Canadian Retail News From Around The Web For March 31, 2025

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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 three days.

Re: Hudson’s Bay:

Judge rejects Hudson’s Bay proposal in creditor protection case (CP24)

Hudson’s Bay cuts 200 corporate jobs effective April 4 (CTV)

‘We were like a family’: Inside one former employee’s 37-year journey at the Bay (CTV)

Hudson’s Bay Company: from fur trade to department store downfall (MSN)

Hudson’s Bay liquidation sales don’t apply to all products. Which ones? (Global)

Calgary’s Hudson’s Bay building was more than just a store. These photos reveal its rich social history (CBC)

B.C. shoppers swept up in nostalgia as iconic Hudson’s Bay liquidizes (The Progress)

Other News:

Canada-U.S. border parcel store closing after 24 years as business plummets (MSN/Global)

Lululemon tumbles as tariff uncertainty, weak demand hit forecasts (Reuters)

Marketplace found up to 1 in 3 groceries get labelled as Canadian. Customers say they’re skeptical (CBC)

I tried to boycott Amazon to ‘Buy Canadian.’ Here’s how it went (Globe & Mail)

Hoping to buy local amid Canada-U.S. trade fight? Distillery District says 90% of its shops are Canadian-owned (CBC Toronto)

Saskatchewan beer ban shows buying Canadian is more complicated than it looks (Star Phoenix)

Manitoba thrifter looking to hit every single store in the province (CTV)

Why are rug stores always closing in Toronto’s west end? (Village Report)

Man wanted for an alleged back-to-back armed robbery at the same retail store: police (CP24)

Lufa Farms now delivering Montreal-grown produce, local goods in Ottawa (Ottawa Citizen)

No Frills to open two stores on Vancouver Island (Grocery Business)

B.C. store goes ‘Elbows Up’ looking for Mike Myers, supporting Canada with shoes (Fernie News)

New Dollarama coming to Timmins (Grocery Business)

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Aritzia withstands U.S. tariff pressures while growing revenues, and Canadian brands STEFF ELEOFF and Craig’s Cookies broaden their retail reach through pop-ups and franchising, and other news.

Aritzia Absorbs U.S. Tariff Hit as Growth Outpaces the Cost

Aritzia is absorbing significant U.S. tariff costs as strong American sales growth and margin expansion continue to offset the pressure.

Retail trade sector dips in July: Statistics Canada

Retailing activity at gasoline stations and fuel vendors (-3.5%) contracted in July, offsetting most of the increase recorded in the previous month.

STEFF ELEOFF Builds Canadian Retail Presence with Holt Renfrew Pop-Ups

Toronto-based jewellery brand brings experiential concepts to Yorkdale and Bloor Street as physical retail becomes a larger part of its growth strategy.

Craig’s Cookies Grows to 25 Locations as Franchise Brand Expands Nationally

Craig’s Cookies has grown to 25 locations across Canada, with Edmonton expected next and Vancouver under consideration as the franchise network expands.

40% of Canadians drinking more coffee today than a year ago: Field Agent report

91% of Canadians consume coffee on a regular basis.

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Bed Bath & Beyond returns to Canada with e-commerce launch

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CF Market Mall Partners With Grey Cup For Interactive Football Experience 

The Huddle features interactive skill challenges, digital simulators, and guest appearances from CFL athletes and team mascots

Food services and drinking places sales reach close to $9 billion in July: Statistics Canada

In July, the largest increase in sales in dollar terms came from full-service restaurants (+0.8%), the industry's seventh consecutive month-over-month increase.

Canadian coffee consumption evolving

The younger consumer’s influence on café menu development is huge.

Skip teams up with Domino’s

Domino's officially joins Skip's expanding network - and to celebrate, Canadians get 30% off their first three orders, delivered straight to their door

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