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Kingsett Capital

Daily Synopsis: Apr 16, 2026

First Capital REIT acquired as Westons expand retail empire, Skip the Dishes lays off staff and closes delivery service centres in Canada, Canada Post begins ending door-to-door delivery, Doug Ford slams city-run grocery stores, Foot Locker shuts Queen West store in Toronto, and other news.

First Capital REIT acquired in deal worth $9.4 billion

First Capital REIT is being acquired by KingSett Capital and Choice Properties REIT in a $9.4 billion unit and cash deal.

KingSett acquires stake in CF Masonville Place

KingSett Capital’s Growth LP8 acquires 50% of CF Masonville Place, reinforcing its retail investment strategy in Canada.

World-class Toronto event and amenity space SixtyEight opens on top floor of Scotia Plaza (Photos/Video)

SixtyEight is a 20,000-square-foot meeting and event space.

Shoppers Drug Mart to Open at 700 University Ave in Toronto

Shoppers Drug Mart will open a 17,000 sq. ft. store at 700 University Ave in Toronto’s Discovery District, offering direct street access and PATH connection.

Upscale US-Based Brand ‘Lafayette 148’ to Open 1st Standalone Store in Canada in Toronto

The womenswear brand has been available in limited distribution at Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. The new store signals confidence in brick-and-mortar retail at an important location.

IKEA Announces Downtown Toronto Store

The Swedish home furnishings retailer will open its first urban store in Canada after acquiring a commercial podium at Aura.

Putting the Shopping Centre in the Palm of Your Hand – The Move to Mobile at Retail

GetintheLoop has partnered with mall landlords on innovations at an unprecedented time.

St. John Flagship Store Opening Indicates Confidence in Toronto’s ‘Mink Mile’ [Photos]

The US-based luxury women’s fashion brand has opened an impressive Bloor Street storefront with a first-for-North America concept contained within.
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