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Daily Synopsis: Mar 31, 2026

Independent grocers warn of effect of high gas prices, Metro workers in Quebec strike, indie bookstores unite, man sets fire to downtown Eastside grocery store in Vancouver following London Drugs closure in the same Woodward's complex, and other news.

Daily Synopsis: Mar 30, 2026

Loblaw launches pilot to spotlight small and emerging brands, BYD plans 20 Canadian stores, KaleMart24 expanding, some Metro employees in Quebec go on strike, FreshCo opening at Mic Mac Mal, and other news.

Daily Synopsis: Mar 11, 2026

What might be next for Roots, Pokemon cards hot for theft, downtown Sudbury mall wins legal battle over 2004 Zellers exit, and other news.

Rexall appoints Ron Wilson as president and CEO, names Jeff Boutilier chief operating officer

Rexall said Wilson brings experience leading large-scale retail organizations through periods of change and operational growth.

Healthy Planet expands across Ontario as Canada’s largest online health store bets on omnichannel growth

The retailer currently operates 42 locations across Ontario, with its 43rd store set to open in Etobicoke North in February.

Italian Centre Shop COO reflects on humble beginnings and bold expansion plans

Gino Marghella began his career with the Italian Centre Shop in 1999 as a 17 year old.

John Bayliss becomes CEO of Mastermind Toys

Recently, Mastermind Toys, Canada’s leading specialty toy and children’s lifestyle retailer, said that entrepreneur Stéphane Tétrault has made an equity investment in the company.

Anatomy of a Leader: Walid Laaraba, Home Société Group

In his early years, Laaraba, who is President of Home Société Group, was drawn to two major influences: his mother, a psychologist, and his grandfather, a self-made entrepreneur.

Anatomy of a Leader: Emily Hosie, Rebelstork

Born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, Emily Hosie's path to entrepreneurship was shaped early on.

RetailU, the Leading eLearning Platform in Canada, and One Voice One Team, a Youth Leadership Non-Profit, Have Teamed Up Together to Ignite Leadership

The company has teamed up with the One Voice One Team, a non-profit organization providing youth leadership workshops, assemblies, and community service programs in order to empower the youth of today for a better tomorrow.

Mastermind Toys Shifts Operations as Stores Reopen Amid COVID-19

The Canadian toy retailer has implemented protocols as the company looks to the future under new leadership.

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