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UNIQLO to Enter Calgary Market with 1st Store: Interview with CEO Daisuke Tsukagoshi

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It's the second location for Alberta as the Japanese fashion retailer expands its presence in Canada, with more stores to come.
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Grace Yan Discusses the Future of Calgary’s Nordstrom Space with Craig Patterson [Video Interview]

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Craig sits down with Grace Yan, Commercial Consultant at Blackstone Commercial, to discuss the departure of Nordstrom store in CF Chinook Centre in Calgary.
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Holt Renfrew Extends Lease in Downtown Calgary while CF Chinook Centre Flourishes [Podcast]

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Craig and Lee talk about some recent retail news in Calgary. That includes Holt Renfrew extending its lease in downtown Calgary at The CORE while adding new brands including a 'World of' Gucci concession. They also discuss CF Chinook Centre which is seeing new retailers being added such as Nike and Uniqlo.
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McDonald’s Canada Expanding Walk-Up Window Service Concept with Pedestrians Prioritized [Interview/Renderings]

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The chain's newest location does not include a drive-thru, and is unique in having a full-sized lobby and specialized service areas.
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Downtown Calgary Retail Struggles While Vacancies Decline in Suburbs: Report

Mario Toneguzzi -
A report by CBRE shows resiliency in the local market while noting challenges in some sectors following pandemic lockdowns and work-from-home.
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Calgary Farmers’ Market Unveils Massive 55,000 Square Foot Suburban Location[Interview/Photos]

Mario Toneguzzi -
Nearly 70 vendors will be part of the new marketplace located in a notable suburban development.
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Staples Unveils Next Gen Working and Learning Store Spanning 2 Floors [Photos/CEO Interview]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The retailer is rolling out concept stores that include coworking spaces and studio offerings.
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Calgary Retail Leasing Activity Heats Up as it Reaches Pre-Pandemic Numbers: Report

Mario Toneguzzi -
Some parts of the city have recovered quicker than others as retailers forecast multi-year growth in the southern Alberta market.
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Video Interview: PJ L’Heureux, Founder of CRAFT Beer Market, Discusses Launch of New Restaurant/Bar Concept in Calgary

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L'Heureux talks about the growth plans for the new restaurant/bar as well as CRAFT, lessons learned during the pandemic, the challenges the hospitality industry has faced, and the current labour shortage.
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Unique First-of-its-Kind Chef-Driven Food Hall Opens in Calgary’s Downtown Beltline: Photos/Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The food hall is located in the former IBM Corporate Park complex and will serve the urban area which is becoming an entertainment and lifestyle hub.
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Northland Village Mall in Calgary to be Redeveloped by Landlord

Mario Toneguzzi -
By 2025 the centre will take on a new format which will include a new retail design and the addition of residential.
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Vacant Office Space in Downtown Calgary Could Become Retail Fulfillment Centres as Ecomm Accelerates: Experts

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It's an opportunity to capitalize on under-utilized real estate with the city itself showing support for a new idea.
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French Sports Retailer Decathlon Opens 10th Canadian Store Location in Calgary [Photos]

Dustin Fuhs -
The impressive 70,000 storefront includes an automated warehouse with 27 robots.
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Business Improvement Areas to Play Important Role in Growth and Success of Canada’s Main Streets [Feature/Interviews]

Sean Tarry -
Creativity and collaboration required by BIAs for small businesses to recover and flourish in the wake of COVID-19.
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Birks Jewellers Unveils 2 Major Store Renovations in Downtown Calgary [Photos]

Craig Patterson -
Both the downtown Maison Birks and Brinkhaus stores have seen substantial renovations, including new concept boutique spaces for Rolex and Patek Philippe.
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Unique Body-Positive and LGBTQIA2S+ Lingerie Retailer Opens in Calgary [Photos]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The concept could mark a trend as businesses embrace inclusivity amid a societal shift.
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Calgary’s Southcentre Mall Launches Indigenous Art Exhibit Ahead of September 30 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Craig Patterson -
Southcentre Mall in Calgary and Colouring It Forward Reconciliation Society have partnered to launch a month-long art exhibit featuring 17 Indigenous artists from across Western Canada.
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Arlington Group Developments is Bullish on Calgary’s 17th Avenue as it Completes Latest Retail Project: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The landlord has 42 separate buildings with eight different development sites on the popular retail corridor.
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Study Shows Commercial Rents on 17th Ave in Calgary Stayed at Pre-Pandemic Levels or Increased: Interviews

Mario Toneguzzi -
Experts are saying that tenants are seeking smaller spaces and that there's demand despite earlier forecasts of a disaster.
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Retailers and Restaurants Hope for Much Needed Boost with Calgary Stampede Launch this Week: Interviews

Mario Toneguzzi -
The annual event returns with thousands of visitors as COVID restrictions lift in Alberta. Retailers and restaurants at risk of closing are praying for the new business.
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Canadian Local Product Search Engine ‘SokoLocal’ Surpasses 1.5 Million Products as it Supports Small Businesses: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The platform is seeing incredible growth after a recent launch as part of an effort to support small businesses struggling during the pandemic.
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Upscale Calgary-Based Retailer O’Connors Looks to Future Growth Post-Pandemic: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The iconic multi-brand retailer has weathered recessions over its 60 year history and is looking to a brighter future as Alberta lifts all restrictions in July.
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Downtown Calgary Retail in Peril Amid Unprecedented Office Space Vacancy: Interviews

Mario Toneguzzi -
The pandemic and a lack of office workers is hitting retail and foodservice hard, but there's hope say some experts.
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French Sporting Goods Behemoth Decathlon Announces Massive Concept Store in Former Sears Space at Calgary’s Southcentre: Interviews

Mario Toneguzzi -
The highly experiential 70,000 square foot store will also include a fulfillment centre and is part of a transformation of Southcentre during the pandemic.
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Retail Profile: CF Market Mall in Calgary (Spring 2021)

Lee Rivett -
The attractive Calgary shopping centre features soaring ceilings and almost 230 stores.
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