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SHEIN turns to digital creators for Fall/Winter 2026 trend campaign

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SHEIN said the campaign is intended to reflect the role of creators and their digital communities in fashion discovery, inspiration, interpretation and conversation.

INDOCHINO launches Fall/Winter 2026 campaign focused on made-to-measure tailoring

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Called Hold the Room, the campaign follows four friends over a weekend, using three settings — an afternoon arrival, an evening lounge and a formal dinner — to showcase the company's tailoring and fabrics.

H&M names Aneta Pokucinska North America managing director, Claudia Fetta Canada GM

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Retailer shuffles its North American leadership.

Authentic Takes Majority Stake in Drake’s OVO as Vince Takes Over Retail Operations

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Authentic Brands Group has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in OVO's intellectual property, co-founded by Drake. The partnership aims to expand OVO's global reach while maintaining its creative identity.

SHEIN planning four-day pop-up in downtown Montreal

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The pop-up showcases SHEIN's top selections for Fall/Winter 2026, bringing the season's style forecast to life through six curated trend installations showcasing the key aesthetics shaping the months ahead.

RUDSAK Opening Bloor Street Store at Toronto’s Manulife Centre

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RUDSAK is opening a new store at Toronto’s Manulife Centre on Bloor Street, taking space that includes the former Birks Van Cleef & Arpels boutique.

Why CPG Brands Should Take a Page From Fashion’s Playbook and Embrace Mystery

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Fashion has long understood that desire isn't built by answering every question.

GUESS to Expand Product Categories in Canada Through New Licensing Network

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GUESS will expand its Canadian product assortment with new home, children’s, apparel and accessories categories beginning in late 2026, with a broader rollout planned by spring 2027.

Daily Synopsis: Jul 24, 2026

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Local food hubs proposed to address grocery competition, Loblaw brings 'goss' campaign back for Ossfest in Toronto, Toys R Us stores clearning out in Winnipeg, and other news.

UNIQLO to open second Winnipeg store at St. Vital Centre in August

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The company said it now operates 38 stores across Canada in addition to its online business.

Rains Opens Yorkdale Store as Canada Becomes Key Growth Market

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Danish lifestyle brand Rains has opened its second Canadian store at Yorkdale as it expands retail, wholesale and e-commerce operations in Canada.

Inside Aritzia’s Expanding Store and Infrastructure Strategy

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Aritzia’s latest filings reveal a larger retail platform taking shape across productive boutiques, major flagships, distribution and real estate.

St. John Knits Closes Last Canadian Boutique in Vancouver

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American luxury fashion brand St. John Knits has closed its Vancouver boutique at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, ending its standalone retail presence in Canada after helping shape the city's luxury retail district.

India’s Soch Expands to Surrey as Canadian Growth Strategy Continues

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India-based fashion retailer Soch has opened its second Canadian store in Surrey, British Columbia, continuing an expansion strategy that began with its Brampton debut and highlighting the growing importance of demographic-driven retail growth in Canada.

Groupe Dynamite posts 37% revenue growth and 4-year high gross margin in Q1

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Retail sales per square foot increased by 32.4% compared to Q1 2025, reaching $1,001 in Q1 2026.

UNIQLO launches collection with Italian designer Francesco Risso

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The collection explores the idea of accessible clothing carrying imagination at scale.

Mondetta Expands Modern Ambition with Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver Stores

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Mondetta is expanding its Modern Ambition menswear brand with new stores in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, while evaluating additional opportunities across Canada, the United States and Europe.

Chanel Opens Largest Store in Canada at Oakridge Park in Vancouver

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Chanel has opened its largest store in Canada at Oakridge Park in Vancouver. The 13,000-square-foot location is the brand's first full-concept store in Canada and a key addition to the development's luxury retail lineup.

UNIQLO announces 5 new Canadian store openings for Fall 2026

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With these five new stores, UNIQLO's Canadian network will grow to 42 locations.

Sustainability-focused retailer HG Vintage weighs growth opportunities across Canada

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Moe Khoja launched HG Vintage in 2019 after decades in conventional fashion retail.

Daily Synopsis: May 27, 2026

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Lululemon reaches agreement with Chip Wilson over board nominees, thrift store popularity up, Longo's opening in King City, Shein accused of stealing Indigenous designs, and other news.

Canadian fashion boutique Aldila celebrates four decades of dressing women

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What began in 1986 as a single shop on Vancouver’s Robson Street has blossomed into a multigenerational family legacy.

FASHIONPHILE names Cardi B global brand ambassador for 2026 campaign

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The partnership will anchor its “Get Your Bag” campaign, which was shot in New York City and features still images and video of Cardi B with products from FASHIONPHILE’s inventory of pre-owned luxury handbags and accessories.

Atelier Munro Opens Vancouver Flagship House

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Atelier Munro has opened its Vancouver flagship House, expanding its hospitality-driven menswear concept in Canada.

SHEIN Opening Toronto Pop-Up in Former Zara Queen West Space

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SHEIN is opening a Toronto pop-up inside the former Zara store on Queen Street West as the retailer expands its experiential retail strategy across Canada.
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