WitchSchool Canada is testing a collaborative retail model in a 160-square-foot storefront in Ottawa’s ByWard Market. Founder Kiki Keskinen says the grant-supported residency connects independent entrepreneurs through shared programming, customer referrals and promotional opportunities, while raising questions about long-term operating costs.
North America's largest shipping container market, established in 2019, announces a 10+ year lease extension with the City of Toronto as it also launches a venture called STACKTˣ to help accelerate small businesses across Canada.
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The unique and experiential market spans 2.4 acres on some of the most valuable real estate in Canada, and will be open until September of 2020, if not later.