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Daily Synopsis: Apr 7, 2026

Skip partners with Loblaw, Amazon introduces logistics surcharge for third-party sellers, Sona Cosmetics targets GenZ, counterfeit currency concerns retailers, Handmade Saskatchewan evicted from Saskatoon's Midtown Plaza as competitor moves in, discount grocers expand in Nova Scotia, Zombie filming in Vancouver HBC flagship, and other news.

Brands Increasingly Going Direct-to-Consumer in Canada as Pandemic Changes Fundamentals: Expert Interview

The continued success of multi-brand retailers will be challenged in the face of increased manufacturer competition she said.

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

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.

Canada Goose Pulling Back on Multi-Brand Retailers as it Focuses on Direct-to-Consumer Store

The popular Canadian outerwear brand is looking to further drive sales through its own stores and e-commerce site as it pulls its products from multi-brand retailers in Canada and abroad.

Direct-to-Consumer Biggest Retail Trend of the Last Decade, and What’s to Come: Expert

Carl Boutet explains how brands establishing direct relationships with consumers has had a profound impact on the industry both in Canada and beyond. He discusses ‘winners and losers’ as well as what is in store for the 2020’s.
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