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VIDEO: Amazon Prime Day 2026 expected to draw Canadian shoppers despite affordability pressures: Bruce Winder

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Consumers are grappling with elevated living costs, including higher fuel prices and persistent food inflation.

RH to Open in Former Club Monaco Building on Toronto’s Bloor Street

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RH is set to open a store in the former Club Monaco flagship building at 157 Bloor Street West in Toronto, bringing a new home furnishings tenant to one of Canada's most prominent retail locations.

How Consumer Preferences Are Reshaping Canadian Grocery Retail

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Canadian grocery retail is evolving as consumers embrace curated assortments, ethnic supermarkets, private-label products and value-focused shopping. Industry veteran Michael Commisso shares insights into the trends reshaping the sector.

Competition Bureau Continues Multi-Year Push Against Grocery Property Controls

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The Competition Bureau of Canada has expanded its investigation into Sobeys' use of property controls, continuing a multi-year effort that began with its 2023 grocery competition study and has already prompted changes across the grocery industry.

Prime Day spending set to hit $5.4B in Canada as participation jumps from 52% to 65% in a year

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70% expect to spend the same amount (51%) or more (19%) than they did last year.

Fran Deck, Steward of Toronto Landmark Fran’s Restaurant, Dies at 89

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Fran Deck, longtime steward of Toronto's historic Fran's Restaurant, has died at age 89. His legacy lives on through one of the city's most enduring dining institutions.

SELLIT9 raises $4.1M to expand recommerce trade-in platform across North America

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The funding round was led by the Business Development Bank of Canada’s Seed Venture Fund, with participation from MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund, AQC Capital and Anges Québec.

Federal government investing $173.7 million to expand women entrepreneurship supports

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Addressing persistent barriers faced by women entrepreneurs and to build on existing federal programming designed to support business creation and growth.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 22, 2026

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Manitoba eyes shrinkflation law, FIFA impacts Vancouver retail differently depending on location, Zellers nostalgia drives return, retailers open at Toronto's Pearson Airport, 7-Eleven closing at College and Spadina in Toronot, and other news.

Toys “R” Us Brand and Stores Head to Different Owners in Canada

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An Ontario court has approved the breakup of Toys “R” Us Canada, with the brand, stores and Vaughan Mills lease heading to separate buyers. The future of the remaining stores after January 2027 remains uncertain.

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Marc Cain Eyes Canadian Expansion Under New Leadership

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Marc Cain plans Canadian expansion under Jessica R’Bibo as the German fashion brand targets growth through premium malls and quiet luxury.

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RH to Open in Former Club Monaco Building on Toronto’s Bloor Street

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RH is set to open a store in the former Club Monaco flagship building at 157 Bloor Street West in Toronto, bringing a new home furnishings tenant to one of Canada's most prominent retail locations.

How Consumer Preferences Are Reshaping Canadian Grocery Retail

Competition Bureau Continues Multi-Year Push Against Grocery Property Controls

Prime Day spending set to hit $5.4B in Canada as participation jumps from 52% to 65% in a year

SELLIT9 raises $4.1M to expand recommerce trade-in platform across North America

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Canada’s Food Prices Have Outpaced Inflation Every Month Under Carney

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Food inflation has exceeded Canada's overall inflation rate for 15 consecutive months under Prime Minister Mark Carney, highlighting ongoing affordability concerns for households.

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Federal government investing $173.7 million to expand women entrepreneurship supports

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Addressing persistent barriers faced by women entrepreneurs and to build on existing federal programming designed to support business creation and growth.

Toys “R” Us Brand and Stores Head to Different Owners in Canada

Dollarama Reaches 96% of Canadian Households: Survey

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