Crombie acquires 13 Ontario retail properties, FreshCo opens first Vancouver store, SportChek closes second Vancouver store, Flying Tiger opening more Ontario stores, Victoria's Market Square comes to market, and other news.
Canadian food service remained resilient in Q2 2026 as operators competed for traffic through value offers, franchise growth, coffee competition, wellness concepts, menu upgrades, and new real estate formats.
Food halls are growing in popularity in Canadian cities, highlighting their appeal as curated, community-focused spaces that offer diverse local cuisine and social experiences.