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Aritzia Absorbs U.S. Tariff Hit as Growth Outpaces the Cost

Lee Rivett -
Aritzia is absorbing significant U.S. tariff costs as strong American sales growth and margin expansion continue to offset the pressure.

Retail trade sector dips in July: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Retailing activity at gasoline stations and fuel vendors (-3.5%) contracted in July, offsetting most of the increase recorded in the previous month.

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.

Craig’s Cookies Grows to 25 Locations as Franchise Brand Expands Nationally

Craig Patterson -
Craig’s Cookies has grown to 25 locations across Canada, with Edmonton expected next and Vancouver under consideration as the franchise network expands.

40% of Canadians drinking more coffee today than a year ago: Field Agent report

Mario Toneguzzi -
91% of Canadians consume coffee on a regular basis.

E-Commerce Brands Expand Creative Capabilities in the Age of AI: Neato

Mario Toneguzzi -
New Content Studio connects creative production, social commerce, and marketplace performance

Bed Bath & Beyond returns to Canada with e-commerce launch

Mario Toneguzzi -
The iconic home retailer returns with an e-commerce-first experience, a curated assortment built for Canadians, and a fresh vision for making home your own

CF Market Mall Partners With Grey Cup For Interactive Football Experience 

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Huddle features interactive skill challenges, digital simulators, and guest appearances from CFL athletes and team mascots

Food services and drinking places sales reach close to $9 billion in July: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
In July, the largest increase in sales in dollar terms came from full-service restaurants (+0.8%), the industry's seventh consecutive month-over-month increase.

Canadian coffee consumption evolving

Mario Toneguzzi -
The younger consumer’s influence on café menu development is huge.

Skip teams up with Domino’s

Mario Toneguzzi -
Domino's officially joins Skip's expanding network - and to celebrate, Canadians get 30% off their first three orders, delivered straight to their door

Daily Synopsis: September 28, 2026

Retail Insider -
Malls make a comeback in Canada, Little Debbie snacks return to Canada, Duer launches print magazine, Winnipeg perfume retailer in home ordered to close, Fort McMurray prepares for Walmart opening, and other news.

Competition Bureau concerned that grocery deals are being kept from Canadians

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Bureau said minimum advertised pricing policies can prevent retailers from advertising lower prices, even when they are prepared to offer those prices in-store.

Slate Grocery REIT agrees to US $2.3 billion buyout

Mario Toneguzzi -
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027. All-cash transaction of US $13 per unit

Sports Experts Unveils $8M CF Carrefour Laval Flagship

Craig Patterson -
Sports Experts has invested about $8 million to transform its 45,000-square-foot CF Carrefour Laval flagship, with early sales exceeding forecasts.

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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.

Craig’s Cookies Grows to 25 Locations as Franchise Brand Expands Nationally

40% of Canadians drinking more coffee today than a year ago: Field Agent report

E-Commerce Brands Expand Creative Capabilities in the Age of AI: Neato

Bed Bath & Beyond returns to Canada with e-commerce launch

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Aritzia Absorbs U.S. Tariff Hit as Growth Outpaces the Cost

Lee Rivett -
Aritzia is absorbing significant U.S. tariff costs as strong American sales growth and margin expansion continue to offset the pressure.

Retail trade sector dips in July: Statistics Canada

Payroll employment increases in retail trade: Statistics Canada

Retail sales dip in July: Statistics Canada

RBC: Canadian Consumer Spending Broadens as Cardholder Purchases Rise in August

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From The Desk: Retailers adapt formats and expansion amid labour, cost and consumer shifts

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Canadian retailers adjust store formats and expansion amid labour challenges, cost pressures and uneven spending, balancing growth with operational control.

Grocery Prices Face New Pressure as Diesel Costs Rise Across Canada

From The Desk: Strategic growth, pricing resilience and retail real estate shifts

How Premium Brands Defend Pricing as Products Become Easier to Copy

Why Food Inflation Is Running Hotter in Canada Than the U.S.

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CF Market Mall Partners With Grey Cup For Interactive Football Experience 

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Huddle features interactive skill challenges, digital simulators, and guest appearances from CFL athletes and team mascots

Food services and drinking places sales reach close to $9 billion in July: Statistics Canada

Canadian coffee consumption evolving

Skip teams up with Domino’s

Competition Bureau concerned that grocery deals are being kept from Canadians

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Reitmans (Canada) Limited reports Q2 financial results, net revenues decrease 1.9% y/y

Mario Toneguzzi -
Net earnings were $10.1 million ($0.20 basic and diluted earnings per share) as compared with net earnings of $13.1 million ($0.26 basic and diluted earnings per share) a year earlier.

Dollarama Q2 sales increase 17.6% y/y to surpass $2 billion

Consumer prices rise 3% y/y in August: Statistics Canada

North West Company Sees Northern Retail Spending Rise as First Nations Settlement Payments Accelerate

Canadian Small Businesses Grapple With Late Payments and Rising Debt

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