Canadian books and entertainment businesses expanded physical reach during Q3 2026 through stores, shop-in-shops, retail partnerships and venue merchandise. Pop Mart, LEGO, Yoto and independent booksellers show different approaches to reaching audiences while managing real estate costs and repeat visits.
Square One in Mississauga is seeing a major tenant refresh as Tiffany prepares a standalone boutique, Rolex expands, and SUPER MINISO, POP MART, LEGO, Flying Tiger Copenhagen and other retailers move in.
Canadian companies look to capitalize on 'elbows up', Circle K capitalizes on back-to-school rush, No Frills takes North York No Frills, London Drugs launches community pharmacies, Costco opening 4 Canadian stores, and other news.
The LEGO Group is increasing its Canadian store network by 25% this fall, adding three Greater Toronto Area locations in what the company describes as its largest Canadian retail expansion in more than five years.