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Daily Synopsis: Feb 25, 2026 – Retail Expansion and Innovation

Empire expands discount banners in Western Canada, Loblaw pivots to discount brands, former Vancouver London Drugs could become police academy, former Hudson's Bay store sees FIFA decorations, and other news.

Pilgrim grows retail presence with store opening in CF Masonville Place, London

This milestone coincides with the brand’s 10-year journey in the Canadian market and marks the opening of Pilgrim’s 10th boutique nationwide.

Pilgrim Launches Jewellery Collection Aboard BC Ferries

Pilgrim expands in Canada with a new travel retail partnership on BC Ferries, showcasing its sustainable Scandinavian jewellery to millions of travellers.

Pilgrim CEO Robert Hayes Discusses the Jeweller’s Expansion Plans in Canada: Video Interview

The discussion includes how Hayes brought the brand into the market, what makes it so popular, wholesale expansion, and what's in store for new locations in Canada including one at CF Toronto Eaton Centre opening in late June.

Danish Jewellery Brand Pilgrim Expanding into Toronto Market with Cross-Canada Store Expansion Planned [CEO Interview]

CEO Robert Hayes says that he has a goal in terms of Canadian store count, as Pilgrim introduces a new store concept that includes a piercing studio.

International Retailers Continue to Enter Canadian Market Despite Pandemic [List/Analysis]

Retail Insider analysis of the international retailers that have entered Canada over the past 12 months as the industry looks to an uncertain future.

BRIEF: Jeweller Opens 1st Permanent Store, Pink Tartan Shuts Toronto Flagship

Other News: Uniqlo opening 2nd Montreal store, Noize outerwear opens 2 pop-ups, Circle Craft Market encourages local.

BRIEF: Motherhood Maternity Closing Canadian Stores, Spanish Fragrance Retailer to Enter Canada

Other News: Danish Jeweller ‘Pilgrim’ Expanding Canadian Store Network, Arlene Dickinson Launches Eyewear Line, Retailer The Shutter Professionals Growing Franchise Locations, H&M Expanding in Canada, Costco Opening 2nd Business Centre Store in Suburban Montreal.

BRIEF: Another Aussie Retailer to Enter Canada, Alberta Liquor Retailer Placed into Receivership

Other News: Yorkville retail spaces come to market, Danish brand ‘PILGRIM’ opening temporary 1st storefront, IKEA expands Task Rabbit into Calgary and Edmonton, Nordstrom launches Japanese partnership high-end men’s pop-up in its top-performing Vancouver flagship.
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