Dollarama

Daily Synopsis: Jul 9, 2026

Retail Insider -
Vestis opens Max Mara and Weekend stores in Vancouver, Dollarama growth could be expansive, Joseph Tassoni returns to The Well for immersive show, 7-Eleven marks 60 years of the Slurpee, and other news.

Q2 2026 Canadian Discount, Value and Off-Price Retail: Shape of the Next Phase of Canadian Retail

Craig Patterson -
Canadian value retail in Q2 2026 was defined by mainstream consumer adoption, discount grocery expansion, off-price growth, and value-oriented retailers increasingly shaping real estate and retail strategy.

Beyond Store Growth: What’s Next for Dollarama?

Craig Patterson -
Dollarama's future growth may come from convenience, consumables, deeper market penetration and logistics investments as the retailer expands beyond its store-count ambitions.

Faubourg Contrecœur retail lineup now complete as Harden and Crombie sign Dollarama and McDonald’s

Mario Toneguzzi -
Dollarama will occupy approximately 9,726 square feet and McDonald’s approximately 3,046-square-feet.

Canadian Consumers Signal Unexpected Rebound in Spending Intentions

Craig Patterson -
A new Stifel Canada survey finds 57% of Canadians expect to increase discretionary spending, with gains in apparel and dollar stores but weakness in furniture.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 25, 2026

Retail Insider -
Retail Insider published nine articles covering Vaughan Mills' Playdium, Dollarama's market reach, and Kraft Dinner's move into instant noodles, among others.

Why Major Brands Can No Longer Ignore Dollarama

Craig Patterson -
As Dollarama's customer base and traffic grow, suppliers are increasingly viewing the retailer as a strategic channel rather than a secondary outlet.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 22, 2026

Retail Insider -
Manitoba eyes shrinkflation law, FIFA impacts Vancouver retail differently depending on location, Zellers nostalgia drives return, retailers open at Toronto's Pearson Airport, 7-Eleven closing at College and Spadina in Toronot, and other news.

Dollarama Reaches 96% of Canadian Households: Survey

Craig Patterson -
A new Field Agent Canada survey found that 96% of Canadian households shopped at Dollarama within the past 60 days, with strong appeal across income levels and growing visit frequency.

Blue Rewards partners with Dollarama

Mario Toneguzzi -
Blue Rewards members with a linked payment card can earn Points on qualifying purchases of $20 or more at more than 1,700 Dollarama stores nationwide.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 13, 2026

Retail Insider -
Sleep Number files for bankruptcy with sale to Sleep Country Canada, retail space becomes casualty of Toronto condo bust, Starbucks over-charged for non-cow milk, Save-on-Fods opening store, reactions to Oakridge Park in Vancouver, and other news.

Dollarama Surpasses 1,700 Stores in Canada, With Hundreds More Planned

Lee Rivett -
Dollarama has surpassed 1,700 stores in Canada and continues to pursue a long-term goal of approximately 2,200 locations nationwide as expansion plans move forward.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 11, 2026

Retail Insider -
HBC Royal Charter welcomed at Winnipeg Ceremony, FreshCo opening 1st Vancouver Island store, Palliser Furniture acquired by Chinese company after 80 years, Bulgari opens in Vancouver, Dickey's Barbecue Pit opening at West Edmonton Mall, and other news.

Dollarama sees more than 21% year-over-year sales growth in Q1, surpassing $1.8 billion

Mario Toneguzzi -
Net earnings increased by 10.4% to $302.3 million, resulting in a 13.3% increase in diluted net earnings per common share to $1.11, compared to $0.98.

Canadian Spending Intentions Weaken as Consumer Pressures Build

Craig Patterson -
Stifel survey shows weakening Canadian spending intentions, with apparel and discretionary categories under pressure in 2026.

From The Desk: Retail Real Estate Tightens as Brands Expand with Purpose and Precision

Craig Patterson -
This week’s retail coverage highlights intensifying real estate scarcity alongside strategic brand expansions and operational innovation shaping Canada’s retail landsc...

Daily Synopsis: Mar 25, 2026

Retail Insider -
Vacant Bay box at Pen Centre sees demand, Erin Mills Charmed jewellery store closing due to repeated break ins, Manitoba PST exemption on food not for mom-and-pop shops, Genesis opens in Regina, and other news.

Dollarama Shares Fall as Australia Expansion Weighs on Outlook

Lee Rivett -
Dollarama beats Q4 earnings but lowers outlook as Australia investment pressures margins and near-term profitability.

Daily Synopsis: Mar 24, 2026

Retail Insider -
COS launches Canadian website, Middle East conflict impacts Dollarama, DYD targeting 20 Canadian dealerships, Manitoba cutting PST on groceries, and other news.

Dollarama sales surpass $7 billion in its fiscal year

Mario Toneguzzi -
In Canada, Comparable store sales, determined on a 52-week basis, increased by 4.2%, compared to 4.6% growth in the previous year.

Eskasoni First Nation and Canada announce new addition to reserve and retail expansion with new Dollarama

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Mi'kmaw community of 4,500+ members is located on the shores of the Bras d'Or Lake in Eastern Cape Breton Island.

Dollarama Delivers Strong Q3 Results as Valuation Tightens: Stifel

Craig Patterson -
Dollarama posted strong Q3 FY2026 results driven by Canadian same-store sales growth, margin expansion, and Dollarcity momentum, according to Stifel.

Dollarama releases Q3 Fiscal 2026 results, sales rise by more than 22%

Mario Toneguzzi -
Sales increased by 22.2% to $1,909.4 million, compared to $1,562.6 million

Dollarama Q2 Beat Overshadowed by Costs: Stifel

Craig Patterson -
Stifel says Dollarama’s Q2FY26 revenues beat forecasts, but rising costs and taxes left investors cautious.

Dollarama reports Q2 financial results, continued sales growth

Mario Toneguzzi -
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Montréal, Quebec, Canada, Dollarama is a leading Canadian value retailer with international reach with 2,718 conveniently located stores and over 41,000 people serving customers in seven countries on three continents.
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