SPOTLIGHT ARTICLES

Montréal Welcomes Québec’s First Social Thermal Station

News Craig Patterson -
RECESS opens in Griffintown as Québec’s first social thermal station, blending thermotherapy, community, and art into an urban wellness ritual.

Harry Rosen opening this Fall reimagined First Canadian Place location in downtown Toronto (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Harry Rosen's reimagined store in Downtown Toronto was designed to be a hub for luxury menswear and professional style.

Alpenhaus marks first year, eyes European expansion

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Alpenhaus celebrates one year with strong U.S. growth and plans for European expansion, says founder Alan Pivovar.

Edmonton retail market shows strength amid changing trends, Avison Young reports

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Despite evolving market dynamics, Edmonton's retail sector remains resilient with strong tenant demand, rising consumer spending, and steady development. Avison Young highlights key trends shaping the city's retail future.

Taco Bell Canada plans to double locations

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Taco Bell Canada aims to double its store count and expand menu items to meet Gen Z demand, says general manager Matt Shaw.

Income gap in Canada holds at record high in Q2 2025: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Statistics Canada reports Canada's income and wealth gaps stayed high in Q2 2025 as economic weakness hit household savings and real estate values.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program use drops 50%

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Statistics Canada reports a major drop in TFW Program applications, highlighting trends in the labor market and employer reliance.

Canadian businesses urge tax reform, capital access: KPMG

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadian firms want tax relief, financing options and trade diversification in the 2025 federal budget, KPMG Canada survey shows.

Chatters Hair Salon Launches New National Rewards Program

News Craig Patterson -
Chatters Hair Salon launches a Canada-wide rewards program this October, enhancing value for customers while driving retail and service growth.

Canadian Tire Corporation experiences data breach

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadian Tire announces a data breach affecting e-commerce customer information. Learn more about the incident and updates.

Downtown Calgary Hudson’s Bay building added to National Trust for Canada’s Endangered Places List 2025

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The historic Hudson's Bay Company building in downtown Calgary, a 1913 Edwardian landmark on Stephen Avenue, faces an “immediate threat” as it lacks heritage designation. The National Trust for Canada has added it to its 2025 Endangered Places List to spotlight its risk of demolition and call for urgent preservation.

Good Earth to expand into former Starbucks locations

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Good Earth Coffeehouse plans to acquire former Starbucks sites in Canada, aiming to grow its community-focused café network in key urban markets.

Simpsons Signage Reappears at Former Hudson’s Bay Flagship on Queen Street

News Craig Patterson -
Historic Simpsons signage re-emerges at Toronto’s former Hudson’s Bay Queen Street store as Cadillac Fairview begins removal work on the vacant site.

Circle K launches Hero Day to support Children’s Hospitals

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Circle K stores in Ontario will donate all proceeds from select items to local children's hospital foundations.

Canadian holiday spending to rise 3% amid economic uncertainty, Deloitte finds

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Despite persistent inflation and recession fears, Canadians are prioritizing value and smart shopping this holiday season. Trends include earlier spending, AI-powered gift searches, and a shift toward experiential gifts, says Deloitte.

MTY reports lower Q3 profit, higher store openings

News Mario Toneguzzi -
MTY reports third-quarter financial results for fiscal 2025 with a net income decline despite revenue growth in operations.

Richelieu Hardware reports Q3 growth, acquisitions

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Richelieu Hardware posts 6.7% Q3 sales growth, adds $22M in annual sales through two acquisitions, and declares quarterly dividend of $0.1533.

Oakridge Park Confirms Luxury Lineup for Spring 2026

News Craig Patterson -
Oakridge Park unveils a curated mix of global flagships, lifestyle brands, and cultural amenities, positioning Vancouver for a major retail moment in spring 2026.

Smeg Opens 1st Canadian Showroom on Bloor St. in Toronto

News Craig Patterson -
Italian appliance brand Smeg debuts its first Canadian showroom in Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville, featuring a live kitchen and the world’s first Smeg café.

Canada adds 60,000 jobs in September: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canada’s job market rebounded in September with 60,000 new jobs, led by gains in full-time and core-aged employment, says Statistics Canada.

FYE Ultraclub brings burlesque nightlife to Toronto (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
FYE Ultraclub opens in Toronto with burlesque shows, aerial acts, DJ Tay James and a menu by Chef Robert Rainford, promising an immersive nightlife experience.

STOTT PILATES to open Toronto flagship in 2026

News Mario Toneguzzi -
STOTT PILATES will open its global flagship studio and academy in Toronto in January 2026, offering new programs and an innovative membership model.

Nearly nine in 10 small businesses want reforms to Canada Post: CFIB

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canada Post needs major reforms to make sure it becomes financially viable, says the CFIB.

Reality TV drives Canada’s streaming & ad trends in 2025

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Reality TV is reshaping Canadian streaming. Roku data shows 85% reach via ads as viewers shift to FAST and AVOD formats for must-watch unscripted content.

Winston Churchill Painting Leads Hudson’s Bay Auction

News Craig Patterson -
A Winston Churchill painting headlines Heffel’s Hudson’s Bay Company Collection auction, featuring rare Canadian art and historic artifacts.

Aritzia releases Q2 financial results, net revenue of $812 million, up 32% from a year ago

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Aritzia reported net revenue growth of $812 million, a 32% increase from a year ago.

Silverts acquires IZ Adaptive, opens Toronto hub

News Craig Patterson -
Silverts acquires IZ Adaptive and opens a Toronto distribution centre to speed Canadian deliveries while expanding inclusive design leadership.

Altea announces major expansion into Edmonton with new 125,000-square-foot wellness & fitness flagship (Images)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Altea Active is a Canadian luxury fitness + wellness brand delivering a comprehensive experience that fuses boutique studio classes, premium strength & cardio, recovery amenities, and vibrant social community into a single membership.

Adopt expands across Canada with 3 new perfume stores—more coming in 2026

News Mario Toneguzzi -
French fragrance brand Adopt opens 3 new stores in Quebec, bringing its Canadian total to 6. With plans to expand into Ontario and New Brunswick in 2026, Adopt is on track for rapid national growth.

Fairgrounds Secures Series A Funding to Drive National Expansion

News Craig Patterson -
Fairgrounds lands Series A funding led by Back Forty to expand its design-led pickleball and padel clubs across Canada starting Fall 2025.

Restaurants Canada Warns Over BC Liquor Strike

News Craig Patterson -
Restaurants Canada urges urgent action as BC liquor strike drains bar and restaurant inventories across the province.

Landlords Highlight Retail Resilience and Evolution at JLL Retail Spotlight

News Craig Patterson -
Oxford Properties and La Caisse leaders discuss retail resilience, placemaking, and innovation at JLL’s ICSC Toronto event.

Dilawri opens Genesis flagship in Vancouver

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Dilawri launches B.C.'s first Genesis GRX dealership in Vancouver, featuring luxury design, EV-ready service bays, and concierge experiences.

Sukoshi Mart Scales North American Footprint

News Craig Patterson -
Canadian retailer Sukoshi Mart accelerates North American expansion, opening stores in top malls and rebranding with a new beauty-focused identity.

President’s Choice joins The Morning Show on Global as sponsor

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Morning Show announces President’s Choice as its exclusive beverage sponsor, featuring custom segments and branded content through December 2025.

Roots Modernizes Vaughan Mills and Mont-Tremblant Stores

News Craig Patterson -
Roots renovates its Vaughan Mills and Mont-Tremblant locations, blending heritage with modern design to enhance the Canadian brand experience.

Halloween spending trends in Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Explore the evolving landscape of Halloween spending in Canada, a rapidly growing retail moment boosting local businesses.

Chaiiwala of London expands across Canada quickly

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Chaiiwala is transforming the café scene in Canada. Learn how this brand celebrates authentic chai and fosters connections.

LOJEL partners with UNHCR for The Simplest Act

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Explore LOJEL's new partnership with UNHCR in The Simplest Act campaign, supporting displaced artisans with unique products.

Empire Company Limited supports child and youth mental health

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Empire marks a milestone in child and youth mental health. Discover the achievements and future goals of this initiative.

IKEA to Close Scarborough Town Centre Store in 2026

News Craig Patterson -
IKEA will close its Scarborough Town Centre store in early 2026 amid shifting consumer behaviour toward online shopping.

Artigiano opens at Phibbs Exchange in Vancouver with Express Cafe for commuters (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Phibbs Exchange is Artigiano’s 22nd location.

Fitness World Charts Bold Franchise Expansion Across Canada

News Craig Patterson -
Fitness World CEO Chris Smith outlines plans for franchise expansion across Canada, focusing on growth, inclusivity, and community-driven wellness.

Jaybird Studio Expands in Vancouver with NYC Plans Ahead

News Craig Patterson -
Jaybird Studio expands in Vancouver’s Kingsway while preparing for multi-location growth in Toronto and New York City.

Urban Barn launches 2025 “Blanket the Country” campaign

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in Vancouver in 1990, Urban Barn, 100% Canadian-owned, now operates 54 stores from coast to coast.

Walmart launches Everyday Low Prices campaign

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Walmart recently revealed that with everyday low prices a Canadian family of four can save, on average, more than $450 per year when they do their weekly shop at Walmart as compared to any other major grocery store.

Home Société rebrands to MUST SOCIÉTÉ, unifying its multi-brand retail experience

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Groupe Must Société is a leader in mid to high-end interior and exterior furnishings with 16 existing stores across Quebec and Ontario.

Primaris REIT announces $565 Million acquisition of Promenades St-Bruno shopping centre

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

Edo Japan Accelerates Canadian Expansion to New Markets

News Craig Patterson -
Edo Japan grows across Canada with significant expansion in Ontario and Quebec, as a proudly Canadian brand modernizes menus, design and digital.

Morguard Launches Smart Building Living Labs 

News Lee Rivett -
Morguard partners with CENGN and Nokia to launch Smart Building Living Labs in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa to accelerate AI and IoT innovation.
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