Square One

Daily Synopsis: October 5, 2026

Retail Insider -
Small grocery chains at risk amid rising costs, Metro Vancouver leads North America in luxury store openings with Oakridge Park, Northmart renovates Iqaluit store, Sephora opening at Liberty Village in Toronto, Zellers appears to be opening in Cambridge Centre, and other news.

Square One Reshapes Retail Mix with New Tenants

Craig Patterson -
Square One in Mississauga is seeing a major tenant refresh as Tiffany prepares a standalone boutique, Rolex expands, and SUPER MINISO, POP MART, LEGO, Flying Tiger Copenhagen and other retailers move in.

LEGO Expands Canadian Store Network with Three GTA Locations

Craig Patterson -
The LEGO Group is increasing its Canadian store network by 25% this fall, adding three Greater Toronto Area locations in what the company describes as its largest Canadian retail expansion in more than five years.

DAVIDsTEA Opens Square One Flagship as Canadian Store Expansion Advances

Craig Patterson -
DAVIDsTEA opens a flagship at Square One in Mississauga as it targets 25 Canadian stores and reports broader sales benefits from new locations.

Daily Synopsis: May 1, 2026

Retail Insider -
Canadian retailers lean into domestic produce amid trade tensions, second Renaud-Bray closes in Quebec City during strike, Toronto teen builds viral hoodie brand on TikTok, SHEIN opens in Montreal, and other news.

Square One Anchors Mississauga’s Downtown Transformation

Craig Patterson -
Square One evolves into the centre of Mississauga’s new downtown, with strong retail sales and rapid mixed-use growth.

Flying Tiger Enters Canada with GTA Store Launch

Craig Patterson -
Flying Tiger Copenhagen will open Canadian stores starting June 2026, replacing former Fox Home locations across the GTA.

Samsung Expands With New Square One Experience Store

Lee Rivett -
Samsung opens its new Experience Store at Square One, expanding its GTA reach with an immersive retail space and full Galaxy AI lineup.

% Arabica Expands in Toronto with Sherway, Square One Stores

Craig Patterson -
Japanese coffee brand % Arabica opens new Toronto-area locations at Sherway Gardens and Square One, expanding its minimalist design and premium coffee concept in Canada.

Minecraft’s new interactive adventure to make Canadian debut at Square One

Mario Toneguzzi -
Minecraft is the best-selling game of all time with over 300 million copies sold, entertaining players from around the world through gaming and the recently released blockbuster film A Minecraft Movie.

YMCA to Open New Facility at Mississauga’s Square One

Craig Patterson -
YMCA to open in Mississauga's Square One shopping centre in 2027, taking over a former cinema space as part of a major downtown redevelopment.

Oxford Properties Showcases Remix Project Artists in GTA

Craig Patterson -
Oxford Properties partners with The Remix Project to spotlight emerging artists in GTA malls and offices, starting with a Black History Month campaign.

Lisa Gozlan Jewellery Expands with New Stores in Canada

Craig Patterson -
Lisa Gozlan Jewellery opens new stores in Mississauga and Vancouver, with plans for Yorkdale in 2025, marking rapid growth across Canada.

Mejuri Opens New Store at Square One in Mississauga

Craig Patterson -
Mejuri expands with its ninth Canadian store at Mississauga's Square One, offering an immersive fine jewelry retail experience with a focus on community and luxury.

Square One adding new retailers, dining, and family spaces

Craig Patterson -
Square One Shopping Centre in Mississauga welcomes new luxury brands, dining options, and family-friendly spaces, solidifying its role as a community hub.

Diamonds Direct® Brand Expanding Stores Throughout Canada

Craig Patterson -
The brand aims to disrupt the diamond business in Canada with plans for growth in major markets.
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