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La Maison Simons Announces Downtown Vancouver store at CF Pacific Centre

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The location will occupy part of the mall's former Nordstrom space, and will be a welcome addition to Vancouver's downtown core which saw significant vacancies.

Alice + Olivia to Open First Canadian Store in Yorkville

Craig Patterson -
Alice + Olivia will open its first Canadian store at Yorkville Village in Toronto, reinforcing the area’s strength as a luxury retail hub.

Canadian consumer still under pressure with food prices: Dalhousie report

Mario Toneguzzi -
Over 80% of Canadians identify food as the expense that has increased the most.

National roadshows strengthening business ties with China

Mario Toneguzzi -
The roadshow series will convene business leaders, government representatives, and industry stakeholders to explore how Canadian companies can expand into the Chinese market.

The Brick Chick grows with LEGO popularity

Mario Toneguzzi -
An independent parts and custom design business serving adult collectors across the U.S. and Canada.

Coast Appliances Files for CCAA After Leadership Exit

Lee Rivett -
Coast Appliances enters CCAA after leadership resignations, mounting debt, and operational disruptions across Canada.

Daily Synopsis: Apr 27, 2026

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DoorDash partners with Empire, Abercrombie & Fitch returning to Calgary's CF Chinook, No Frills opens in Edmonton, Michaels debuts 10-minute custom framing, Artizia opens flagship, and other news.

DoorDash Expands Grocery Reach Through Empire Partnership

Lee Rivett -
DoorDash adds 1,000+ Empire grocery stores across Canada, expanding its role in on-demand grocery and retail delivery.

Aritzia Unveils Expanded Flagship at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Craig Patterson -
Aritzia unveils an expanded flagship at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, introducing a larger format store with integrated café and experiential retail features.

Woodbine Mall CCAA Signals Shift to Redevelopment

Craig Patterson -
Woodbine Mall enters CCAA as lenders move to take control, signalling a shift toward redevelopment of aging retail assets in Toronto. Craig Patterson interviews Antony Karabus about the situation.

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La Maison Simons Announces Downtown Vancouver store at CF Pacific Centre

Mario Toneguzzi -
The location will occupy part of the mall's former Nordstrom space, and will be a welcome addition to Vancouver's downtown core which saw significant vacancies.

Alice + Olivia to Open First Canadian Store in Yorkville

National roadshows strengthening business ties with China

The Brick Chick grows with LEGO popularity

Coast Appliances Files for CCAA After Leadership Exit

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From The Desk: Retail Revitalization and Strategic Expansion in Canada

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This week’s retail focus highlights strategic Canadian expansions, heritage retail innovation, and the evolving synergy between value and luxury amid shifting consumers, as well as many other topics.

How Luxury Retail Actually Works: Retail Staff

Public Grocery Stores Debate Gains Traction in Canada

Meat and Produce Prices Rise Together in Canada

Faulty Meat Scales Cost Canadians Millions

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Aritzia Unveils Expanded Flagship at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Craig Patterson -
Aritzia unveils an expanded flagship at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, introducing a larger format store with integrated café and experiential retail features.

Woodbine Mall CCAA Signals Shift to Redevelopment

Canada losing businesses at an alarming rate: CFIB

Growth planned for QuickBite Collective brands

GS25 Rumor Highlights Demand for Asian Convenience Retail in Canada

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Sales at greenhouses rise for 5th consecutive year: Statistics Canada

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Total greenhouse area increased by 1.4% to 35.9 million square metres in 2025. Ontario accounted for just under two-thirds (64.9%) of total greenhouse area nationally in 2025.

METRO reports Q2 financial results with sales rising more than 4% from last year

Goodfood Market reports $7 million net loss in Q2

Consumer spending plans remain muted: Bank of Canada

Consumer Price Index accelerates in March: Statistics Canada

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Johny Srouji Appointed Apple’s Chief Hardware Officer in Significant Leadership Shift

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Apple has appointed Johny Srouji as its Chief Hardware Officer, succeeding John Ternus. Srouji has been instrumental in driving the company's silicon strategy and will now lead an expanded role in hardware engineering.

OPA! of Greece names new President and CEO

MBI Brands taps new President to lead next phase of strategic growth and global expansion

Kits Eyecare appoints Tai Silvey as President

PepsiCo Canada’s Cara Keating Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

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From The Desk: Strategic Growth and Market Polarization Shape Canadian Retail

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Canadian retail hits a turning point as expansion, real estate deals, and shifting consumer behaviour reshape performance across the sector.

Small Business: Elevating First Impressions Online

Canada’s Shrinking Middle Class Is Fueling Food Inflation

Iran Conflict Could Trigger New Food Price Shock in Canada

How Luxury Retail Actually Works: Retail & Store Execution

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STRONG Pilates on aggressive expansion path

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STRONG Pilates is set to expand from seven studios at the end of 2025, to 22 locations by the end of 2026, with plans to reach 40 by 2027.

Bath Depot Opens 50th Store, Expands Western Footprint

Loblaws Humbertown Reopens Amid Major Redevelopment

CAFA Moves to Montréal as Industry Celebrates 2026 Winners

Inside the Fashion Shoot Shaping Freed & Freed’s Next Chapter

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How Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Has Changed Since Pre-COVID

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A comparison of 2019 and 2025 data reveals how Canadian shopping centre performance has shifted, with top-tier malls strengthening their dominance.

Calgary’s retail market remains extremely tight: Barclay Street Real Estate

First-party fraud rises amidst economic pressures: Equifax

Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Trends (2023–2025)

Canadian Spending Holds Steady as Consumers Shift Priorities

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PÜR Gum Founder Jay Klein on Growth and Dragons’ Den

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PÜR Gum founder Jay Klein discusses growth, retail strategy, and his return to Dragons’ Den after building a global CPG brand.

Jillian Harris Named RCC Retail Ambassador of the Year

VIDEO: Healthy Earth, Healthy Body

London Drugs President Clint Mahlman to Retire

RCC Honours Browns Shoes CEO with Lifetime Achievement

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How Strait of Hormuz Tensions Are Set to Raise Grocery Prices in Canada

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Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are expected to drive grocery inflation in Canada as rising oil and fertilizer costs impact food supply chains.

How Luxury Retail Actually Works: Product Strategy

Why Imports Won’t Fix Canada’s Beef Price Problem

From The Desk: Strategic Expansion and Evolving Consumer Engagement Define Retail in April 2026

Reinvention and the Luxury Career Journey

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