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Opinion editorial on topics that affect Canadian Retailers
Canada’s Food Inflation Problem Is Getting Worse
Sylvain Charlebois
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January 19, 2026
Canada now leads the G7 with 6.2% food inflation, signaling deeper structural and policy challenges in the food system.
Thinking Outside the Big Box: Small Retail Innovations: CBRE
Mario Toneguzzi
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January 15, 2026
Seasonal stores and pop-ups like Spirit Halloween, Calendar Club and Cozy have always existed to fill up swing spaces in malls.
McDonald’s Canada Triggers a New Fast-Food Price War
Sylvain Charlebois
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January 13, 2026
McDonald’s Canada freezes value pricing for a year, forcing rivals to respond and sending ripple effects through restaurants, processors, and Canadian farms.
Chip Wilson’s Board Picks Reveal Lululemon’s Deeper Problem
Jared Gordon
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January 9, 2026
Chip Wilson’s board nominations highlight deeper strategic issues at Lululemon as the brand grapples with innovation, leadership, and direction.
Canada Could Lose 4,000 Restaurants in 2026
Sylvain Charlebois
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January 8, 2026
Despite growth on paper, Canada’s restaurant sector faces rising costs, shrinking margins, and accelerating closures heading into 2026.
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