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

News Mario Toneguzzi -
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.

Canadian Delivery Trends: Cravings and AI influence on ordering behaviour

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Nearly all Canadians (96%) have ordered delivery to satisfy a craving and 63% placed a last-minute delivery order in the last month, says DoorDash

WeCook partners with Schwartz for one-day immersive pop-up in Toronto

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Two new meals created by WeCook's Executive Chef Gabriel Drapeau (former Executive Chef of Joe Beef Group) featuring Schwartz’s beloved smoked meat will be available at the pop-up

Healthy Planet launches “Good Food Drive” to fight childhood hunger across Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Recognizing that one in three food bank clients in Canada is a child, Healthy Planet said it is taking meaningful action by donating nutritious, minimally processed food to help support the health and well-being of children in need. 

2025 Small Business Marketing Trends: Digital strategies, community focus, and the rise of AI

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Small business owners in the retail space are doubling down on their digital marketing efforts, with an eye towards creating unique customer experiences.

Affirm and New Look Vision Group partner to offer flexible payment options across leading eyewear retailers in Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
New Look Vision Group has a network of 476 locations operating mainly under the Iris, New Look Eyewear, Vogue Optical and Greiche & Scaff banners

Clé de Peau Beauté welcomes Nicole Kidman as its new Global Brand Ambassador

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Clé de Peau Beauté, a luxury brand of Shiseido Co., Ltd., was established in 1982.

YM Inc. Takes Over 5 Former Saks OFF 5TH Stores in Canada

News Craig Patterson -
YM acquires five former Saks OFF 5TH leases amid HBC’s CCAA process, as Ruby Liu’s bid for 25 stores faces mounting scrutiny.

Birks releases fiscal 2025 results: net sales down, net loss of $12.8 million

News Mario Toneguzzi -
For the fiscal year, Birks reported net sales of $177.8 million, a decrease of $7.5 million or 4.0%, from the comparable fiscal year ended March 30, 2024.

Canadian Grocers Under Fire for Maple-Washing

News Sylvain Charlebois -
Canadian grocers face backlash over misleading food origin labels as consumers demand transparency and accountability.

Canadian Retail Sales Show Shifts in Consumer Behaviour

News Retail Insider -
May retail sales reveal strong grocery gains, jewellery growth, and ongoing challenges for convenience stores in a changing Canadian market.

From Bartender to Beauty Franchise Powerhouse: The Entrepreneurial Rise of Kyla Dufresne and Foxy Box

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Kyla Dufresne started her business with a massage table in her dining room

Arlington’s $450M Vision and the 17th Avenue SW Revival: A Street Transformed (Images)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
In 2025 alone, 33 new businesses have opened, and the majority are retail on 17th Avenue SW

Restaurants Canada backs Premiers’ call for faster work permits for asylum seekers, immigration reform

News Mario Toneguzzi -
A collaborative federal-provincial framework that is responsive to regional realities is essential, says Restaurants Canada

St. Laurent Shopping Centre transforming the retail experience in Ottawa

News Mario Toneguzzi -
St. Laurent is an approximately 870,000 square foot regional shopping centre which welcomes 7.5 million visitors annually. 

Simons to open 1st Toronto store at Yorkdale Shopping Centre on August 14

News Mario Toneguzzi -
There are 17 Simons stores - 10 in Quebec, including the company's head office in Quebec City; three in Alberta; one in British Columbia; one in Nova Scotia; and soon four in Ontario.

Retail sales decline in May: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
32% of retail businesses were impacted by the trade tensions in May, compared with 36% in April, said Statistics Canada

A&W Food Services of Canada announces Q2 results for Fiscal 2025

News Mario Toneguzzi -
A&W opened four new restaurants in the quarter

Loewe Opens Experiential Perfume Pop-Up at Holt Renfrew Toronto

News Craig Patterson -
Loewe debuts a 2,000 sq. ft. perfume pop-up at Holt Renfrew Bloor Street, its only North American installation of this scale.

Loblaw reports revenue growth of 5.2% in Q2

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Loblaw is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, and the nation’s largest retailer.

Alpine Park retail taking shape as demand for suburban development surges: CBRE’s Alistair Corbett (Images)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Alpine Park is a $2.5 billion mixed-use development by Dream Unlimited.

Chick-fil-A Canada Tests New App Exclusively at CF Shops at Don Mills Location

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Chick-fil-A Canada App is a free app that allows you to view the Chick-fil-A menu, place mobile orders, earn rewards on mobile orders and redeem rewards for menu items. 

Ossington Avenue Retail Booms Amid Unprecedented Demand

News Craig Patterson -
Ossington Avenue retail sees soaring demand and record-low vacancies, solidifying its spot as Toronto’s trendiest shopping and dining destination.

The Brick Unveils New Concept Store in Richmond, BC

News Craig Patterson -
The Brick opens a 43,000-square-foot concept showroom in Richmond, BC, offering furniture, appliances, and electronics in a modern setting.

Canadians readjusting their spending in response to rising tariffs (Video)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadians making intentional shifts in their spending

Birdhouse Wingerie & Bar sees strong growth following Centropolis opening (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
With its flagship location in Montreal’s West Island thriving since opening four years ago, Birdhouse is now setting its sights on new markets and formats.

University District nears halfway mark in development with retail buzz and new tenants

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The massive mixed-use University District project in Calgary continues to gain momentum, with development nearing the halfway point and a wave of new retailers and tenants sparking fresh excitement in the growing urban community.

Retailers increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, says cybersecurity expert

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Cybercriminals are zeroing in on retailers with increasingly sophisticated attacks designed to cause maximum disruption—and force multimillion-dollar payouts.

Mine & Yours Opens at The Well, Expanding Toronto Presence

News Craig Patterson -
Mine & Yours has launched a new resale fashion pop-up at The Well in Toronto, growing its sustainable luxury footprint in a high-traffic downtown destination.

Dollarama completes acquisition of Australian discount retailer The Reject Shop

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Dollarama has 1,638 locations across Canada.

Holt Renfrew Launching 1st Muskoka Pop-Up Store

News Craig Patterson -
Holt Renfrew marks a Canadian summer with pop-ups in Muskoka, Calgary, and Montreal, highlighting national pride and curated luxury experiences.

Goodfood reports Q3 2025 net sales of $31 million, gross profit of $14 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $3 million

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Goodfood launched Heat & Eat meal solutions in the quarter

François Roberge reflects on 44 Years in retail and the rise of la Vie en Rose

News Mario Toneguzzi -
From 23 stores in 1995, la Vie en Rose has grown to 426 stores internationally under Roberge's leadership

From Dealership to Design: Calgary entrepreneur Malika Rajani balances fashion and automotive worlds

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Rajani's outerwear line is gaining increasing visibility

eBay Canada launches Entrepreneur of the Year Awards

News Mario Toneguzzi -
eBay’s Entrepreneur of the Year Awards recognize small business owners who embody the innovation, determination, and passion of its seller community.

RH Opens Experiential Showroom at Royalmount in Montreal

News Craig Patterson -
RH unveils its second large-format Canadian gallery at Royalmount in Montreal, marking the brand’s debut in Quebec with a full lifestyle experience.

Business and consumer confidence remain subdued: Bank of Canada surveys

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Bank of Canada said the sales outlook remains pessimistic

Skip partnering with Dollarama

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Skip started in 2012 as a local start-up in the Prairies and has grown into a Canadian technology success story

Balenciaga Opens 1st Quebec Store at Royalmount in Montreal

News Craig Patterson -
Balenciaga has opened its first Quebec store at Montreal’s Royalmount, marking the brand’s fifth standalone location in Canada.

Rawcology Launches at Costco in Western Canada

News Craig Patterson -
Rawcology debuts an exclusive 600g grain-free blueberry granola at 38 Costco warehouses across Western Canada, marking a major expansion for the brand.

New hospitality group Gaia House launched in Vancouver

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Named after the ancient Greek goddess of the Earth, Gaia symbolizes creation, nourishment, and interconnectedness – values at the heart of everything they do.

Canada’s income gap hits record high as low-income wages decline: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The highest income households gained from investments, while the lowest income households' wages declined, said Statistics Canada

Choice Properties REIT releases financial results

News Mario Toneguzzi -
“Choice Properties delivered another solid quarter, reflecting the strength of our portfolio and disciplined financial strategy.”

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s indoor-outdoor, lakeside thermal bathing destination set to debut

News Mario Toneguzzi -
 BASIN Glacial Waters, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise's highly anticipated thermal bathing destination will officially open on September 15. The debut of the world class, indoor-outdoor...

Back-to-School prices set to rise 12–15% as tariffs hit school supplies

News Mario Toneguzzi -
School staples like backpacks, lunchboxes, pencils, tech accessories, and even glue sticks are particularly vulnerable, as they often rely on imported inputs

Canadian business sentiment likely stabilized in Q2 after earlier deterioration

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Bank of Canada’s Business Outlook Survey on Monday is expected to show early signs of stabilization in businesses’ expectations for future sales, input prices and hiring in Q2

White Spruce Partners secures Jimmy John’s multi-store expansion to Manitoba and the 1st Canadian drive-thru

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 1983, Jimmy John’s is a fast-casual sandwich chain known for its fresh ingredients, baked-daily bread, and trademark “Freaky Fast®” service.

Loblaw increases products carrying ‘T’ symbol impacted by tariffs

News Mario Toneguzzi -
In June 2025, food prices in Canada rose by 2.8% compared to last year, said Loblaw

Delancey Sports Blends Retail and Arcade Fun in Cottage Country

News Craig Patterson -
Delancey Sports is redefining sporting goods retail in Ontario’s cottage country with curated brands, speakeasy-style arcades, and a new Roots collaboration celebrating local pride.

ATACZ opening first retail store in CF Richmond Centre

News Mario Toneguzzi -
ATACZ is a Vancouver-based, zero-waste fashion brand that transforms recycled plastic bottles into sleek, functional bags.
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