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First Capital REIT reports “solid” Q1 results.

Total portfolio occupancy of 97.2%, representing an increase of 30 basis points year-over-year

Primaris REIT Repurposing Malls After Hudson’s Bay Closures

Primaris REIT is repurposing former Hudson’s Bay stores, turning anchor closures into a strategy to reshape Canadian shopping centres.

Retail-focused strategy delivers strong Q1 results: RioCan 

Committed retail occupancy of 98.6% reflects structurally constrained retail supply across RioCan's markets and resilient tenant demand.

Primaris REIT sees hike in total rental revenue in Q1

“The quarter reflected strong leasing and operational execution across the portfolio.”

Canadian retail resets as 17 million square feet returns to market

“Canada’s retail market is moving through a supply-led reset, but demand has not broken.”

Armco Capital acquires Stephen Avenue Place and adjacent buildings in downtown Calgary

Landmark transaction brings together a prominent Class A office tower and a rare collection of contiguous high-street retail properties on Stephen Avenue, Calgary's most recognized pedestrian corridor.

Toronto’s The Distillery Historic District announces opening of The Cooperage Marketplace (Photos/Video)

The Cooperage Marketplace is in one of the site’s most historic buildings, from the 1860s.

Calgary’s retail market remains extremely tight: Barclay Street Real Estate

Central Business District continues to report the highest vacancy among all submarkets at 7.5%.

First Capital REIT acquired in deal worth $9.4 billion

First Capital REIT is being acquired by KingSett Capital and Choice Properties REIT in a $9.4 billion unit and cash deal.

Galion buys 5 RONA stores on Montréal’s South Shore

Marking a key strategic milestone for Galion, this initiative adds 620,000 square feet to its portfolio.

Gray Collection unveils Metcalfe Montréal

Metcalfe Montréal redefines the downtown boutique‑hotel standard and offers a strategic base for business guests.

Retail investment in Calgary dips in 2025: Barclay Street Real Estate

Transaction volume remained consistent with historical levels, with 54 deals completed and activity evenly split between the first and second halves of the year.

Plaza Retail REIT announces 2025 results

Plaza's portfolio at December 31, 2025, includes interests in 191 properties totaling approximately 8.8 million square feet across Canada and additional lands held for development.

Vancouver dessert brand plans expansion through franchising

The Praguery’s operational model leverages small, efficient retail spaces to maximize profitability.

Activity picking up at Calgary CF Market Mall and CF Chinook Centre

Demand for space at both shopping centres has strengthened to start the year, with multiple retailers under construction, major brands returning or expanding.

Ontario Court Recognizes Eddie Bauer Bankruptcy

Ontario court recognizes U.S. Chapter 11 for Eddie Bauer, integrating Canadian stores into cross-border restructuring.

CT REIT reports Q4 and 2025 annual financial results, portfolio continues to expand

In 2025, CT REIT said it invested approximately $235 million in completed projects and ongoing developments and grew the portfolio by approximately 893,000 square feet of GLA.

Kildonan Place announces $30-million redevelopment and new zero waste food court (Renderings)

This project reflects the centre’s ongoing commitment to offering a welcoming, modern, and community‑focused environment for shoppers and tenants.

SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results for 2025

Strong leasing momentum in all retail categories, resulting in an industry-leading 98.6% in-place and committed occupancy rate at year-end.

Primaris REIT announces “strong” Q4 and full year 2025 results

Primaris significantly augmented its portfolio in 2025 recycling capital with $1.6 billion of leading enclosed shopping centre acquisitions, and $400 million of non‑core dispositions.

First Capital REIT delivers “solid” financial results with total portfolio occupancy up to 97.1%

First Capital invested approximately $190 million into its properties during 2025, primarily through development, redevelopment, residential inventory and strategic acquisitions.

Leyad executes “modern retail strategy” across its portfolio

Of the 323,000 square feet previously occupied by HBC, committed occupancy now stands at 82.7% less than 12 months later.

Most Hudson’s Bay Boxes Likely Leased Within Two Years: JLL

JLL forecasts that 65% of former Hudson’s Bay retail space in Canada will be committed within two years, largely through multi-tenant retail strategies.

Canada’s retail property markets expected to remain tight as commercial real estate outlook stabilizes: Morguard

Canada’s retail leasing market is expected to remain tight, with strong demand for high-quality space driving retailer expansion.

H&R REIT selling 27 Canadian retail properties and some office properties for $1.5 billion

The sale of one retail property is expected to close in Q4 2025 and the rest of the property sales are expected to close in January 2026.
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