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Canadians in their "third age" (60–80) aren't retreating from life, they're travelling, dining out, adopting new tech, and spending.

The National Bank Open brings the best men's and women's tennis players in the world to Canada, each summer.

This new opening represents the brand's 12th location in British Columbia and serves as the first of several planned food court expansions across the province. 

"Major events, whether cultural or sporting, are now key drivers of travel."

espy experience began in 2009 as a 1,500-square-foot designer discount concept in Inglewood and has grown to more than 12,000 square feet.

Splitsville accelerates Canadian expansion with new locations, targeting retail hubs and redefining bowling as social entertainment.

High shopping centre productivity does not happen by accident. At Cadillac Fairview, it is the result of a deliberate strategy that combines scale, tenant curation, and continuous reinvestment. While industry data highlights strong performance across the company’s portfolio, the underlying drivers of that performance point to a broader operating model that is increasingly shaping the Canadian retail landscape. A Built-In Traffic Engine One of the foundational elements of Cadillac Fairview’s approach is accessibility. The company’s portfolio is positioned to capture a large share of Canadian consumer traffic, creating a strong base for retail activity. “We own 14 shopping centres across Canada, and 38...

Simons CEO discusses success, future of HBC real estate, bank branches could close, Ikea plans 3 storey tall outdoor digital billboard in Ottawa, Korean froyo chain opens 1st Canadian location in Toronto, and other news.

Basil Box will close all Canadian locations by May 14, ending a Toronto fast-casual brand as rising costs and shifting demand pressure the sector.

Committed retail occupancy of 98.6% reflects structurally constrained retail supply across RioCan's markets and resilient tenant demand.

New reporting series from Retail Insider delivers sector-level insight into Canadian retail, connecting trends across categories and consumer behaviour.

Pierre Cardin opens its first Canadian store at Tsawwassen Mills as a Vietnam-led operator begins a national retail expansion.

Real commercial foodservice sales are expected to decline by 0.2% in 2026 (inflation-adjusted), following 2.3% growth in 2025.

Since launching Even the Odds in 2021, Staples Canada has raised more than $9 million.

With an estimated $3.8 billion benefit for Canada as 2026 World Cup co-host, the FIFA World Cup will be a prime opportunity for small businesses to enhance visibility from increased demand.

Preparedness and capability — not market access — increasingly determine which organizations can compete in today’s trade environment.

This initial phase marks the transformation of 96 guest rooms across the hotel's top four floors, introducing a refined design that reimagines the property's signature Pure Coastal Luxury identity.

Hilco Global, a leading global asset management and disposition firm, is managing these sales following Coast Appliances filing under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act.

Fashion Art Toronto activates the former Hudson’s Bay Saks designer floor at CF Toronto Eaton Centre with a one-day retail and cultural marketplace.

Since launching the partnership in 2016, Chatters said it has contributed over CAD $446,000 to Ronald McDonald House Canada, enabling more than 1,798 nights of accommodation for families with critically sick and injured children.

Canadian retailers lean into domestic produce amid trade tensions, second Renaud-Bray closes in Quebec City during strike, Toronto teen builds viral hoodie brand on TikTok, SHEIN opens in Montreal, and other news.

Apple Inc. has announced impressive financial results for its fiscal second quarter of 2026, reporting a record revenue of $111.2 billion.

Canadian retail reshapes with Hudson’s Bay closures, experiential expansions, and evolving consumer trends emphasizing sustainability, technology and affordability.

Hudson’s Bay Stripes return in Canadian Tire stores nationwide as the historic brand relaunches through a new lifestyle-focused collection.

DAVIDsTEA posts first annual profit in years as store growth and a rebalanced retail model drive recovery in Canada.