SPOTLIGHT ARTICLES

Taza breaks ground on Real Canadian Superstore at Buffalo Run

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Spanning 1,200 acres, Taza is one of North America’s most significant First Nation Development projects.

Retailers turn to predictive tech and mobile-first strategies amid ongoing uncertainty

News Mario Toneguzzi -
 In a world where unpredictability has become the norm, retailers are adapting with tech-first strategies to navigate everything from trade wars and tariffs to inflation and supply chain issues.

Loblaw Pulls Folgers Coffee Over Price Dispute

News Craig Patterson -
Loblaw is removing Folgers coffee from shelves after rejecting the manufacturer’s price hikes, citing efforts to protect Canadian consumers amid soaring coffee costs.

RONA mobilizes in support of communities affected by forest fires in Western Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Until June 30, RONA+ and RONA corporate stores in Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan will be collecting donations for victims of the forest fires that have been raging in these provinces over the past few days.

Buy Canadian movement gains momentum as consumers shift

News Mario Toneguzzi -
In the face of growing economic uncertainty and political tensions, a clear message is emerging from consumers: support homegrown products or go without

Rennaï launches Clinique Le 1620 at Royalmount – Canada’s 1st in-store medical aesthetics clinic

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Rennaï is Canada's premium destination for elevated beauty and self-care

Corbeil Appliances lowers prices and expands consumer protections to support Canadians amid inflation

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 1949, Corbeil is a 100% Quebec-owned company held by Amiel Group since 2017.

Krispy Kreme Expands in Montreal with 2 New Stores

News Craig Patterson -
Krispy Kreme is expanding in Montreal with a Hot Light Theatre Shop in Laval and a new location at Montreal Eaton Centre's renovated food court.

Bank of Canada holding interest rates steady

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3% and the deposit rate at 2.70%.

Court Approves Hudson’s Bay-RioCan JV Receivership

News Craig Patterson -
Ontario court approves RioCan's receivership for 12 Hudson’s Bay joint venture properties, with FTI Consulting appointed to oversee redevelopment.

VinFast Shuttering Half of Canadian Stores Amid EV Slowdown

News Craig Patterson -
VinFast is closing five of its 10 Canadian stores due to weak EV sales and incentive cuts. The automaker is reassessing its direct-to-consumer strategy.

80,000 new jobs, $5.4B in savings by removing GST on food: Restaurants Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Restaurants Canada is a national, not-for-profit association advancing Canada’s diverse and dynamic foodservice industry.

MOVATI begins construction on fourth Edmonton fitness club

News Mario Toneguzzi -
MOVATI said it is poised to bring its transformative fitness experience to even more Edmontonians.

RCC: 2025 Excellence in Retailing Awards winners

News Mario Toneguzzi -
RCC membership extends across the country, embracing over 54,000 storefronts

Canadian Tire’s Hudson’s Bay Deal Opens New Retail Future

News Craig Patterson -
Retail expert Liza Amlani says Canadian Tire’s Hudson’s Bay IP deal could create new opportunities for curated assortments, global stripes branding, and loyalty integration.

Court Approves Canadian Tire Acquisition of Hudson’s Bay IP

News Craig Patterson -
Ontario court approves Canadian Tire’s $30M acquisition of Hudson’s Bay intellectual property, including historic trademarks and private labels.

New NielsenIQ—Sephora partnership announced

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Sephora is the world’s leading global prestige beauty retail brand.

Walmart Canada partners with ARC to roll out smart device lockers nationwide

News Mario Toneguzzi -
By deploying ARC device lockers, Walmart Canada is emphasizing its dedication to equipping its associates with the best tools to do their jobs. 

Canada, naturally. Destination Canada’s new brand and tagline (Photos, Videos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Tourism contributes $130B to the Canadian economy, says Destination Canada.

Canadian Tire Finalizes Sale of Helly Hansen to Kontoor

News Lee Rivett -
Canadian Tire finalizes the sale of Helly Hansen to Kontoor Brands while acquiring Hudson’s Bay intellectual property as part of its Canadian retail strategy.

The End of Hudson’s Bay Department Stores 

News Craig Patterson -
Hudson’s Bay has permanently closed its department stores, ending 355 years of Canadian retail history and marking the collapse of Canada's last national department store chain.

Suzanne Sears Launches Job Registry for Hudson’s Bay Employees

News Craig Patterson -
Retail recruiter Suzanne Sears has created a confidential job registry for Hudson’s Bay employees impacted by store closures. The service is free and supports career transitions.

CF Toronto Eaton Centre Celebrates Pride Month 2025 with Events

News Craig Patterson -
CF Toronto Eaton Centre transforms into a vibrant Pride hub with a 40-foot flag, drag brunch, queer market, trivia nights, and art celebrating 2SLGBTQ+ and Indigenous identities.

Calgary’s newest rooftop restaurant and bar, Bow & Bend, set to open downtown in early summer

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Bow & Bend Rooftop, on the 12th floor of the new Element Hotel Calgary Downtown on 4th Ave SW, will offer people spectacular views of the iconic Bow River which flows through the city.

U.S. trade war represents $8.8 billion potential gain for Canadian tourism

News Mario Toneguzzi -
In 2023, Canadians spent $26.6 billion on tourism in the U.S. compared to the $12.9 billion Americans spent in Canada

Crunch Fitness opens 1st Calgary location, 2nd in Alberta

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Crunch Fitness Canada is on track to operate over 50 locations by 2025

Hublot Brings Big Bang Anniversary Watch Collection to Yorkdale 

News Craig Patterson -
Hublot celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Big Bang collection with an exclusive showcase at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto from May 30 to June 5, 2025.

RETAIL FORWARD in Montreal to Boost Retail Dealmaking

News Craig Patterson -
RETAIL FORWARD hits Montreal on June 5, 2025, offering a dynamic platform for retail dealmaking, networking, and tenant-landlord matchmaking.

Saks Global Blames Lender for Hudson’s Bay Collapse

News Craig Patterson -
Saks Global accuses lender Pathlight Capital of contributing to Hudson’s Bay’s liquidation, as legal disputes unfold amid department store’s shutdown.

RioCan Seeks Receivership for HBC Joint Venture

News Craig Patterson -
RioCan files to place its joint venture with Hudson's Bay into receivership amid HBC’s liquidation. Court to hear the application Tuesday.

Bogner Expands in Canada with Borys Paterson Appointment


News Craig Patterson -
Bogner appoints Borys Paterson as Sales Manager for Canada to expand the German luxury brand’s presence beyond ski towns into ready-to-wear, golf, and lifestyle retail.

‘Buy Canadian’ Groceries See Modest but Notable Sales Shift

News Sylvain Charlebois -
New data shows Canadian food sales up 4.4% as U.S. product sales fall. Nationalism drives short-term gains, but price remains key for shoppers.

Maison Margiela Opens at Yorkdale with Oakridge to Follow

News Craig Patterson -
Maison Margiela debuts its first Canadian boutique at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto, with a second location opening in Vancouver's Oakridge Park in fall 2025.

Dolce Amore to “throw its hat” into the savoury culinary world with new concepts in Vancouver

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Originally founded in 2002 by the Grippo family, Dolce Amore was one of Vancouver’s original gelaterias.

Clifton Blake Merges with Metropolitan Commercial to Form CB Metcom

News Craig Patterson -
Clifton Blake and Metropolitan Commercial Realty merge to form CB Metcom, a vertically integrated real estate platform poised to reshape Canadian commercial markets.

RONA opens new Direct Delivery Centre in Hamilton

News Mario Toneguzzi -
The Centre strengthens RONA’s ability to serve construction professionals in Hamilton, Halton, Guelph, Cambridge, Brantford, Hagersville, and the Niagara Peninsula

Square: How Canadians are fueling their days

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Square’s data shows Canadians are hitting cafés later than you might think.

Rabba Fine Foods joins DoorDash, connecting Southern Ontarians with groceries day and night

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Over 30 Rabba Fine Foods locations are available for customers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to shop from on DoorDash

IKEA Canada renews partnership with Rainbow Railroad to support at-risk LGBTQI+ individuals for a second year

News Mario Toneguzzi -
IKEA Canada said it will donate up to $200,000 from the proceeds of its Rainbow Cake, available in stores nationwide from June 1 to July 31,

Moose Knuckles Appoints Ellen Kinney as CEO

News Craig Patterson -
Moose Knuckles names Ellen Kinney as CEO to lead global expansion of the Canadian luxury outerwear brand. Kinney brings decades of fashion leadership experience.

Loshen & Crem Opens Integrative Skincare Boutique in Edmonton

News Craig Patterson -
Loshen & Crem opens a 3,400 sq. ft. skincare boutique in Edmonton’s Currents of Windermere, blending curated luxury retail with full-service facials. The flagship location reflects a growing national brand focused on education, wellness, and personalized skincare.

Payroll employment declining in retail and hospitality sectors: Statistics Canada

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Payroll employment in retail trade decreased by 8,400 (-0.4%) in March, continuing an overall downward trend that began in February 2023.

General Products Patio Furniture Closing After 47 Years

News Craig Patterson -
Ontario’s General Products Outdoor Patio Furniture is retiring after 47 years. A major public liquidation sale, beginning March 29, is now underway in Richmond Hill.

From rooftop greenhouse to store in an hour: Walmart Canada and Lufa Farms launch local produce collaboration in Montreal

News Mario Toneguzzi -
Customers in Walmart's Marché Central Supercentre can now purchase boxes of this rooftop produce grown and harvested by Lufa Farms each day, while quantities last.

MINISO opens its first outdoor street-front store in Ontario at CF Don Mills (Photos)

News Mario Toneguzzi -
MINISO has successfully entered over 100 global markets with more than 7,400 stores worldwide, including over 370 locations across North America alone

‘Positive turnaround year’ for DAVIDsTEA in Fiscal 2024

News Mario Toneguzzi -
DAVIDsTEA has 20 company-owned stores across Canada.

EMERGE Commerce sees strong revenue and sales growth in Q1

News Mario Toneguzzi -
EMERGE is a premium, Canadian e-commerce and retail brand portfolio.

Eataly Opens Storefront at Toronto’s Distillery District

News Craig Patterson -
Eataly has launched a summer pop-up in Toronto’s historic Distillery District, offering Italian coffee, gelato, pastries, and gourmet groceries daily.

Hudson’s Bay to Close Stores and Terminate 8,300 Employees by June 1

News Craig Patterson -
Hudson’s Bay Company will lay off more than 8,300 employees as it closes all stores by June 1, 2025. Court documents outline final steps, employee support, and the brand's wind-down under CCAA.

What Canadian Tire Got with Hudson’s Bay IP Acquisition 

News Craig Patterson -
Canadian Tire’s $30M deal for Hudson’s Bay IP includes iconic trademarks, slogans like “Lowest price is the law,” defunct brands, and digital assets.
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