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Maxi Plans 13,000-Square-Foot Store at Montreal’s Former Forum
Maxi will open a 13,000-square-foot grocery store at Montreal’s former Forum in 2027, extending Loblaw’s compact urban discount strategy.
B.C.-Built Lemonade Lab Brings Tap Payments to Kid-Run Businesses
B.C.-built Lemonade Lab gives young entrepreneurs access to tap payments, digital storefronts and business lessons under parental supervision.
How B.C.’s House of Q Built a North American BBQ Brand Through Specialty Retail
From competition pits to hundreds of retail shelves, B.C.-based House of Q is building a North American BBQ brand through specialty retail and award-winning products.
Toronto-Based Rawcology launches GUT TO GO probiotic snack bites, expands retail distribution across Canada
The launch marks the company's latest product expansion as it responds to growing consumer interest in convenient foods with added nutritional benefits.
June spending holds steady as Canadians balance essentials and experiences: RBC
“The breadth of spending increases across categories points to households maintaining a cautiously optimistic view heading into the summer even as they remain selective about bigger-ticket discretionary purchases.”
Retailers risk losing sales as more shoppers expect tap-to-pay, Oobit survey finds
44% say a no-tap business feels outdated, a perception problem that compounds the lost sales.
Why consumer behaviour is becoming harder to predict in the AI shopping era
"The whole game is moving from understanding audiences to understanding intent. The brands that make that jump win.”
Why smart retail brands are investing more in in-store experiences despite e-commerce growth
80% of consumers say in-person events are the most trusted way to discover new products — and 85% are more likely to make a purchase after engaging with a brand in person.
Daily Synopsis: July 14, 2026
Fake fashion stores mislead Canadian consumers online, how malls have sifted with society, Steve's Music auctioning remaining gear, Healthy Planet opening store, Frenchy's thrift store gets own musical, and other news.
Retail Insider “Luxury Report”: Control, Concentration and the Rise of Canada’s Premier Retail Nodes
Canada's luxury retail market is becoming increasingly concentrated around a select group of premier destinations as brands prioritize flagship stores, direct customer relationships and experience-led retail. Retail Insider's latest report examines the forces reshaping luxury investment, real estate and competition.
Bakebe Finds Early Success at CF Markville as Experiential Retail Continues to Grow
Bakebe has opened its first Canadian location at CF Markville, bringing its app-guided baking concept to Canada as experiential retail continues to grow.
Canadian Retailers Face New Discovery Challenge as Shoppers Turn to AI
Canadian retailers face a new challenge as shoppers turn to AI for product discovery, with Retail Rewired’s Chris Parsons urging stronger content, reviews and product data.
Canadian Retail Employment Rebounds but Remains Down Nearly 72,000 Jobs
Canadian wholesale and retail employment rose in June but remains down nearly 72,000 jobs, with Suzanne Sears warning of staffing and service pressures.
Aritzia, Group Dynamite outperform retail sector by targeting affluent shoppers: analyst
Winder said both companies have posted results that far exceed typical retail growth, with strong double-digit sales increases and improved profit margins at a time when many retailers are contending with cautious consumer spending.
Canadians entering pay periods with much of income already committed: MNP survey
61 per cent of Canadians say at least half of their income is already allocated before they receive it.
Restaurant industry leads Canada in youth job growth through first half of 2026
While most other industries have been cutting youth jobs, the restaurant industry employed an average of 52,770 more youth during the first half of 2026 than during the same period in 2025.
Jersey Mike’s opening first Manitoba restaurant as Redberry expands Canadian footprint
The opening also launches a five-day fundraising campaign in support of Make-A-Wish Canada, part of a broader commitment announced in May to raise $1 million for the charity by 2030.
Rising costs and supply chain volatility put consumer goods brands under growing pressure: DOSS
36% made major business decisions using outdated or incorrect data.
Daily Synopsis: Jul 13, 2026
Aritzia seeing success, 4th generation takes over Prince Albert clothing store, Peter Nygard pleads guilty on sexual assault charges, and other news.
Retail Insider “Consumer Behavior & Retail Economy Report”: Canada’s Market Grows Increasingly Divided
Retail Insider's latest Consumer Behavior and Retail Economy Report examines how affordability pressures, selective spending, retail real estate polarization, and widening differences between value and premium segments are reshaping Canada's retail landscape and influencing strategic decisions across the industry.
Mondetta Returns to Physical Retail at Holt Renfrew as National Expansion Takes Shape
Mondetta has returned to physical retail with a Holt Renfrew pop-up in Toronto as the Canadian brand plans permanent stores and a national expansion.
New Retail-Theft Sentencing Rules Take Effect in Canada July 15
New federal retail-theft sentencing reforms take effect July 15, adding an aggravating factor for theft intended for resale, barter or fraudulent return.
Canadian Shoppers Choose by Mission, Not Channel, New Research Finds
A recent study from the Retail Council of Canada reveals how Canadian consumers navigate affordability through competitive shopping strategies, using both online and in-store resources to find the best deals.
CHFA launches Greenhouse program to support emerging Canadian wellness brands
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.
Kicking Horse Coffee launches Cool Mule cold brew blend as Canadian brand targets new growth
Cold coffee is one of the fastest-growing segments in Canadian coffee.
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