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DoorDash Expands Grocery Reach Through Empire Partnership

DoorDash adds 1,000+ Empire grocery stores across Canada, expanding its role in on-demand grocery and retail delivery.

Daily Synopsis: Apr 10, 2026

Heffel gallery solves HBC painting mystery, Maple Leaf and other suppliers introduce fuel surcharges, Quebec hobby store wants French language exemption for global products, Hamilton's Miller Shoes turns 100, Toronto's Barber and Beauty Supply store shuts after almost 90 years downtown, and other news.

FreshCo Expands East with First Atlantic Canada Locations

FreshCo enters Atlantic Canada with new Halifax-area stores, marking Empire’s first discount grocery expansion into the East Coast.

Empire-Owned Grocery Chain ‘FreshCo’ Expanding Further in Western Canada with Safeway Store Conversions

It’s part of Project Horizon that will see 10-15 more FreshCo stores open in 2021, including further expansion of the South Asian-themed Chalo banner.

Empire to Expand FreshCo Grocery Banner in Western Canada

Six more locations are planned for the concept including its first stores in Alberta.

Brief: Canadian Retailers and Brands Help Out Amid Positivity Movement

Retail Insider is profiling several companies in Canada that are supporting front line workers as well as donating to causes amid the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic.

2018 Canadian Retail Forecast [Analysis]

We’re predicting that this year will be one of highs and lows — Sears Canada will shutter, Nordstrom Rack will enter Canada, marijuana will be legalized, and plenty of other developments.
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