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Sephora Canada to open its first-ever small store in Kitsilano, Vancouver

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The opening marks Sephora Canada's 147th store nationwide.

Canada moves into a technical recession, but retail sector sees quarterly growth

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Retail trade rose 1.0% in the first quarter, with health and personal care retailers (+3.5%) and general merchandise stores (+3.2%) contributing the most to the sector's quarterly growth.

Tilley Expands Retail Footprint With Three New Stores

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Tilley is expanding its Canadian store network with new locations at The Well, Victoria and Bayview Village as the brand evolves beyond hats.

Canadians Turn Stores Into ‘Third Spaces’: Adyen

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Gen Z’s lead the adoption of stores as third spaces (69%), followed by Millennials (61%), Gen X (57%), and Boomers (51%).

OAKBERRY Açaí Launches 2026 Canada Expansion

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Additional locations are currently in development, with more to be announced soon, bringing the Canadian total to over 40 stores by the end of 2026.

Jobs in retail and hospitality sectors continue to decline: Statistics Canada

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On a year-over-year basis, payroll employment in retail trade was down by 20,300 (-1.0%).

Canada’s Counter-Tariffs Result in Temporary Price Increases

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In 2025, Canada imposed counter-tariffs on US imports, causing a notable increase in retail prices. The analysis reveals that these price hikes were short-lived, largely dependent on retailers' expectations and transparency with consumers.

Oakridge Park Opens to Crowds in Vancouver

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Oakridge Park opened to large crowds in Vancouver, unveiling 500,000 square feet of retail with luxury brands, dining and more to come.

Daily Synopsis: May 28, 2026

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Retail Insider's latest articles cover Toronto retail evolution, brand strategy shifts, grocery trends, and leadership updates in Canadian retail.

L’Oréal Canada announces appointment of Stéphane Bérubé as President and CEO

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L'Oréal Canada Canada is a subsidiary of the L'Oréal Group, the world's leading beauty company.

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Jobs in retail and hospitality sectors continue to decline: Statistics Canada

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