footwear

Daily Synopsis: Aug 13, 2026

Pajar expands, Metro converting 10 stores to Food Basics, Canadian Tire reports results, Pet Valu aims for 1200 stores, Nespresso unveils new concept store, and other news.

Columbia Sportswear Navigates Softer Canadian Wholesale Sales

Columbia Sportswear reported lower Canadian sales in the second quarter as wholesale orders softened and shipment timing affected results, while the company continues investing in footwear, digital channels and a broader brand repositioning strategy.

Daily Synopsis: Aug 7, 2026

New concept liquor store opens at Winnipeg Save-on-Foods, vintage retail concept opens on Dundas St in Toronto, FreshCo opening stores, Calgary food stall opening first brick-and-mortar location, and other news.

Baffin joins the Royer Group of Companies 

Baffin will operate as Baffin Footwear Inc., preserving the Baffin brand, its leadership team, employees, customer relationships and day-to-day operations while benefiting from Royer's long-term investment and manufacturing expertise.

Vivobarefoot to Open Second Canadian Store in Toronto

Vivobarefoot plans to open its second Canadian store on Toronto’s Queen Street West as barefoot footwear gains momentum in Canada.

KEEN and Space Available announce circular-driven collaboration 

A special campaign film was created to capture the spirit of the collaboration.

KEEN launches “future-forward” styles with PHILEO

Since launching in 2019, Philéo has gained attention for his conceptual, conscious-driven footwear that blends innovation, curiosity, and craftsmanship.

KEEN launches trail running category

The new category is Seek, the brand’s first trail runner, and its latest innovation, Roam - an adaptive trail runner for gravel, dirt, and road.

Vessi names new Chief Marketing Officer to support global expansion and brand growth

Founded in Vancouver, BC, Vessi’s mission is simple yet impactful: to inspire happiness in the rain.

Maguire Shoes eyes expansion as female-led footwear brand navigates growth and tariff uncertainty

Maguire Shoes' U.S. expansion plans are still in progress, with the company closely monitoring potential tariffs on European imports before committing to more U.S. locations. 
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