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BRIEF: Safeway Closes 10 BC Stores, 256 Jobs Lost as UK Fashion Brand Closes Canadian Operations

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Other News: Revlon pop-up on Queen, Ste-Catherine St. Retail Space, New tenants for Edmonton’s Oliver Exchange, Ecco Opens bijou boutique at CF Pacific Centre,

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Canada’s ‘ShoeRu’ Ron White Sees Success as Brand Embarks on International Expansion

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Canada’s leading shoe designer has appointed a VP of global sales, as the company marks 25-years in retail with further expansion into markets such as the US, Europe and Asia
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26th KNOWSHOW Tradeshow Returns to Vancouver With a Twist, July 17-18 2018

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Limited tickets remain for must-attend B2B marketing conference where brands unveil their seasonal fashion and lifestyle products to Canadian retailers.

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BRIEF: Pier 1 Imports to Exit Quebec, Lawrence & Chico’s Surreal Retail Space, Nordstrom Launches Innovative Promo

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Shoe Retailer Partners with Def Leppard for Collection, Ikea Centres Solicits Local Retail as it Launches Pop-up, KNIX to Pop-up at Diane’s Lingerie, Unique Patisserie Opens in Vancouver.

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How Shoplifters Justify Theft at Self-Service Checkouts

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It’s a problem for retailers in Canada implementing the new technology, and some thieves are also able to launder money using counterfeit bills.

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BRIEF: Kimberlite Diamonds Opening 1st Store, Danier Opens Flagship, Hermès Ready for Vancouver Construction

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Other News: Mindham Jewellery Opens Muskoka ‘Jewel Cabin’, Judith & Charles Opening in Halifax, Art Deco Space Comes Available on Ste-Catherine, Bluebird Relocates in Vancouver, Remenyi House of Music in Toronto to Close?

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Yorkdale’s CONCEPT Launches ‘Female Founders’ Market, Curated by Flawless by Friday [Photos]

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The joint venture will see more than 50 female-led brands come together in one space for almost two months, also coinciding with the launch of Flawless by Friday’s first makeup line.

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Lightspeed Announces Integrated iOS Solution Launch with Intuit QuickBooks Online and Planday

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The partnership involves a collaborative integration of finance and employee scheduling with a cloud-based POS software, targeting independent retailers and restaurants.

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BRIEF: Holt Renfrew Commences Mothership Renovation, Sugarfina Opens 2nd Canadian Store

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Other News: ONEMETH to open on Queen, Bayview Village unveils ‘super-haute’ offices, Lemongrass House opens Canadian ecommerce site, The BodyShop Embraces Yogurt, Vancouver duo launch footwear line, Outland Jeans expands distribution in Canada from Holt’s to Harry Rosen.
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Upscale Montreal Fashion Brand Tests the Waters in New Market

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Éditions de Robes is looking to expand into new markets as it continues to gain brand-awareness, recognizing the importance of brick-and-mortar to its retail strategy.
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Links of London Continues Canadian Expansion with Multiple Standalone Store Openings

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The British luxury jewellery brand is continuing with its plans to roll-out freestanding boutiques across the country, including its first location in Western Canada.
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BRIEF: Deciem Secures 3rd Vancouver Store, Party Expert to Open 10th Store in Quebec

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Other News: Sweet Jesus to Open 1st Vancouver Location, Miniso Enters Explosive Downtown Toronto Market, Chanel Pops-Up in Vancouver Pedway, Downtown Oakville Unveils 2 Unique Pop-Ups.
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The Home Depot Canada’s Jeff Kinnaird named RCC’s Excellence in Retailing 2018 Distinguished Canadian Retailer of the Year 

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The award will be given out at Store Conference in Toronto on the evening of May 29.
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J.C. Williams Group/Ebeltoft to Release 2018 Global Trends & Innovations Report

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In partnership with Retail Insider, the global consultancies have showcased trends for 2018 in a guide that is useful for retailers seeking out leading industry insights, brokers seeking new concepts to approach, designers and architects, and anyone who is interested in gaining knowledge as to what’s working in retail during this age of disruption.
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Nordstrom Rack Unveils Glass-Enclosed Canadian Flagship [Photos]

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The large two-level downtown Toronto store is unlike most stores in the chain, and it also features an expansive offering of top luxury brands.
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Retail Council of Canada Announces 2018 Excellence in Retailing Awards Lifetime Achievement Recipient

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The award will be handed out at this year’s Excellence in Retailing Awards Gala on May 29, taking place at this year's Store 2018 Conference.
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“Buy Good. Feel Good.” Expo Trade Show, Toronto May 11-13

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Retailers find ethically sourced products at the “Buy Good. Feel Good.” Expo in Toronto.
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How StyleDemocracy Expanded to Become a Significant Retail Industry Marketing Business

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The Canadian liquidation company has expanded its business empire to include innovative marketing initiatives for various retail businesses.
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BRIEF: Toys R Us Canada Could be Saved, New Luxury Retail Concept Coming to Canada

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Other News: Sugarfina Secures 2nd Canadian Location, Miele to Open Yorkdale Flagship, Luxury Home & Design Show to Transform BC Place.
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BRIEF: French Connection Downsizes to 1 Store, Copper Branch to Double Store Count

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Other News: ‘Melissa’s Musts’ Pops-Up at Bayview Village, Shoppers Drug Mart’s Wellwise Opens 2nd store, Maje celebrates 20 years with Canadian activities, Amazing Brentwood’s 63 storey tower completes final pour, Birks to Close in Downtown Edmonton.
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Oakridge Centre Retail Transformation to Anchor Vancouver’s ‘City of the Future’ [Exclusive Interview]

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We spoke with QuadReal Executive VP of Retail, Andy Clydesdale about the retail component of a new municipal town centre that will be unlike anything seen in Canada to date.
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BRIEF: Miniso Enters Quebec, Montblanc Closes in Vancouver, Christian Louboutin Opens in Montreal

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Other News: Indochino Partners with NY Yankees, Surmesur Opens Vancouver Showroom, Change Lingerie Comes to Hamilton, Winners/HomeSense Opens Largest Location.
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4 Ways Canadian Retailers Can Create Loyalty and Drive Revenue

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A retail expert discusses what leading retailers are doing, and how they're doing it.
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Still Time to Register for Dx3 Conference, March 7-8

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Time is running out to attend Canada’s largest digital marketing, retail and advertising conference, which includes networking as well as an unprecedented roster of speakers.
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Can Government-Approved Pot Beat Street Weed?

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In competing with Canada's black markets, legal cannabis has potential strengths and weaknesses. Most flow directly from governments' policy choices.
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