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The company says Towner and Ménard will continue to work closely together during the transition as RONA moves into its next phase of growth.

Retail Council of Canada names Walmart’s Kathleen McLaughlin and SC Johnson’s Fisk Johnson its inaugural Sustainable Leaders of the Year.

Retailer shuffles its North American leadership.

Retailers should examine their supply chains, seek Canadian suppliers and consider sourcing from other countries to reduce risk.

In this role, she will lead Danone Canada's customer and commercial sales organization, helping advance the company's long-term growth ambition while continuing to strengthen trusted relationships with its retail partners across the country.

From psychotherapy to sound baths, red light yoga to a rooftop patio - everything your nervous system has been asking for, under one 4-story roof 

"Three decades in fashion and retail supply chains have taught me that change is constant, but the pace and complexity of change have accelerated dramatically."

On Monday, August 17, Reitmans brought fashion courtside at Scotiabank Arena, transforming the Toronto Tempo court into a live runway for 146 guests, composed of creators, media and cultural personalities, to reveal its Fall 2026 collection and new national ambassador lineup. The event served as the official launchpad for new campaign ambassadors Lilly Singh (Tempo’s Chief Hype Officer) and Quebec comedian Katherine Levac, who will anchor Reitmans' upcoming nationwide campaign launching September 8. Key Campaign Details: New Campaign Faces: Pairing Lilly Singh and Katherine Levac to execute a unified national strategy with messaging tailored for both English Canada and Quebec. Activating Sports Partnerships:...

Henry Spear brings more than two decades of experience across digital, E-commerce, customer experience, and omni-channel retail.

At the end of the first quarter, the company operated a total of 2,361 retail stores and over 1,280 SRS locations across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico.

Over the past few years, Sleep Country has been on a buying spree of different brands.

The CCAA process is intended to provide the time and flexibility needed to pursue the Company's financial restructuring while continuing to operate the business and implement its operational turnaround plan.

Experienced leaders from First Capital REIT and Agellan join national real estate platform.

Canadian-founded Second Cup has named Joe Walker CEO of its international franchise business as the company looks to expand its global footprint, with the Middle East serving as a strategic growth hub.

The partnership will see Tyla featured in brand campaigns, social media content and in-store advertising, beginning with the fall campaign and continuing through additional promotional initiatives the company plans to unveil later this summer.

The company had been without a permanent CEO since the departure of Ken Keelor in October 2024.

A bilingual pharmacist with more than 25 years of leadership experience in healthcare, she has dedicated her career to advancing pharmacy practice and improving patient care in Canada.

Initially launched as an online-only business, customer demand led the company into retail, beginning with natural food and wellness chains before expanding this year into nearly 400 Loblaw stores across Canada.

The company began franchising about six years ago and now operates 24 locations, with its 25th opening next month.

Winder said both companies have posted results that far exceed typical retail growth, with strong double-digit sales increases and improved profit margins at a time when many retailers are contending with cautious consumer spending.

Knix founder Joanna Griffiths is stepping down after 14 years, with Chief Commercial Officer Nicole Tapscott taking leadership as the Canadian retailer continues its expansion across stores, ecommerce and wholesale.

Prior to her co-founding Honestly Good Chicken Fingers, she held leadership roles with several established restaurant brands, including Recipe Unlimited Corporation, The Burger’s Priest, Fionn MacCool’s and East Side Mario’s.

Marilyn Brooks, a celebrated Canadian fashion designer known for popularizing 1960s mod fashion in Toronto, has died at the age of 93. Her influence extended through her innovative retail practices and mentorship of emerging designers.

Since opening: month-over-month growth averaging 86% since launch, and a customer base with a 51% return rate on services and 40% on products. The top 20% of customers are spending an average of over $7,000 CAD per year.

Food security in Canada hinges on ensuring consistent, year-round access to fresh produce despite the country’s extreme seasonal swings.