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Daily Synopsis: May 19, 2026

Retail Insider -
Inflation up due to gasoline, inside the wave of jewellery heists in Canada, clearance begins at Warehouse One and Bootlegger, retail crime claims another Winnipeg 7-Eleven, Robert Kenneth Irving passes, and other news.

Michaels Expands Into Celebration Retail with Experiential In-Store Concepts

Lee Rivett -
"Michaels expands celebration retail with a 60% party assortment expansion and experiential customization bars in stores across North America."

Michaels debuts 10-minute custom framing in Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The new service allows customers to upload a photo directly from their phone, choose a frame with the help of a Michaels framing expert, and leave with a printed, framed and gift-boxed memory.

Michaels rewards program launches new benefits in Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Michaels operates over 1,300 stores across 49 U.S. states and Canada, including 138 stores across all 10 Canadian provinces.

Michaels launches new Knit, Sew and Party Shops, revives JOANN brand

Mario Toneguzzi -
Michaels debuts The Knit & Sew Shop and The Party Shop in all Canadian stores, expanding yarn, sewing, and party supplies with new products and lower prices.

DoorDash teams with Michaels and Spirit Halloween for last-minute shopping

Craig Patterson -
DoorDash Canada partners with Michaels and Spirit Halloween, offering Canadians convenient access to Halloween essentials, including costumes and decor, via quick delivery.

Michaels Partners with Instacart to Offer Same-Day Delivery from Canadian Stores: Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The unique partnership is a first of its kind in this country.

BRIEF: Stores Shutting in Vancouver ‘Luxury Zone’, Bizou Shutting 30% of Boutiques

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Other News: Heartland Town Centre adds co-working space, SuitSupply opens online Canadian outlet store, Toronto's 1st zero-waste coffee concept opens, Thierry opens 2nd storefront in Vancouver.

Brief: Naturalizer Shoes Shutting Stores, HBC Struggles With Leases

Retail Insider -
Call it Spring shutting all US stores, Simons succeeds with second-hand luxury, Toys R Us opens in Guelph, Purolator partners with Michaels.

BRIEF: Bankrupt Quebec Retailer to be Saved, Michaels Crafts Launches ‘Community Classrooms’

Retail Insider -
Other News: Bailey Nelson Continues Rapid Expansion, Lululemon Launches Post-Workout Beauty Range, CF Toronto Eaton Centre Canadian Tire to be Renovated.

Retailers Continue to Descend on Vancouver’s Luxury Zone [Feature]

Craig Patterson -
More luxury brands are on the way for 2018 and beyond, as the Alberni Street/Luxury Zone becomes a world-class retail destination.
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