CF Rideau Centre

Daily Synopsis: September 21, 2026

Retail Insider -
FreschCo gaining market share amid expansion, Meta's Muse AI blocked by Amazon, CAA closing some storefronts, Armani Cafe opening at Oakridge Park, Piri Piri chicken launches first food truck in Montreal, and other news.

Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm to Open in Former Nordstrom at CF Rideau Centre

Craig Patterson -
Three Williams-Sonoma Inc. banners will open at CF Rideau Centre in spring 2027 as Cadillac Fairview moves ahead with the redevelopment of the former two-level Nordstrom space.

ByWard Market Launches Vendors at Hudson’s Bay Site

Lee Rivett -
ByWard Market launches a vendor village at the former Hudson’s Bay site to boost foot traffic and support local businesses in Ottawa.

Moose Knuckles Refines Retail Strategy With Eaton Centre Move

Craig Patterson -
Moose Knuckles relocates its CF Toronto Eaton Centre store as the Canadian brand sharpens its retail, product, and global growth strategy.

Knix Reopens CF Rideau Centre Store in Ottawa

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.

New Retailers at CF Rideau Centre in Downtown Ottawa to Increase Foot Traffic [Interview]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The shopping centre is looking to the future after losing Nordstrom as an anchor tenant earlier this year amid a lack of downtown workers.

Quebec Retailer Imaginaire Entering Ontario with 20,000 sf 2-Level Downtown Ottawa Store [Interview]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The collectibles and pop culture merchandise retailer has significantly grown its store footprint with a large-format concept that has plans for more stores.

Uniqlo to Enter Ottawa Market with Ongoing Canadian Store Expansion

Craig Patterson -
The Japanese fast-fashion retailer is targeting major cities across the country as it enters new markets with stores.

Cadillac Fairview Breaks Ground on 1st Residential Tower at CF Rideau Centre in Ottawa [Interview/Renderings]

Mario Toneguzzi -
It's the company's first major investment in a residential rental building, marking a new asset class for the landlord which is intensifying its mall sites.

Indigo Closing Chapters Book Store on Rideau Street in Downtown Ottawa to Relocate to CF Rideau Centre [Renderings]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The new concept Indigo store will replace a legacy Chapters store that opened in 1996.

Hudson’s Bay Partners with PlantX to Open Café and Retail with Plans for Expansion into Multiple Bay Stores: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The plant-based café concept features vegan beverages and plant-based foods, while the Xmarket offers a range of grocery, home and personal care items.

Retail Profile: CF Rideau Centre in Ottawa, Ontario (Summer 2021)

Lee Rivett -
The top shopping centre in downtown Ottawa has seen very impressive updates in recent years, creating a draw for the region and beyond.

Ottawa Retail Leasing Seeing Rebound After Substantial Pandemic Drop: Report/Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
A lack of tourists and office workers significantly impacted Ottawa’s retailers with light at the end of the tunnel.

Canada Goose to Open 1st Ottawa Store as it Unveils 3rd Toronto Location

Craig Patterson -
The popular outerwear and fashion brand will have nine stores in Canada by the end of the summer as it pushes hard with its direct-to-consumer retail strategy.

Levi’s Sees Success in Canadian Concept Store Expansion [Photos]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The iconic denim brand has been opening new direct-to-consumer storefronts featuring tailor shops in an effort to elevate the consumer experience.

CF Rideau Centre Adding New Retailers Amid Shift

Mario Toneguzzi -
Ottawa’s leading shopping centre is adding upscale retailers such as Aesop and Omega, as well as popular international brands, as it retains its spot as one of Canada’s busiest and most productive centres.

Kusmi Tea Launches Multi-Location Canadian Expansion

Mario Toneguzzi -
The popular tea brand has initiated an expansion in central Canada, with plans to launch retail spaces nationwide over the next several years.

Inside Strellson’s New Rideau Centre Store

Craig Patterson -
The impressive looking store opened in the mall's new wing, and is the 4th freestanding Canadian location for the brand. A fifth will open next month.

CF Rideau Centre Opens Substantial Four-Level Expansion [Photos and Floor Plan]

Craig Patterson -
The downtown centre's latest expansion has transformed part of the city, adding over 25 new retailers as well as anchor La Maison Simons.

Browns Shoes Announces 3 Store Summer Expansion [With Renderings]

Craig Patterson -

The Canadian footwear retailer plans to continue opening stores over the next several years. 

La Maison Simons Reveals New Ottawa Store Details

Craig Patterson -
The store, opening this summer will include some unique features not found in other Simons locations.

Ted Baker to Open 3 Canadian Locations this Year

Craig Patterson -
The popular British fashion brand will open its 1st locations in two new markets, as it grows operations nationally.

Tiffany & Co. Opens at Rideau Centre

Craig Patterson -
Tiffany & Co. has opened its 9th free-standing Canadian unit, replacing a concession in the city's recently shuttered Holt Renfrew.

Tiffany & Co. to Open at Rideau Centre

Craig Patterson -
The city's first free-standing Tiffany location replaces a shop-in-store which recently closed.

Nordstrom Opens 2nd Canadian Location in Ottawa Next Month

Craig Patterson -

The retailer's second Canadian store will be similar to its first, featuring bright interiors with maneuverable departments. 

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