SPOTLIGHT ARTICLES

Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair Eyes Growth Through Retail Partnerships

News Craig Patterson -
Canadian repair brand and retailer Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair plans to grow through store-in-store partnerships across the country.

Businesses continue to expect cost-related obstacles in near future: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
When asked to identify the most challenging expected obstacle over the next three months, 10.4% of businesses expected it to be inflation, 10.4% indicated recruiting skilled employees and 7.0% reported the cost of inputs.

The Self-Checkout Experiment Is Failing in Canada

News Sylvain Charlebois -
Self-checkouts are frustrating Canadians, driving up shrink and eroding trust, prompting retailers to rethink the model as the experiment falters, says Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.

Pet Valu family of stores now available on Uber Eats

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The retailer said customers can order from over 650 Pet Valu locations, giving pet parents from coast to coast quick and easy access to food, treats, toys and other must-have items for their pets.

KITS Eyecare announces record-breaking sales of $5.8 million during Black Friday Week and Cyber Monday

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Glasses ordered exceeded 16,800 pairs, representing 35% growth year-on-year and setting a new unit record and meaningfully surpassing the company's previous high.

LUXOME expands into Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Since its inception in 2018, LUXOME has cultivated a strong customer base in the U.S. by prioritizing extensive product testing to create an ever-evolving collection that elevates everyday living.

Cyber Week Sales Rise in Canada as Shoppers Seek Value

News Craig Patterson -
Canada Cyber Week sales rose 7 percent as shoppers focused on deals, BNPL usage doubled, and AI and agentic search influenced more than 20 percent of online orders.

Lululemon Opening 2-Level Montreal Flagship Store

News Craig Patterson -
Lululemon is preparing a major two-level Montreal flagship at Ste-Catherine and Peel, a prime downtown corner set to become one of its largest stores in Canada.

600,000 small businesses to receive $623 million in final carbon tax rebate starting today: CFIB

Retailer News Mario Toneguzzi -
Rebates will be based on the number of T4s issued by an employer, and the Canada Revenue Agency will automatically issue the rebates to eligible businesses in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Staples Canada Debuts New Concept Store in Burlington

News Craig Patterson -
Staples Canada opens a new concept store in Burlington with refreshed design, new categories, enhanced services and a renewed retail vision.

Rolex Opens Landmark Boutique at Montreal’s Royalmount

News Lee Rivett -
Rolex debuts its largest Canadian boutique at Royalmount in Montreal, expanding its luxury footprint nationwide.

Why Canadians are ‘doom spending’: How housing unaffordability is driving Gen Z and Millennials toward luxury purchases

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Fewer people have been buying homes over the past few years, and consumer surveys increasingly show that Gen Z, the age cohort born between approximately 1997 and 2012, and the large Millennial demographic are increasingly giving up their aspirations for homeownership, and instead turning to luxury goods.

Odd Burger makes strategic moves to strengthen operating model

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Odd Burger said it will intensify its focus on franchise success by investing in operational training, menu consistency, marketing support, and scalable systems that drive strong store-level performance.

Time Out Market Vancouver unveils the first lineup of vendors

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Time Out Market said it will bring the best of the city together under one roof: a curated mix of the best chefs and restaurateurs, drinks and cultural experiences – showcasing top local talents in a casual, uniquely-designed space.

Om Organics launches new Calgary store

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Invermere-based skincare company also has plans to debut an exclusive new product alongside this significant expansion.

Butterdome Craft Sale 2025: Alberta’s Largest Holiday Market Returns With 225+ Canadian Artisans

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Since 1990, the Butterdome Craft Sale has become Alberta’s premier holiday shopping event.

Läderach Unveils New Boutique on Toronto’s Bloor Street

News Craig Patterson -
Läderach has opened a new boutique on Bloor Street, marking the Swiss chocolatier’s first Canadian street-front location. A national expansion will see more Vancouver locations before moving into Alberta.

Hillberg & Berk Unveils Official Team Canada Jewellery Line

News Craig Patterson -
Hillberg & Berk debuts the new Team Canada Jewellery Collection, supporting athletes ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.

Toronto’s ShopReel AI Merges Video and Shopping

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto-based ShopReel AI lets consumers buy products directly from videos, connecting social media engagement with e-commerce.

Canadian Black Friday sales rise 6% as AI-driven shopping and Buy Now Pay Later surge: Salesforce

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Salesforce data shows Canadian Black Friday sales up 6% YoY to $865M, with AI-influenced purchases, BNPL usage, and strong discount-driven demand leading the gains.

Collectors Vault pop-up brings Pokémon, rare collectibles, and immersive fan experiences to CF Toronto Eaton Centre (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Collectors Vault by EB Trends was inspired by a fundamental shift in how Canadians engage with gaming, pop culture, and collectible worlds. 

How Chi Junky founder Rachelle Wintzen built Toronto’s pioneering full-service wellness studio over 12 years

News Mario Toneguzzi -
She’s built one of Toronto’s most enduring studio brands - and a model that has influenced some of the city’s biggest players. 

New survey finds Canadians struggle to understand credit card terms as hidden fees disrupt budgeting: Affirm

News Mario Toneguzzi -
A new Affirm survey shows most Canadians find credit card terms confusing, with hidden fees derailing budgets for 59% of users and growing calls for clearer payment options.

Adelaide Club launches ‘The Retreat,’ Toronto’s newest state-of-the-art recovery and wellness destination

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Adelaide Club unveils The Retreat, a cutting-edge recovery space in downtown Toronto offering HydroMassage, Hyperice Normatec, PEMF therapy, and more as part of its refreshed brand.

Canada Black Friday Sales Rise on Strong Holiday Demand

News Craig Patterson -
Canada Black Friday sales rose 6 percent as shoppers spent more during early holiday deals, with flexible payments and mobile orders driving activity.

Cadillac Fairview Reignites Toronto’s HBC Holiday Windows

News Craig Patterson -
Cadillac Fairview will lease landmark downtown Toronto department store window bays to brands for Holiday 2025, reviving the former Hudson’s Bay/Saks frontage.

Retail sector drags on Canadian economic growth: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The 0.7% contraction in the month was due to declines in most subsectors.

Reimagining Canada’s Former Hudson’s Bay Stores

News Retail Insider -
Canada’s vacant Hudson’s Bay anchors present new potential, with adaptive reuse offering long-term solutions that reshape malls and strengthen communities.

Young Canadians distrust U.S. brands, study finds

News Craig Patterson -
A new survey reveals Gen Z and Millennials have the least trust in American companies, reshaping how cross-border brands engage Canadian consumers.

IKEA Canada to open Abbotsford Plan and order point on December 10

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Plan and order points are one of the many ways IKEA Canada said it has been transforming its business to deliver a seamless retail experience.

Food continues to be excluded from internal trade agreements, despite chronic rising costs

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Restaurants Canada’s own data shows that food costs have gone up 12% over the past two years for foodservice businesses.

DoorDash Welcomes New Retailers, Providing Stress-Free Holiday Shopping

News Mario Toneguzzi -
DoorDash said it connects consumers to more than 150,000 non-restaurant stores globally across its Marketplace and Platform services.

Miraj Hammam Spa Toronto announces reopening of its Signature Hammam after complete transformation

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Located on the Fifth Floor of the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto.

Walmart to Anchor Lime Ridge Mall with New Supercentre

News Lee Rivett -
Walmart will open a 140,000 square foot Supercentre at Hamilton’s Lime Ridge Mall by early 2027 amid a multi-billion dollar Canadian expansion.

Reset Team Founder Bob Arora on Growth and Expansion [Video Interview]

News Retail Insider -
Reset Team’s Bob Arora explains how national retail execution, precision installs, and trained crews help brands scale consistently across Canada.

Pop Mart Enters Canada With Multi-Store Launch Strategy

News Craig Patterson -
Pop Mart expansion in Canada begins with stores in Vancouver and Toronto and plans for rapid nationwide growth through 2026.

Soul Smash Burgers Debuts in Mississauga December 12

News Craig Patterson -
Soul Smash Burgers launches in Mississauga with a tightly focused menu and premium Ontario beef prepared fresh twice daily. The founder has plans for expansion with a simple concept.

Dr. Phone Fix sees revenue growth y/y of more than 14% in Q3

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 2019, Dr. Phone Fix operates 35 corporately owned retail locations across Canada.

Bottega Veneta Unveils New Boutique at Holt Renfrew Vancouver

News Lee Rivett -
Bottega Veneta opens a new boutique at Holt Renfrew Vancouver, debuting its latest store concept and expanded collections in a directly operated space.

Body Shop Canada opens flagship store in Vancouver

News Mario Toneguzzi -
This opening reflects The Body Shop Canada’s continued growth in British Columbia with Pacific Centre becoming its 14th location in the province.

KITS Eyecare expanding retail footprint with Toronto store opening in Q1 2026

News Mario Toneguzzi -
KITS said its decision to expand into Toronto is driven by the momentum of its Vancouver flagship.

Number of Canadians missing credit card payments soaring: Equifax

News Mario Toneguzzi -
1.45 million consumers in Canada missed a credit payment in Q3, more than 46,000 higher than in Q2.

iStore Expands Travel Tech Retail Across Canada and the US

News Craig Patterson -
iStore accelerates growth with new airport stores and automated retail machines across North America as demand for fast travel tech solutions rises.

Canadian Loyalty Programs Enter a New Era of Innovation

News Craig Patterson -
Retailers are rethinking loyalty as shoppers demand value, personalization, and fresh experiences in a fast-changing market.

House of Braids owner on Midtown growth in Saskatoon (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Owner Ngone Dione discusses House of Braids’ Midtown Plaza expansion, challenges with past locations and plans for future growth.

Canadians set to paint Black Friday Maple Leaf Red this year

News Mario Toneguzzi -
62% of Canadians said they plan to go “pro-Canada” this Black Friday

JLL Canada Holiday Retail Survey: Less on gifts, more on experiences, self-treats, and shopping centre visits

News Mario Toneguzzi -
When it comes to where they're headed for holiday shopping and experiences, Canadians are turning to shopping centres, with 90% saying they'll visit at least once this season.

ROYALMOUNT recipient of numerous interior design awards (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Among ROYALMOUNT’s multiple wins, most notably, the property took home the “Award of the Year” for Inclusive Bathrooms (By: Borrallo Interiors + Chrome Design + Lemay).

Eataly Opens 4th Toronto Location at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

News Craig Patterson -
Eataly expands at CF Toronto Eaton Centre with a two-level Italian marketplace featuring restaurants, counters, and a curated retail selection.

Cyber Week Early Signals Show Market Divide

News Retail Insider -
Retailers face diverging holiday pressures as discounting, demand signals, and consumer behaviour shape an uneven Cyber Week and December outlook.
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