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Craig Patterson

GS25 Rumor Highlights Demand for Asian Convenience Retail in Canada

GS25 is not entering Canada despite recent rumours and a news article, but Toronto speculation highlights growing demand for Asian convenience retail concepts.

Yorkdale Outpaces Canadian Malls by $700 Per Square Foot

Yorkdale leads Canadian malls with $2,368 per square foot, outperforming competitors by over $700 in 2025 rankings.

Loblaws Humbertown Reopens Amid Major Redevelopment

Loblaws, a Canadian grocery chain, is reopening its Humbertown location in Etobicoke on April 24, 2026. The store has undergone extensive renovations aimed at enhancing the shopping experience with new offerings and layout improvements.

From The Desk: Retail Revitalization and Strategic Expansion in Canada

This week’s retail focus highlights strategic Canadian expansions, heritage retail innovation, and the evolving synergy between value and luxury amid shifting consumers, as well as many other topics.

Retail Leaders Outline Strategy Shifts at Rotman Event

Retail leaders discuss strategy, consumer shifts, and growth at Retail Insider’s first in-person event with Rotman.

Inside the Fashion Shoot Shaping Freed & Freed’s Next Chapter

Marissa Freed discusses the creative vision, storytelling, and emotional moments behind Freed & Freed’s latest fashion shoot.

Lunching with Lady Eaton Returns to Toronto May 17

Historic Eaton’s Round Room dining experience returns to Toronto on May 17, 2026, blending retail history with immersive hospitality.

Maison Territo Showcases Stikki Peaches in New Art and Design Exhibition

Maison Territo presents a Stikki Peaches exhibition, exploring how contemporary art enhances interior design within its Royalmount showroom.

Value and Luxury Dominate Canadian Retail: JLL Study

Value and luxury retailers are driving Canadian retail growth as mid-market brands face pressure in a shifting consumer landscape.

EMMYDEVEAUX Opens Kelowna Store as Founder Runs for Mayor

EMMYDEVEAUX opens a Kelowna store as founder Emily Salsbury launches a mayoral bid.

Gastown Plan Targets Retail Revival in Vancouver

Vancouver approves Gastown Public Spaces Plan to boost retail, foot traffic, and tourism ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.

Canadian Retail in Transition Conference Set for Toronto

Retail leaders gather May 8 in Toronto to discuss restructuring, insolvency trends, and the future of Canadian retail. Craig Patterson will provide his perspective of the industry in a fireside chat.

How Luxury Retail Actually Works: Retail Staff

Inside luxury retail staffing, from empowerment and culture to commission structures and team-based service models. Craig Patterson interviews expert Douglas Mandel.

Danier Debuts New Store Concept Amid Expansion Phase

Danier debuts a new store concept as it expands into Calgary and Mississauga, marking a new phase of growth for the Canadian retailer.

Hillberg & Berk Expands Toward 30 Stores in Canada

Hillberg & Berk expansion in Canada accelerates with new Langley store and plans for 30 locations by 2027, with focus on Ontario and BC.

Bento Launches Scallop Sushi Lineup Nationwide

Bento introduces Canada’s first grab-and-go scallop sushi lineup across major grocery banners, signaling premium innovation in convenience food.

How Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Has Changed Since Pre-COVID

A comparison of 2019 and 2025 data reveals how Canadian shopping centre performance has shifted, with top-tier malls strengthening their dominance.

Scarborough Walk of Fame 2026 Draws Crowds at STC

Scarborough Walk of Fame 2026 inducts local icons at Scarborough Town Centre, drawing strong crowds and community engagement.

From The Desk: Strategic Growth and Market Polarization Shape Canadian Retail

Canadian retail hits a turning point as expansion, real estate deals, and shifting consumer behaviour reshape performance across the sector.

Rawcology Scales with AMI Partnership, Niagara Retail Debut

Rawcology Inc., a Canadian food brand, has entered a strategic joint venture with AM Ingredients, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities and facilitating national and global expansion. The partnership highlights plans for new product launches and a retail presence in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Trends (2023–2025)

Three-year data reveals widening performance gaps among Canadian shopping centres as top-tier malls strengthen their dominance.

Flying Tiger Enters Canada with GTA Store Launch

Flying Tiger Copenhagen will open Canadian stores starting June 2026, replacing former Fox Home locations across the GTA.

Giant Tiger Marks 65 Years with Nationwide Celebration

Giant Tiger celebrates 65 years with giveaways, community grants, and national promotions across its Canadian store network.

Top Canadian Shopping Centres by Sales Per Square Foot in 2025

New data ranks the top Canadian shopping centres by sales per square foot in 2025, highlighting strong performance among leading malls.

UniverCell Canada Expands Through Franchising Growth

UniverCell Canada expands with franchising and a new Mississauga store, offering transparent pricing in the growing device repair market.
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