Toronto's Distillery Winter Village is expanding its retail offerings for 2026, with Quince joining as title sponsor, two new marketplaces featuring Canadian independent businesses and additional food operators. The event brings more than one million annual visitors to the historic shopping district, according to organizers.
Canadian shoppers are spending more heading into Holiday 2026, but Salesforce says price sensitivity, promotions, shipping costs and hybrid shopping will shape the season.
Canadian retailers face a new challenge as shoppers turn to AI for product discovery, with Retail Rewired’s Chris Parsons urging stronger content, reviews and product data.
Best Buy's latest results suggest Canadian consumers remain cautious and value-focused, but continue spending when products offer innovation and clear value.