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Mario Toneguzzi

Tourism sector set to deliver more than $100M in sales at Canada’s largest international tourism trade show

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Travel and tourism revenue is projected to increase by six per cent and reach $140.9 billion this year.

McCain report finds fries top potato choice across 11-country consumer survey

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78 per cent of respondents globally said fries would improve their mood.

Big League Food Company launches Shopify-powered wholesale platform for Ontario retailers

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The platform gives retailers access to more than 700 Canadian products, along with real-time inventory updates and order tracking.

A Way Home Canada, Home Depot Canada Foundation bring youth homelessness campaign to Parliament Hill

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The advocacy campaign reflects a broader push by the organizations to position youth homelessness prevention as a long-term policy and systems issue.

MEC to open first permanent Gear Swap Store in Canada as part of Kelowna store refresh

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The pilot will allow members to trade in used outdoor gear for credit, shop secondhand equipment and access repair services through a dedicated 2,200-square-foot adjacent retail space staffed by MEC experts.

Dr. Phone Fix enters New Brunswick market through strategic acquisition and store expansion

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Founded in 2019, the Company now operates 44 corporately owned retail locations nationwide.

CFIB calls out lack of progress on direct-to-consumer alcohol agreement ahead of month-end deadline 

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77% of small businesses think Canadians should have the freedom to order Canadian wine, beer, and craft spirits directly from any province or territory without restrictions.

AI-powered cyber attacks hit 1 in 3 Canadian businesses: QBE research

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Artificial Intelligence is becoming ubiquitous in the Canadian economy, with 97% of businesses using it or looking into it.

OPIA data points to growing use of value-driven promotions in club retail channel

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81 per cent of customers say value-driven promotions influence their purchase decisions

Tre’dish launches SproutAI, the first AI grocery assistant built to optimize budgets

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Grocery affordability remains one of the most acute financial pressures facing Canadian households.

Tim Hortons launches campaign to hire 10,000 local people, addresses Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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Tim Hortons is the largest restaurant chain in Canada, with 4,000 restaurants – more restaurants per capita than any other brand anywhere in the world.

RONA continues transformation journey with 8 new RONA+ stores

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RONA says recent store modernizations added new features, expanded departments and converted several locations to the RONA+ banner.

Haven Greens launches ready-to-eat salad kits as greenhouse expansion plans continue

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The company also said it is on track to reach net-zero operations by 2027 as it continues expanding production.

The Brick launches the Shaq-O-Pedic Collection

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O’Neal partnered with The Brick to bring his vision of comfortable, stylish and accessible furniture to Canadians.

Calgary-based Wild Rose Brewery celebrating 30 years

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Wild Rose expanded its brewing operations with the opening of a state-of-the-art production facility in Foothills Industrial in 2013.

FASHIONPHILE names Cardi B global brand ambassador for 2026 campaign

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The partnership will anchor its “Get Your Bag” campaign, which was shot in New York City and features still images and video of Cardi B with products from FASHIONPHILE’s inventory of pre-owned luxury handbags and accessories.

Double Click: Big Foot, The Easter Bunny & Surveillance Pricing: Bruce Winder

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Surveillance pricing or algorithmic pricing has become a buzzword over the last few months and involves the use of specific consumer data points.

Nespresso Canada donation launches biodiversity restoration projects in B.C. and Quebec

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Funding will support Tree Canada’s new Biodiversity Restoration Initiative, a program aimed at restoring ecosystems through the planting of native and climate-adapted trees and plants in ecologically significant areas across the country.

Retail sales jump to $72.7 billion in March: Statistics Canada

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Retail sales were up 2.1% in the first quarter of 2026, marking a seventh consecutive quarterly increase.

Tim Hortons to build or renovate 480 restaurants across the country

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Canadian restaurant owners are investing $270 million, in addition to Tim Hortons corporate investing an additional $130 million.

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities launches national initiative to build 25 new community soccer pitches

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Jumpstart has provided more than 4.5 million opportunities for Canadian kids to get into the game since 2005.

Canadians shifting focus to everyday loyalty rewards, Scene+ and Bond report says

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Canadians are holding an estimated $13 billion to $15 billion in unredeemed loyalty points.

Tahini’s to roll out Shawarma Ramen across Canada after initial test launch

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The national launch marks a broader expansion of a product the company has spent two years developing as it looks to build on customer interest in fusion-style menu offerings and social media engagement.

SKYBIRD Asian Grill opens fourth location as it prepares for continued growth

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SKYBIRD Asian Grill has opened its fourth location at 2183 Rue Ste-Catherine West in Montréal, continuing its fast-casual growth.

Jersey Mike’s to open second downtown Toronto location as Redberry expands Canadian footprint

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Redberry continues a broader plan to grow Jersey Mike’s presence in Canada, where the company says it aims to reach 300 locations by 2035.
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