wellness

Daily Synopsis: Jul 24, 2026

Retail Insider -
Local food hubs proposed to address grocery competition, Loblaw brings 'goss' campaign back for Ossfest in Toronto, Toys R Us stores clearning out in Winnipeg, and other news.

Daily Synopsis: Jul 22, 2026

Retail Insider -
Grocery code reports finds hesitancy to report concerns, Quebec Court of Appeal enforces SSENSE settlement, Happy Belly expanding Yolks to Edmonton's Brewery District, Ariana Grande hosting 'Petal' listening parties in Canadian record stores, and other news.

Sweat and Tonic Sets October Opening for Yorkville Club

Craig Patterson -
Sweat and Tonic will open its 18,000-square-foot Yorkville club this October, bringing together strength training, cycling, yoga, recovery and hospitality as the Toronto wellness company continues to evolve.

Retail Insider “Health & Beauty Report”: Scale, Integration and Trust Reshape the Market

Lee Rivett -
Retail Insider's latest Health & Beauty Report examines how pharmacy services, loyalty ecosystems, wellness, digital care and consumer trust are reshaping Canada's health and beauty retail sector, with implications for retailers, brands, landlords, investors and the broader healthcare ecosystem.

Why CHFA NOW Toronto Matters for Retailers Navigating the Future of Wellness

Craig Patterson -
CHFA NOW Toronto 2026 brings together retailers, suppliers and emerging brands to help businesses discover the products and trends shaping the future of wellness retail in Canada.

Toronto-Based Rawcology launches GUT TO GO probiotic snack bites, expands retail distribution across Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The launch marks the company's latest product expansion as it responds to growing consumer interest in convenient foods with added nutritional benefits.

CHFA launches Greenhouse program to support emerging Canadian wellness brands

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Greenhouse will make its debut at CHFA NOW in Toronto on Sept. 26 and 27, giving participating companies a presence on the trade show floor at an event focused on the natural, organic and wellness products sector.

Q2 2026 Canadian Health & Beauty: Scale, Integration and Trust Reshape the Market

Craig Patterson -
Canadian health and beauty retail is being reshaped by pharmacy-led services, loyalty ecosystems, digital tools, and trusted product claims as operators deepen customer relationships and expand wellness offerings.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 5, 2026

Retail Insider -
Questions about Zellers' success in struggling retail sector, pot stores have high hopes for World Cup fans, downtown Calgary Hudson's Bay building shows signs of disrepair, widespread criminal gangs hit retail, and other news.

Daily Synopsis: May 27, 2026

Retail Insider -
Lululemon reaches agreement with Chip Wilson over board nominees, thrift store popularity up, Longo's opening in King City, Shein accused of stealing Indigenous designs, and other news.

Penticton fitness studio Lark Lagree opens flagship location in Canadian debut

Mario Toneguzzi -
The location includes 10 Lagree Megaformers, a coffee and tea bar, athleisure apparel, private infrared sauna facilities, custom-tile showers, lounges and grooming amenities.

Canadian Retail Sales Show Uneven Growth as Wellness Spending Surges

J.C. Williams Group -
Canadian retail sales rose 4.0% in February, driven by health and wellness, while electronics and alcohol categories declined.

VIMALIFE Expands Toronto Fitness with Leslieville Club

Craig Patterson -
VIMALIFE expands Toronto fitness with an 11,000 sq. ft. membership-only club in Leslieville focused on community, design, and long-term wellness.

CHFA NOW Vancouver announces 5 trends leading wellness aisles across Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The CHFA is Canada's largest trade association dedicated to natural, organic and wellness products. 

Fitness World Plans $50M for Canadian Expansion

Craig Patterson -
Fitness World Canada will invest $50 million to open 25 new clubs and launch franchising, targeting Ontario, Alberta, and beyond.

How Chi Junky founder Rachelle Wintzen built Toronto’s pioneering full-service wellness studio over 12 years

Mario Toneguzzi -
She’s built one of Toronto’s most enduring studio brands - and a model that has influenced some of the city’s biggest players. 

Adelaide Club launches ‘The Retreat,’ Toronto’s newest state-of-the-art recovery and wellness destination

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Adelaide Club unveils The Retreat, a cutting-edge recovery space in downtown Toronto offering HydroMassage, Hyperice Normatec, PEMF therapy, and more as part of its refreshed brand.

Panda Pilates opens in Mississauga with wellness café

Mario Toneguzzi -
Panda Pilates opens in Mississauga, offering Pilates classes and a wellness café focused on mindful movement, core strength, and overall well-being.

STRONG Pilates opening new studios in Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
STRONG Pilates is changing the fitness scene in Canada with its unique, low-impact workout approach and new studios.

Altea announces major expansion into Edmonton with new 125,000-square-foot wellness & fitness flagship (Images)

Mario Toneguzzi -
Altea Active is a Canadian luxury fitness + wellness brand delivering a comprehensive experience that fuses boutique studio classes, premium strength & cardio, recovery amenities, and vibrant social community into a single membership.

10XTO opening Contrast Zone Sauna and Cold Plunge Lounge in Toronto

Mario Toneguzzi -
10XTO launches the Contrast Zone, a new wellness space featuring sauna, cold plunge tubs, and red light therapy, exclusive to members and hotel guests.

Supernatural to launch in Yorkville as Canada’s 1st advanced longevity and wellness destination

Mario Toneguzzi -
Supernatural is a first-of-its-kind personal optimization space founded by Toronto-based health performance expert John Kozman.

RCVRI Wellness Studio opens in Toronto’s Entertainment District

Mario Toneguzzi -
RCVRI, 2,300-square-foot space, introduces a curated collection of science-backed health and recovery therapies — a first-of-its-kind concept for North America.

Cleaning With Purpose: Guests on Earth redefining home care as next wellness frontier

Mario Toneguzzi -
Jackie Prince, Founder of Guests on Earth, launched the company in March 2022, inspired by the challenges of home life during the pandemic.

Canadian Grace: 100% women-owned Ontario-based wellness brand launches amid Buy-Canadian movement

Mario Toneguzzi -
Canadian Grace has officially launched with a mission to offer ethically-sourced, organic, and natural skincare products—crafted and distributed from Canada.
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