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Retailers See Boost as Canadian Consumer Spending Rises in Q1 2022: Report/Steve Sadove Interview

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A rise in spending saw spending return to pre-pandemic levels in stores while ecommerce continues to maintain traction after incredible pandemic growth.
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Mobile Klinik Rebrands with Plans for Major Location Expansion: CEO Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The smartphone and tablet repair and refurbishment retailer is seeing significant growth after becoming a major resale outlet for devices.
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Retail Innovation and Pop-Up House BRIKA Acquired by Experiential Commerce Agency: Interview

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Founder Jen Lee Koss says big things are planned with the partnership signalling the ongoing importance of brick-and-mortar retail despite growth in online channels.
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T&T Supermarkets to Open 4 Stores as Retailer Expands Throughout Canada: CEO Tina Lee Interview

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Ms. Lee says that the grocery retailer will continue opening stores as consumers embrace the Asian concept.
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Canadian Gift Basket Retailer ‘Baskits’ Sees Explosive Growth with Multiple Sales Channels: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The company has seen explosive growth under new ownership with an eye to the future which includes more gifting.
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Resale Sneaker Retailer SAFE Opens 4 Stores in Canada with Plans for More: Interview

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The unique new concept launched online and pivoted to a physical business with a goal of becoming the "Footlocker of sneaker resale".
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barBurrito Reveals Plans for Massive Store Expansion Throughout Canada: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
Hundreds of new locations are planned for the foodservice business which boasts the highest Yelp reviews in the industry.
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Sporting Life Re-Opens Store in Collingwood After Disastrous 2020 Fire: Interview/Photos

Mario Toneguzzi -
The retailer has risen from the ashes after a complete loss, building a new store with a better and more modern layout.
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Pablo Cheese Tart Chain Expanding with New Locations in Canada: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Japanese pastry, desert and baked goods retailer is growing its locations in the Canadian market including new cities.
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Clint Mahlman Leading Legendary Retailer London Drugs Toward Further Success, Growth and Differentiation [Feature]

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The preeminent western Canadian pharmacy continues to build on a legacy that spans more than three quarters of a century.
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Ren’s Pets To Add Five New Stores in Ontario in Spring 2022

Dustin Fuhs -
The retailer is looking to grow market share with new storefronts.
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Upscale Canadian Retailer Lemonwood Opens Storefront with Plans for 10-15 Locations: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
Christine Peters founded the brand which stared with wholesale in spas, hotels and small gift stores before launching a direct-to-consumer retail model.
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Indigo Partners with Uber to Provide Same-day Delivery: Interviews

Mario Toneguzzi -
It's part of an effort by the national retailer to gain market share while addressing consumer demands.
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Aussie Eyewear Retailer ‘Bailey Nelson’ Doubles Canadian Store Count Since Start of Pandemic with Plans for More: Interview

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The retailer also launched a virtual try-on solution that has resulted in an ecomm explosion.
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Farm Boy Opens 8th Toronto Fresh Market [Photos]

Dustin Fuhs -
The impressive storefront features a wide range of name and private branded goods and is part of the Empire-owned grocer's ongoing expansion in Ontario.
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Jeffrey Berkowitz Leading Aurora Realty Consultants into New Age of Commercial Real Estate Brokering [Feature Interview]

Sean Tarry -
A passion for his work and the relationships he develops driving continued success for one of Canada’s top real estate experts.
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‘The Chesterfield Shop’ Headed for 75 Years of Success on Foundations of Customer Service and Quality

Sean Tarry -
The family-owned furniture store’s focus on the customer has seen the well-known retailer grow with the opening of more stores.
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Consumer Spending Surge at Retailers Predicted in Canada For Fall/Winter 2021: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The pandemic saw Canadians save billions and analysts predict increased consumer spending heading into December.
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Inside Ren’s Pets New Store in Liberty Village [Photos]

Dustin Fuhs -
Ontario-based specialty pet retailer debuts an urban concept for downtown Toronto.
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Gap-Owned Athleta Enters Canada with Expansion Plans: Interview with GM Jenelle Sheridan

Mario Toneguzzi -
The female-focused athletic brand will look to rapidly gain market share in the Canadian market with its international expansion strategy.
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Entrepreneur Manjit Minhas of Dragons’ Den on Brand Image: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The seasoned entrepreneur provides insight into authenticity as well as how she built her multiple businesses.
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Podcast [Interview]: Terry Cassaday, Founder and CEO of ergoCentric

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Craig speaks with Terry Cassaday, Founder and CEO of ergonomic chair company ergoCentric which is expanding further into retail with new storefronts.
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Pro Wrestler Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart Discusses His Retail Foray and Personal Branding: Interview

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The world-famous Calgary-based wrestler spoke with journalist Mario Toneguzzi about his career and how his retail and personal brands have developed over the years.
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Best Buy Canada Pivots Over the Course of the Pandemic: VP Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The retailer had to be nimble as uncertainty dominates retail, and it’s now looking to the future with its learnings.
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Podcast [Interview]: David Goldman on Boys’Co’s Final Chapter

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This week, Craig and David discuss the 75 year fashion legacy of family-owned Murray Goldman, including the 37 year run of iconic Vancouver-based menswear retailer Boys'Co which will shut down at the end of this year. Despite the sad news, it's a positive conversation with a lot of history and gratitude.
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