Toronto

LEGO Opens Store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, Expanding Downtown Toronto Retail Presence

Craig Patterson -
The LEGO Group has opened a 2,637-square-foot store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, occupying a retail unit previously used by Rodd & Gunn and Ted Baker. The opening is part of a three-store GTA expansion, with the downtown leasing transaction handled by Odyssey Retail Canada's Ryan McCarthy.

Mine & Yours Celebrates 13 Years with Glamorous Toronto Fashion Show as Canadian Expansion Continues

Craig Patterson -
Mine & Yours celebrated its 13th anniversary with a glamorous fashion show at Toronto's El Mocambo featuring Jeanne Beker and luxury designer labels. Founder Courtney Watkins also confirmed new Holt Renfrew developments in Montréal, Mississauga and Calgary as the Canadian resale retailer expands.

Museum of Toronto to Transform Historic Downtown Bank Space into New Cultural Destination

Craig Patterson -
Museum of Toronto will open at 2 Queen Street East in April 2027, converting a former Bank of Montreal space into a free cultural destination backed by a $35 million gift.

Twenty Two Media Launches foodism Creator Program With Six Toronto Influencers

Mario Toneguzzi -
The new initiative connects brands with food, wine, travel and lifestyle experts through creator-led video, editorial oversight and multi-channel campaigns.

Tanya Taylor Opens First Canadian Store in Toronto’s Summerhill Neighbourhood

Craig Patterson -
Toronto-born designer Tanya Taylor has opened her first Canadian boutique at The James in Summerhill. The 750-square-foot store is her brand's third standalone location and joins a growing mix of specialty retailers at Scrivener Square.

Daily Synopsis: October 15, 2026

Retail Insider -
Patagonia opening downtown Kelowna store Friday, No Frills opening in SW Edmonton, Denny's expanding with Woodstock location, metro Vancouver restaurant named best in North America, and other news.

mini mioche Returns to Toronto Retail as Trade War Reshapes Growth Strategy

Craig Patterson -
mini mioche opens a Toronto flagship as CEO Jacquelyn Corbett discusses trade uncertainty, Canadian manufacturing, wholesale growth and retail expansion.

SMYTHE Appoints Former Canada Goose Executive Ana Mihaljevic CEO as Brand Expands

Craig Patterson -
Toronto fashion brand SMYTHE has appointed former Canada Goose executive Ana Mihaljevic as CEO as it prepares to open at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in 2027. Mihaljevic will also speak at Retail Insider @ Rotman on November 3.

Retail Insider @ Rotman Returns November 3 with Four Canadian Retail Leaders Exploring Customer Fit

Craig Patterson -
Retail Insider and Rotman reunite November 3 for four fireside chats on finding customer fit. Leaders from Harry Rosen, Roots, SMYTHE and Absolutely Fabrics will discuss changing consumer expectations, retail strategy and the future of Canadian retail.

Browns Shoes Expands Canadian Store Network Following Toronto Eaton Centre Flagship Opening

Craig Patterson -
Browns Shoes opens a new Toronto Eaton Centre flagship and outlines Canadian store openings, renovations and relocations planned through 2027.

Sold-Out Dealmaking Floor Caps Strong ICSC@CANADA in Toronto

Craig Patterson -
ICSC@CANADA returned to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre's North Building from October 5 to 7, drawing retail landlords, brokers, developers and retailers from across the country

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.

Daily Synopsis: October 2, 2026

Retail Insider -
Resale reshaping Canadian retail, Reitmans cuts 41 HQ jobs, Starbucks Closes over 37 Canadian locations, Zellers opening at Shoppers World in Brampton, and other news.

Lunaro Hospitality opens first restaurant with chef Justin Friedlich in Toronto

Mario Toneguzzi -
Shay Ristorante is named after Friedlich’s daughter and is described as a personal expression of his heritage and story, with a focus on creating a dining experience centred on family and Italian culinary traditions.

STEFF ELEOFF Builds Canadian Retail Presence with Holt Renfrew Pop-Ups

Craig Patterson -
Toronto-based jewellery brand brings experiential concepts to Yorkdale and Bloor Street as physical retail becomes a larger part of its growth strategy.

Altea leases 51,000 square feet for new wellness club in Toronto’s Leaside

Mario Toneguzzi -
The deal marks the second project between Altea and RioCan and comes as the Canadian fitness and wellness operator looks for additional sites in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta.

Harry Rosen Opens New Yorkville Flagship in Toronto

Craig Patterson -
Harry Rosen opened its impressive new 38,000-square-foot Yorkville flagship in Toronto on Wednesday, the largest single store investment in the company’s history.

Yorkdale Retail Shakeup Includes Zara Expansion, Indigo Move and New Luxury Stores

Craig Patterson -
Yorkdale Shopping Centre is undergoing major changes as Zara expands, Indigo relocates and luxury brands including Gucci, Rolex and Van Cleef & Arpels prepare new stores.

Jaybird to open third Toronto studio in Midtown

Mario Toneguzzi -
The new location at 2574 Yonge St. is scheduled to open in early October, joining Jaybird's existing studios in Yorkville and Queen West.

It’s Not Too Late to Attend CHFA NOW Toronto This Weekend

Retail Insider -
CHFA NOW Toronto takes place September 25–27 at Exhibition Place. There’s still time for qualified industry professionals to attend, with on-site registration available.

Daily Synopsis: September 21, 2026

Retail Insider -
FreschCo gaining market share amid expansion, Meta's Muse AI blocked by Amazon, CAA closing some storefronts, Armani Cafe opening at Oakridge Park, Piri Piri chicken launches first food truck in Montreal, and other news.

Absolutely Fabrics Opens Grand Summerhill Flagship in Toronto

Craig Patterson -
Absolutely Fabrics has opened a 7,000-square-foot Summerhill flagship in Toronto, adding menswear as the affluent neighbourhood sees new residential and retail investment.

Supernatural brings longevity wellness to retail space with new Yorkville concept

Mario Toneguzzi -
Toronto wellness destination Supernatural is bringing the growing longevity category into retail with a curated Yorkville space focused on sleep, recovery, performance and wellness products.

Bloor Street Retail Update: New Stores, Flagships and Major Changes Reshape Toronto Luxury Corridor

Craig Patterson -
Toronto’s Bloor Street is seeing another wave of retail change, with RH, Delysées and Tiffany arriving, Holt Renfrew evolving, Harry Rosen relocating and major redevelopment projects moving ahead.

Mine & Yours Marks 13 Years as Luxury Resale Starts Looking More Like Luxury Retail

Lee Rivett -
Mine & Yours marks 13 years as the Canadian luxury reseller expands its retail footprint, deepens its Holt Renfrew partnership and builds a business model in which customers increasingly serve as both shoppers and suppliers.
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