local business

Carlingwood at 70: How an Ottawa Mall Survived Seven Decades of Change

Lee Rivett -
Ottawa's Carlingwood Shopping Centre is celebrating its 70th anniversary after surviving decades of change in Canadian retail through continual reinvention and community relevance.

Shoot 360 Opening Largest Canadian Facility in Oakville

Lee Rivett -
Sport-tech basketball company Shoot 360 will open its largest Canadian facility in Oakville this month as the AI-driven training concept expands across Canada.

UNIQLO Announces First Winnipeg Store Opening Date

Lee Rivett -
UNIQLO will open its first Winnipeg store May 15, 2026, with a second location planned as part of its Canadian expansion.

Jillian Harris Named RCC Retail Ambassador of the Year

Craig Patterson -
Jillian Harris to receive RCC award, recognized for building The Jilly Box into a purpose-driven Canadian retail platform.

One Of A Kind Spring Market Returns to Toronto

Lee Rivett -
One Of A Kind Spring Market returns to Toronto with 500+ Canadian artisans, new themed sections, and immersive experiences.

Freshii Sherbrooke Expands Under Local Leadership

Craig Patterson -
Freshii Sherbrooke grows catering and community ties under new owner Jennyfer Lafond in Quebec’s Eastern Townships.

Second Cup Expands with New Calgary Location

Retail Insider -
Second Cup opens a new Trinity Hills café in Calgary as the Canadian coffee brand continues expanding its national footprint.

‘Canada United’ Initiative Aims to Support Local Businesses with Major Partnerships

Mario Toneguzzi -
The initiative spearheaded by RBC brings together more than 50 of Canada’s leading brands to encourage patronizing local businesses.

Lightspeed Introduces Initiatives Supporting Local Businesses

Retail Insider -
Small and medium-sized businesses around the world impacted by COVID-19 will receive free resources from global POS leader.
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