SPOTLIGHT ARTICLES

Make-or-Break Canada Day weekend set to deliver 30%+ boost for Canada’s bar and restaurant owners: Square

News Mario Toneguzzi -
A new survey commissioned by Square found that 72% of Canadians plan to spend more time vacationing in Canada and enjoying local restaurants this year

Reitmans (Canada) Limited reports “disappointing” Q1 financial results

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Reitmans operates 394 stores under three distinct banners consisting of 225 Reitmans, 86 PENN., and 83 RW&CO

Hudson’s Bay to Rename Following Canadian Tire Deal

News Craig Patterson -
Hudson’s Bay Company ULC will change its legal name after selling brand rights to Canadian Tire, as part of the retailer’s court-supervised restructuring.

Court to Rule on Hudson’s Bay Lease Sale to Ruby Liu

News Craig Patterson -
On June 23, the court will review Hudson’s Bay’s lease assignments to Central Walk, led by Ruby Liu, as part of the retailer’s restructuring under creditor protection.

Fazoli’s debuts 1st international location in Canada – in Calgary

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 1988 in Lexington, Ky., Fazoli's franchises and operates approximately 200 restaurants in 26 states, making it the largest QSR Italian chain in America.

Building safer retail environments: How security monitoring enhances employee well-being (Opinion)

News Retail Insider -
One powerful and often underutilized strategy to enhance employee safety and morale is the deployment of comprehensive outdoor and indoor security monitoring

Zvelle Reinvents as Men’s Luxury Shoe Brand

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto-based Zvelle pivots to men’s luxury footwear with handcrafted Italian shoes, led by founder Elle AyoubZadeh’s bold creative vision.

LI/NE Turns Upcycled Sailcloth Into Canadian Fashion

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto brand LI/NE transforms discarded sailcloth into unique bags, blending sustainability, craftsmanship, and Canadian design in the fashion market.

DAVIDsTEA delivers strong start to fiscal 2025 with higher margins and profitability gains in Q1

News Mario Toneguzzi -
DAVIDsTEA is preparing to launch new retail locations this fall—an important milestone in its broader growth strategy

Groupe Dynamite reports 10th consecutive quarter of positive comparable store sales growth 

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Groupe Dynamite operates retail stores and digital experiences under two complementary and spirited banners—GARAGE and DYNAMITE

Canada-U.S. tariff clash reshapes business: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
According to Statistics Canada, “Among all businesses, 7 in 10 (70.0%) reported being either very optimistic or somewhat optimistic about their outlook over the next 12 months.”

Primaris Acquires CF Lime Ridge in Hamilton for $416M

News Craig Patterson -
Primaris REIT has acquired CF Lime Ridge Mall in Hamilton for $416 million from Cadillac Fairview. The deal boosts the REIT's national footprint and unlocks leasing opportunities.

Carriage Trade Doubles in Size in Toronto

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto’s Carriage Trade boutique expands to 6,000 square feet with a grand reopening, refreshed design, and launch of a Canadian designer showcase program.

Genco Acquires Kroeger Canada Following Bankruptcy Filing

News Craig Patterson -
Genco International LLC acquires the assets of Kroeger Inc. after its NOI and subsequent bankruptcy. Relaunched as Kroeger Marketing to serve North America.

DoorDash and PC Optimum reward Canadians with new loyalty integration

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Since its founding in 2013, DoorDash has expanded to over 30 countries, using technology and logistics to shape the future of commerce.

Canadian household net worth rises: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Households were wealthier in the first quarter of 2025, despite headwinds of economic uncertainty and volatile markets, says Statistics Canada.

Walmart Canada lowers price on hundreds of key staple items

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Walmart Canada is has more than 400 stores nationwide serving 1.5 million customers each day.

Watch for Overpriced Fruit This Summer in Canada

News Sylvain Charlebois -
Some Canadian retailers are charging excessive prices for summer fruit. Seasonal pricing should be fair — and consumers are right to call out abuse, says Sylvain Charlebois. 

Shayne Stephens on the Rise and Fall of Saks in Canada

News Craig Patterson -
Former Marketing Director Shayne Stephens reveals the inside story of Saks Fifth Avenue’s bold Canadian launch, rapid growth, and sudden collapse amid Hudson’s Bay’s liquidation.

Paddle & Pickle Expands Pickleball Retail in Quebec

News Craig Patterson -
Paddle & Pickle in Bromont, Quebec is redefining specialty retail, blending pickleball equipment sales with community engagement and Canadian manufacturing ambitions.

OCHE brings a pub and play social gaming experience to Toronto

News Mario Toneguzzi -
OCHE is creating a vibrant hub that blends community, competition, and connection.

Roots business “trending well”: CEO Meghan Roach

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Roots will be opening a new store on Robson Street in Vancouver this summer. It’s also doing a major renovation of its store in Mont Tremblant, which should also be completed this summer.

Toronto’s Waterfront BIA Sees New Wave of Retail Growth Amid Development Surge

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto’s Waterfront BIA is driving a retail revival as new businesses, residential towers, and public initiatives reshape the city’s fast-growing shoreline.

Harden announces strategic sale of the 3rd phase of Méga Centre Notre-Dame

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Harden-RioCan partnership is reinvesting in the retail component of the property following the sale.

Knix Reopens CF Rideau Centre Store in Ottawa

News Craig Patterson -
Knix reopens its Ottawa store at CF Rideau Centre with a new self-service retail format and elevated store design reflecting its evolving retail strategy.

Consumer spending on the rise: RBC

News Mario Toneguzzi -
RBC said overall spending remained solid in May, but key categories showed signs of cooling compared to April.

Stock T.C. to Open in Former Pusateri’s Space in Yorkville

News Craig Patterson -
Stock T.C. is expanding into Toronto’s Yorkville, taking over the former Pusateri’s space at Bay and Yorkville. The move brings gourmet food retail back to a prime luxury location.

Celebrating World Franchise Day (Video)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The CFA represents 700 corporate members and over 40,000 franchisees

Roger Dubuis Opens Boutique at Maison Birks Vancouver

News Craig Patterson -
Roger Dubuis launches its second Canadian boutique inside Maison Birks Downtown Vancouver, showcasing luxury Swiss watches in a 500 sq ft street-facing space.

% Arabica Expands in Toronto with Sherway, Square One Stores

News Craig Patterson -
Japanese coffee brand % Arabica opens new Toronto-area locations at Sherway Gardens and Square One, expanding its minimalist design and premium coffee concept in Canada.

Downtown Yonge BIA unveils 2025 Summer Destination Lineup

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Downtown Yonge neighbourhood is set to offer something for everyone—families, friends, and young adults alike.

Dollarama opens 22 net new stores in Q1 2026

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

Second Cup Opens New Location at Kipling GO in Toronto

News Craig Patterson -
Second Cup opens its 179th Canadian café at Kipling GO Transit Bus Terminal in Etobicoke, expanding under Foodtastic's ownership.

Starbucks rallies 14,000 North America coffeehouse leaders to accelerate its ‘Back to Starbucks’ strategy

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Starbucks is "refocusing on what has always set us apart."

Segway unveils upgraded online store in Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Segway was recently named No. 1 in global electric kick-scooter (eKickScooter) sales with more than 13 million sold worldwide

Staples Canada releases annual Community Impact and Sustainability Report

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Over the past 20 years, Staples' focus on corporate citizenship has included ambitious recycling and sustainability goals, supporting equity programs in communities across Canada, and providing educational resources to students in need

Skip partners with PetSmart to launch on-demand delivery nationwide

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadians can now order over 15,000 PetSmart products directly on Skip, ranging from premium food and litter to toys and accessories

IKEA Canada revamps loyalty rewards program

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Last year, IKEA Canada welcomed 32.6 million visitors to its stores

Kit and Ace Opens Storefront at Metropolis at Metrotown

News Craig Patterson -
Kit and Ace continues its Canadian expansion with a new pop-up store at Metropolis at Metrotown in Burnaby, part of its 2025 growth strategy.

Shortage of applicants, mismatched job expectations among key hiring challenges for small businesses: CFIB

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The CFIB is Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses with 100,000 members across every industry and region.

Public Butter Opens Landmark Vintage Store in Kensington

News Craig Patterson -
Toronto’s Public Butter expands into Kensington Market with its largest vintage store, offering sustainable fashion and curated finds for a growing customer base.

The End of Saks Fifth Avenue in Canada

News Craig Patterson -
Saks Fifth Avenue has closed all Canadian stores as part of Hudson’s Bay Company’s liquidation, ending its decade-long presence in Canada.

Canadian Tire Anchors $200M Canada Square Redevelopment

News Craig Patterson -
Oxford, CT REIT, and Canadian Tire launch a $200M redevelopment of Canada Square in Toronto, featuring modernized offices, retail, and improved transit access.

HUGO BOSS Opens New Store at Montreal’s Royalmount

News Craig Patterson -
HUGO BOSS opens its latest Canadian store at Royalmount in Montreal, blending modern design, full collections, and its Aston Martin partnership.

Mandy’s Salads to Open First Vancouver Location

News Craig Patterson -
Mandy’s Salads is opening its first Vancouver location at Rogers Tower in Coal Harbour, part of the brand’s nationwide expansion.

sohoConcept Marks 25 Years with First Pop-Up in Toronto

News Craig Patterson -
sohoConcept celebrates 25 years with its first-ever pop-up at 300 King Street East in Toronto's King East Design District, showcasing new collections and connecting with clients.

Oak + Fort Files for Creditor Protection Amid Debt Crisis

News Craig Patterson -
Vancouver-based retailer Oak + Fort enters creditor protection as U.S. tariffs, rapid expansion, and weak consumer spending drive financial restructuring efforts.

Amazon launches YXX1 Storage and Distribution Centre in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Amazon facility is 825,000 square feet.

Ritz-Carlton Montreal and Holt Renfrew Launch Capsule

News Craig Patterson -
The Ritz-Carlton Montreal and Holt Renfrew Ogilvy launch an exclusive capsule collection blending heritage and modern luxury, available June 17 in Montreal.

Motor vehicle sales spark increase in retail sales: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Statistics Canada said advanced estimates indicate retail sales rose by 5.8% in April.
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