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Daily Synopsis: Jun 17, 2026
Tesoro grocery store shuts in Edmonton after less than 2 years, Shindico begins preleasing Winnipeg centre, Pret a Manger opens at YVR Airport, Oakridge Park Skytrain connection anticipated, and other news.
Fresh St. Market to Become Grocery Anchor for CF Richmond Centre Redevelopment
Fresh St. Market will open its first Richmond location at CF Richmond Centre in Summer 2027, bringing a grocery anchor to the mixed-use redevelopment as residential density and retail expansion continue.
Cineplex Opens Playdium at Vaughan Mills with Most Attractions in Canada
Cineplex has opened a 24,000-square-foot Playdium at Vaughan Mills featuring the most attractions of any Playdium in Canada.
Casavogue Announces Big Summer Sale and Exclusive VIP Shopping Event
Casavogue launches its Big Summer Sale with discounts of 30% to 50% off and invites customers to an exclusive VIP event on June 20 and 21.
Parliament rises without delivering for small businesses – again: CFIB
Nearly three in four (73%) of small firms say they don't feel supported by the federal government.
Calgary-area Taza development announces unique McDonald’s restaurant at Buffalo Run
A new McDonald's at Buffalo Run in Taza will be the first in Alberta designed with guidance from the Tsuut'ina-Taza Cultural Advisory Working Group.
Blue Rewards partners with Dollarama
Blue Rewards members with a linked payment card can earn Points on qualifying purchases of $20 or more at more than 1,700 Dollarama stores nationwide.
SalonCentric Canada to acquire Cantin Beauté assets in Quebec
The deal will add 25 professional-only stores and 132 employees to SalonCentric Canada’s operations, strengthening L’Oréal Canada’s distribution network in Quebec and broadening access to professional salon products across the country.
Marc Cain Eyes Canadian Expansion Under New Leadership
Marc Cain plans Canadian expansion under Jessica R’Bibo as the German fashion brand targets growth through premium malls and quiet luxury.
Daily Synopsis: Jun 16, 2026
Dollarama launches loyalty program with BMO, Leon's acquires remaining interest in Edmonton DC, INS Market expands to 5 TTC stations, Sherwood Park's JACEK Chocolates named best candy store, and other news
Competition Bureau to investigate competition factors affecting food affordability
The Bureau said it is seeking input from Canadians and organizations with experience in the food supply chain.
Zellers Brings Back Diner Experience and Kiddie Rides as Toronto Store Opening Nears
Zellers is bringing back diner-inspired food, kiddie rides and a giant Zeddy Bear as it prepares to open its new Toronto store. COO Joey Benitah discusses customer feedback, Edmonton's success and expansion plans across Canada.
Reitmans sees slight revenue growth in Q1
Comparable sales, which include e-commerce net revenues, were up 0.3%.
Foodtastic acquires Kinton Ramen: CEO Interview
Foodtastic is a leading Canadian restaurant franchisor with a portfolio of 30 diverse brands and over 1,200 establishments across the country.
Groupe Dynamite posts 37% revenue growth and 4-year high gross margin in Q1
Retail sales per square foot increased by 32.4% compared to Q1 2025, reaching $1,001 in Q1 2026.
Generation X Leads Canadians in Throwing Away Food Past Date Labels: Survey
New survey data suggest Generation X is the most likely Canadian age group to discard food after date labels pass, while Gen Z appears more willing to assess food quality before throwing it away.
Interac survey finds single Canadians are bearing the brunt of rising grocery costs
Nearly eight in 10 (77 per cent) Canadians who live solo say their grocery bill keeps climbing no matter what they do.
Checkout.com report finds consumer interest in AI shopping outpacing trust and merchant readiness
33 per cent of consumers expect at least 10 per cent of their purchases to be driven by AI within the next year.
FIFA World Cup: Business risks Canadians may not be thinking about
Many small businesses and homeowners may not realize the liability, insurance and fraud risks that can come with temporary spikes in tourism and side-hustle activity tied to major events like this.
Canadians feeling effects of recession before it was confirmed: Harris & Partners
95.2% of Canadians say rising costs have impacted their finances.
Pharmasave launches Blue Rewards program at participating stores across Canada
Canadians are increasingly looking to loyalty programs to help manage everyday expenses, with 78 per cent of respondents saying such programs help them save money on essential purchases.
Daily Synopsis: June 15, 2026
Duty free retail association sounds alarms over reduced Canadian traffic, increase in mall jewellery store thefts, Fabricland closing in New Westminster, who's up and down in Canadian retail, and other news.
Montreal Jewelry Brand Bets on Lab-Grown Luxury
Montreal-based Sphinx & Emeralds is tapping into growing demand for lab-grown diamonds, transparency, and modern fine jewelry luxury.
Canada Goose Reimagines the Luxury Store Experience with Oakridge Park Opening
Canada Goose is introducing its new global retail concept to Canada with the opening of a Vancouver store at Oakridge Park. President Carrie Baker discusses experiential retail, clienteling, product expansion and the future of luxury stores.
Rack Attack and RealTruck announce ‘revolutionary’ retail partnership
The partnership will see official RealTruck ‘store-in-store’ retail shops installed in all 45 Rack Attack locations across North America.
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