Retail Expansion

Italian pasta brand Felicia expands into 800+ Canadian stores while launching a $55 million manufacturing hub in London, Ontario.

Home Hardware names influencers for cross-country marketing tour

Canada’s Ultimate Road Trip is a campaign that will see the duo travel from Victoria to St. John’s between May 29 and July 2.

RioCan says grocery, pharmacy and value retailers fuel leasing momentum

With retail occupancy reported in Q1 at 98.6%, it’s pretty much a record for the REIT.

Intimates retailer Knix keeps expanding across Canada

The brand is opening its first store in Atlantic Canada in Halifax in mid-June.

Canadian luxury beauty retailer Rennaï launches e-commerce platform across Canada

Rennaï said the website introduces a refined and intuitive experience, allowing users to explore a carefully selected range of brands.

Flying Tiger Copenhagen Enters Canada with GTA Expansion

Flying Tiger Copenhagen is entering Canada with its Scandinavian-inspired discovery retail concept and an initial GTA expansion.

Everist looks to next phase of growth

One of the biggest strategic shifts has been evolving its messaging to lead with the unique consumer benefits of Everist for supporting hair and scalp health.

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Sobeys ditches maple leaf symbol in stores as it and Loblaw under fire for 'maple washing', Pet Valu reported cautious Canadian consumers, Ikea launches collection, and other news.

Canada Goose Pushes Beyond Parkas as Apparel Sales Surge

Canada Goose reported strong fiscal 2026 growth as apparel, spring collections, and retail conversion helped drive momentum beyond winter outerwear.
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