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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Hermès is planning its first standalone Alberta store on Calgary’s Stephen Avenue, exiting Holt Renfrew and reinforcing downtown Calgary’s growing luxury retail presence.

This week's retail news highlighted an industry balancing change and opportunity. From the end of a chapter in Canadian furniture manufacturing to major investments in luxury retail, experiential concepts, and new store openings, retailers continue to adapt to evolving consumer expectations and economic pressures.

Supplier-funded grocery promotions may be creating hidden costs throughout Canada's food supply chain. Sylvain Charlebois examines how these practices can affect prices over time.

The largest increase in retail sales in April was observed at gasoline stations and fuel vendors (+5.1%).

Palliser Furniture's sale to MotoMotion ends more than 80 years of family ownership, raising questions about Canadian manufacturing, retailer relationships and the future of the iconic furniture brand.