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Läderach to Open Bloor Street Store and Expand in Canada

Swiss chocolatier Läderach is opening at 110 Bloor Street West and expanding with new Canadian locations later this year.

Saje Natural Wellness expands retail presence with launch in 1st national retailer, Ulta Beauty

Saje Natural Wellness will be launching at Ulta Beauty with 48 products.

Slate Grocery REIT reports Q2 2025 results, continued demand for retail space

Slate Grocery REIT is an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. reports Q2 2025 results with “great progress” advancing strategic priorities

Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

Canadian Tire Corporation reports “strong” Q2 2025 results

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited has been a Canadian business since 1922.

Shopify delivers “another exceptional quarter” in Q2

Shopify powers millions of businesses in more than 175 countries

CELI Launches Toronto’s 1st Jewelry Store Patio Experience

CELI introduces an experiential patio behind its Queen Street West store, blending jewelry retail with lifestyle and community-driven design.

Claire’s to seek creditor protection in Canada after filing in U.S.

Claire's said its retail stores in North America will remain open and continue to serve customers while the company continues to explore all strategic alternatives.

Realstar Hospitality focuses on national growth, community giving, and franchise empowerment

Realstar Hospitality has a significant footprint across the country.

Spotify’s Canvas format debuts in Canada with Shoppers Drug Mart in innovative retail campaign

Spotify’s integrated format is already showing significant results.

Home Société consolidates e-commerce platforms in strategic digital move (Interview) 

Home Société has not been impacted by recent U.S. tariffs.

CT REIT reports Q2 financial results, announces 2 new investments for $66 million

CT REIT invested $45 million in previously disclosed projects that were completed in the second quarter of 2025, adding 142,000 square feet of incremental GLA to the portfolio

METRO Inc. joins DoorDash, expanding grocery access across Ontario and Quebec

Hundreds of Metro, Food Basics and Super C locations are now live on DoorDash, with the same prices and promotions available online and in-store.

Pet Valu reports Q2 results, raises 2025 outlook and announces CEO succession plan

Pet Valu is Canada’s leading retailer of pet food and pet-related supplies with over 800 corporate-owned or franchised locations across the country.

Shake Shack Accelerates GTA Expansion with 6 New Locations

Shake Shack is opening six new GTA locations, adding local art, Canadian menu exclusives, and over 400 jobs as it deepens its Canadian presence.

Arc’teryx Opens Expanded Robson Street Flagship in Vancouver

Arc’teryx opens a 6,430 sq. ft. flagship on Robson Street in Vancouver, expanding its presence with a modern retail experience.

Why leading retail and beauty brands are using ESG data to drive growth, not just compliance

Sweep is recognized by leading analysts including IDC MarketScape and Verdantix as a leading sustainability data platform that helps businesses measure, manage, and reduce their carbon and ESG impact.

Retailers redefining shelf space and innovation amid economic pressures: EY’s Elliot Morris

Retailers are facing significant shifts in how they utilize shelf space and partner with brands, according to Morris

Ryde Canada’s Kervy Diaz on launching a new wellbeing drink brand and rapid retail expansion

Launched in 2023, Ryde began with a small footprint in Circle K Ontario downtown and has since added Rabba and several independent retailers.

Costco Opens New Rimouski Location, Boosting Local Economy

Costco opens its 24th Quebec warehouse in Rimouski, creating 200 jobs and expanding access for local shoppers and businesses.

Lisa Gozlan Opens 5th Store at Toronto’s Yorkdale

Lisa Gozlan Jewellery debuts its fifth location at Yorkdale Shopping Centre, expanding its stylish Canadian presence with elevated jewelry collections.

Canada’s Agri-Food Sector Hit by 35% U.S. Tariff After Ottawa Stalls

Canada’s agri-food industry faces a 35% U.S. tariff, raising costs and risking market access after Ottawa missed its chance to negotiate relief.

Hike in U.S. tariffs will harm small businesses in Canada

CFIB is calling on government to release the billions that have been collected by Canada’s retaliatory tariffs

Läderach expands with Cadillac Fairview shopping centres and Bloor Street chocolateries

Operating since 1962 and with the reigning World Chocolate Master at its helm, Läderach is the largest chocolate retailer in Switzerland with 200 chocolatiers across 21 countries worldwide and online.

Cascadia Collection Opens at YVR with 1st Airport Listening Room

WHSmith debuts Cascadia Collection at YVR, blending travel essentials, local products, luxury resale, and an industry-first listening room.

Canadian Holiday 2025 Retail Outlook: Deals, AI, and Value-Driven Shoppers

Canadian shoppers plan for Cyber Week splurges, loyalty perks, and personalized AI shopping this holiday season amid economic pressures.

Canadian Retailers Embrace Bold Mannequin Trends

Mannequin trends in Canada are shifting toward storytelling, diversity, and premium designs to elevate visual merchandising and boost sales.

Payroll employment on the rise in the retail sector: Statistics Canada

Prior to the increase in May, payroll employment in the retail trade sector had recorded a cumulative decline of 16,700 (-0.8%) from January to April, said Statistics Canada.

Retail trade sector contracts as Canadian economy declines: Statistics Canada

The retail trade sector contracted 1.2% in May, as activity in 7 of 12 subsectors decreased, said Statistics Canada.

Canada Goose sees revenue increase in Q1

Canada Goose saw total revenue increase 22.4% from last year

Primaris REIT reports strong tenant demand across its portfolio

Primaris is Canada’s only enclosed shopping centre focused REIT, with ownership interests in leading enclosed shopping centres located in growing Canadian markets.

1 in 4 consumers lose money due to poor customer support: Gradient Labs survey

Some 75% of consumers rank long waiting times as a major customer service frustration, with 52% believing companies intentionally complicate the process, according to Gradient Labs.

Weston Family to Donate Hudson’s Bay Company Royal Charter

The Weston family plans to donate HBC’s 1670 Royal Charter to the Canadian Museum of History, preserving a key piece of Canada’s heritage.

Hudson’s Bay Pushes Ahead on Ruby Liu Lease Deal Amid Dispute

Hudson’s Bay seeks court approval to transfer 25 leases to Ruby Liu despite landlord opposition and questions over her retail experience.

CF Fairview Pointe Claire celebrates six decades of community, memories, and retail connection

As the first enclosed shopping centre on the West Island, and the second-largest mall in all of Canada at the time, it quickly became a landmark, a legacy that continues to define CF Fairview Pointe Claire as a vital community hub today.

Transforming Toronto’s Waterfront: Transit, Retail, and Vibrancy [Video Interview]

Craig, Tim Kocur and Dorsa Alizadeh-Shabani discuss summer vibrancy, transformative developments, retail growth, transit upgrades, and placemaking initiatives along Toronto’s Waterfront.

Staples Canada marks 20 years of giving with 2025 School Supply Drive fundraiser

Now in its 20th year, this fundraising initiative helps students from coast to coast overcome obstacles by ensuring they head back to the classroom with the supplies and support they need to succeed, said Staples.

Specsavers to open 111 new optical locations in Loblaw grocery stores across Canada

Specsavers is an optometrist-owned business that entered the Canadian market in late 2021.

Jersey Mike’s Subs opening in Regina as a springboard to Canadian expansion West

This opening marks Redberry's 13th Jersey Mike's location.

Freed & Freed’s Legacy with HBC Stripes Lives On

Freed & Freed reflects on more than a decade of designing HBC stripes and its proud role in shaping a Canadian fashion icon, with eyes on a future beyond HBC.

Canadian Prime Day Sales Surged 9% as Shoppers Seek Deals

Canadian retailers saw 9% sales growth during Prime Day 2025, with strong late-week gains as shoppers hunted for discounts despite economic pressures.

Loblaw Plans Canada’s Largest Rooftop Solar Project

Loblaw will install Canada’s largest rooftop solar system at its East Gwillimbury Distribution Centre, generating 8.5M kWh annually by 2026.

DoorDash Faces Legal Action in Canada Over Hidden Delivery Fee

Competition Bureau accuses DoorDash of deceptive drip pricing, alleging nearly $1B in hidden fees from Canadian consumers.

Small Canadian exporters are covering cost of U.S. tariffs: CFIB

CFIB said it sent a letter to the federal government, urging it to consider several options to providing financial relief to businesses.

Home Société Group launches new unified e-commerce platform

Home Société Group is a leader in mid to high-end interior and exterior furnishings, with 17 existing stores across Quebec and Ontario (Toronto and Ottawa).

Demand for experience drives most new store openings: JLL report

Dining remains the main driver of retail expansion, with more than 40% of the opening announcements, said JLL

Uniqlo Announces 4 Canadian Stores Including 1st in Victoria 

Uniqlo adds four new stores in Victoria, Edmonton, Calgary, and Quebec City, marking a milestone in its Canadian expansion strategy.

AFA Expo 2025 – August 12-14 in Toronto

Canada’s leading fashion trade event is preparing to welcome retailers, buyers, and suppliers from coast to coast this summer, as the AFA Expo returns to the Toronto Congress Centre from August 12-14, 2025.

Foodservice outlook improves slightly in Q2, but remains fragile amid trade tensions and cost volatility: Restaurants Canada

Restaurants are a $120 billion industry employing nearly 1.2 million Canadians and the number one source of first-time jobs in Canada

Odd Burger appoints new CFO, announces grand opening of 2nd Edmonton location

Odd Burger Corporation is a franchised vegan fast-food restaurant chain and food technology company that manufactures a proprietary line of plant-based protein and dairy alternatives.