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Galerie de Bellefeuille Expanding to New York and Miami

Galerie de Bellefeuille marks 45 years with plans to open new gallery locations in New York City and Miami in 2026.

RONA’s Value Strategy: Where Brand, Retail Media, and Vendors Connect

A closer look at how RONA aligns brand building, retail media, and digital to connect with customers —and what vendors need to understand.

Nadège Nourian Launches Chez Nad in Toronto

Nadège Nourian expands her pâtisserie brand with Chez Nad, a modern French bistronomie table opening on Queen Street West in Toronto.

Yonge North York BIA launches tourism website, self-guided food tours

The website is positioned as a central digital hub highlighting businesses, public art and events in the Yonge North York district, while the food tours are designed to encourage residents and visitors to explore local restaurants clustered around major transit stations.

From the Desk: Retail Expansion, Financial Resilience, and Innovation in Early 2026

As the new year unfolds, the Canadian retail landscape is defined by bold strategic moves, cautious optimism amid economic pressures, and innovative responses to evolving consumer behaviours.

AFA United in Style 2026 Unites Fashion Communities

AFA United in Style runs February 8–10, 2026 in Toronto, connecting footwear, apparel and accessories alongside the Thredz Show.

Solis Movement Opens Third Toronto Studio in the East End

Solis Movement expands with an 8,000 square foot east-end studio, adding new programming, wellness services, and a deeper Toronto community focus.

Moxies to Close Yorkdale Restaurant After 18 Years

Moxies will close its Yorkdale Shopping Centre restaurant on January 17, 2026 as the brand looks ahead to its next phase of growth.

Toronto Gift + Home Market Returns as Canada’s Largest Spring Wholesale Trade Event

The Toronto Gift + Home Market returns January 25–29, 2026, bringing retailers and exhibitors together for Canada’s largest spring wholesale trade event.

Moose Knuckles Refines Retail Strategy With Eaton Centre Move

Moose Knuckles relocates its CF Toronto Eaton Centre store as the Canadian brand sharpens its retail, product, and global growth strategy.

Bloor-Yorkville BIA Appoints Janet McCausland as Executive Director

Toronto's Bloor-Yorkville BIA has appointed Janet McCausland as Executive Director, succeeding Briar de Lange as the luxury district enters its next phase.

KaleMart24 Expands Rapidly With Toronto Entry Planned for 2026

Montreal-based KaleMart24 plans a major Toronto debut in 2026 as the wellness-focused convenience brand accelerates national expansion.

Remembering Karl Dodham of Hudson’s Bay’s Queen Street

A memorial to Karl Dodham, the creative force behind Hudson’s Bay’s Queen Street holiday magic, remembered by colleagues after the 2025 closure.

Tom Ford Opens First Canadian Storefront at Yorkdale

Tom Ford opens its first Canadian standalone boutique at Yorkdale, marking a major milestone in the brand’s North American luxury expansion.

Club Monaco Closes Its First-Ever Store on Queen West

Club Monaco has shuttered its original 1985 Queen Street West store, marking the end of a defining chapter in Canadian fashion retail.

Splash and Dash Opens First Canadian Location in Toronto

Splash and Dash has opened at CF Shops at Don Mills, bringing a membership grooming model, boutique products, and spa add-ons to Toronto dog owners.

Boxing Day Still Matters for Canadian Retail, New Data Shows

Vividata data shows Boxing Day remains a major Canadian retail moment, driven by planned purchases, regional strength, and more affluent shoppers.

Is Your Toronto Commercial Lease Ready for World Cup 2026?

Toronto businesses should review leases now for World Cup 2026, covering signage, permitted use, patios, bylaws, and FIFA rules, says a lawyer in an op-ed.

Simpsons WWII Roll of Honour Finds New Home at TD Museum

The WWII Simpsons Roll of Honour has been installed at TD’s downtown Toronto museum, preserving a rare piece of Canadian retail and wartime history.

BHC Chicken Tests Canadian Market With Toronto Flagship

BHC Chicken reflects on its first year in Toronto as it positions Canada as a strategic base for North American expansion.

Manulife Centre Launches Atelier Noël Holiday Experience

Manulife Centre debuts Atelier Noël, a curated holiday experience blending floral art, music, gifting, and charitable giving in Bloor-Yorkville.

RONA to Complete Final RONA+ Store Conversions in 2026

RONA inc. will convert its final 10 stores to the RONA+ banner in 2026, completing a national transformation following Lowe’s exit from Canada.

AIRE Ancient Baths Opens First Canadian Location in Toronto

AIRE Ancient Baths has opened its first Canadian location in Toronto, transforming a 1912 heritage building into a candlelit wellness retreat.

Hudson’s Bay Holiday Windows Return at Queen and Yonge

Hudson’s Bay holiday windows return to Queen and Yonge as Cadillac Fairview revives the historic displays with a festive Mars Wrigley Canada activation.

Toronto Waterfront Retail Gains New Momentum

Harbourfront’s growing attractions and year-round programming strengthen foot traffic and support new leasing opportunities.
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