Harry Rosen to Relocate Bloor Street Flagship to New Cumberland Street Premises in Toronto
The luxury menswear retailer has leased four ground floor retail spaces and two office levels on Cumberland Street to create a new store, made necessary because of a redevelopment of its current building.
Chick-fil-A Sets Sights on Alberta: Plans for 20 New Restaurants by 2030 [Interview]
The US-based quick service restaurant concept is rapidly growing its presence in Canada by entering new markets.
Canadian Travel Brand Monos Unveils Plans for Toronto and US Stores with Retail Expansion Planned [Interview]
The Vancouver-based brand, launched in 2019, will be opening unique storefronts in major markets as part of a major expansion initiative into 2025.
Toronto-Based Nani’s Gelato Announces Major Location Expansion and New Cafe Concept Rollout [Interview]
The popular dessert spot plans to open dozens of locations over the next three years, as it grows its concept to include stores with dedicated seating areas.
French Sports Retailer Decathlon Repositioning with Renovated Stores and Brand Signage, Including Canadian Locations
The world's largest sporting goods retailer will showcase its new look at a new store near Vancouver, with plans to renovate other locations as part of a major company initiative.
Higher Prices for Less Chocolate this Easter in Canada as Cocoa Costs Soar to Record Highs [Op-ed]
Sylvain Charlebois says that chocolate companies are shrinking the sizes of items and reformulating ingredients as cocoa prices explode in a global crisis that is impacting Canada.
Peter Pond Mall in Fort McMurray Sees New Retail Tenants and High Sales Productivity Growth [Interview]
The affluent area has propelled retail sales at the two-level downtown mall to over 30% higher than they were in 2019, prior to the pandemic, with record-breaking sales at a recent Sephora store opening.
Vancouver Retail Market Slows as Demand for Space Remains Strong: JLL ReportÂ
The city is seeing increased demand for retail space despite economic uncertainty, which includes a slowdown in some key categories such as home furnishings and jewellery.
Robson Street in Vancouver Shifting with New Retailers being Added [Podcast]
Craig and Lee discuss significant retail changes on Vancouver's Robson Street, including new store openings like adidas and Arc'teryx, the relocation of Roots, and upcoming developments.
Inside Look: Pigeon Coffee Opens at Brookfield Place in downtown Toronto [Photos/Interview]
The "world's worst coffee" concept is growing its presence in Toronto with a unique location that is part of a larger expansion.
Leger Survey: Consumer Perceptions Vary as Canadians Grapple with Rising Grocery Costs, Blaming Retailers, Government, Global Trends
A survey shows differences in Canadians' opinions and perceptions on what's happening at supermarket chains, including regional differences that are striking.
Ontario-Based Charcoal Group of Restaurants Plans to Double Number of Locations [Interview]
The company operates several established brands in Ontario including Beertown, Sole Restaurant, The Moose, Charcoal Steakhouse and others, with plans to grow these in new markets.
Adding a Carbon Charge to the Bill at the Restaurant: Backlash at the Till [Op-Ed]
Sylvain Charlebois discusses the recent controversy around a restaurant in Toronto adding a new fee, sparking debate while providing learning opportunities.
Anatomy of a Leader: Robin Kovitz, CEO of Baskits Inc.
Through entrepreneurship, she found fulfillment in direct performance-based compensation and flexibility in managing her schedule, with an evolving leadership style that has gained her respect and the company success.