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Mandy’s opening latest location in Toronto’s The Distillery Historic District

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Located at 359 Front St E in the District, the 1,900-square-foot space will offer 30 seats indoors, along with an additional 15-seat patio.

Canadian retail resets as 17 million square feet returns to market

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“Canada’s retail market is moving through a supply-led reset, but demand has not broken.”

Calgary fashion-tech startup Prévoir expands AI-powered Shopify merchandising platform

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It extracts detailed product attributes from a brand's product images, such as colour and fabric, and pairs them with sales data to reveal which styles and design elements perform best.

Cozey expands global footprint with Australia launch

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The Australia expansion comes just six years after Cozey first launched in Canada and follows closely on the heels of its successful U.S. e-commerce debut in 2023.

Grocery Prices Stabilize, but Affordability Remains a Challenge in Canada

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Grocery prices are stabilizing in Canada, but affordability challenges persist as many households continue to struggle with rising food costs.

Cadillac Fairview Dominates Canada’s Top-Performing Shopping Centres

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Cadillac Fairview leads Canada’s most productive shopping centres, with seven properties in the national top 10 by sales per square foot.

Daily Synopsis: Apr 28, 2026

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Lululemon appoints new leadership, surveillance pricing questioned, Alice + Olivia entering Canada, Quebec furniture manufacturing in jeopardy, mixed feelings in Winnipeg amid crime curb efforts, and other news.

Lululemon Resets Leadership Amid Rising Competition

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Lululemon reshapes leadership with a new CEO and board appointments as competition intensifies and growth pressures emerge.

Self-Storage Proposed for Former Hudson’s Bay Centre in Toronto

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Brookfield’s new plan for the former Hudson’s Bay Centre at Yonge and Bloor introduces self-storage above street-level retail, signaling a shift in redevelopment strategy.

La Maison Simons Announces Downtown Vancouver store at CF Pacific Centre

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The location will occupy part of the mall's former Nordstrom space, and will be a welcome addition to Vancouver's downtown core which saw significant vacancies.

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Lululemon Resets Leadership Amid Rising Competition

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Lululemon reshapes leadership with a new CEO and board appointments as competition intensifies and growth pressures emerge.

Retail Leaders Outline Strategy Shifts at Rotman Event

Canada’s Department Stores and the Business of Staying Relevant

Canadian Retail in Transition Conference Set for Toronto

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Grocery Prices Stabilize, but Affordability Remains a Challenge in Canada

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Grocery prices are stabilizing in Canada, but affordability challenges persist as many households continue to struggle with rising food costs.

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Public Grocery Stores Debate Gains Traction in Canada

Meat and Produce Prices Rise Together in Canada

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Sales at greenhouses rise for 5th consecutive year: Statistics Canada

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Total greenhouse area increased by 1.4% to 35.9 million square metres in 2025. Ontario accounted for just under two-thirds (64.9%) of total greenhouse area nationally in 2025.

METRO reports Q2 financial results with sales rising more than 4% from last year

Goodfood Market reports $7 million net loss in Q2

Consumer spending plans remain muted: Bank of Canada

Consumer Price Index accelerates in March: Statistics Canada

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Tim Cook Transitioning to Apple Executive Chairman as John Ternus Becomes CEO

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Apple has announced a leadership transition, with Tim Cook stepping into the role of executive chairman while John Ternus takes over as CEO effective September 1, 2026. This change is the result of a long-term succession planning process approved by the Board of Directors.

Johny Srouji Appointed Apple’s Chief Hardware Officer in Significant Leadership Shift

OPA! of Greece names new President and CEO

MBI Brands taps new President to lead next phase of strategic growth and global expansion

Kits Eyecare appoints Tai Silvey as President

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Faulty Meat Scales Cost Canadians Millions

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Faulty meat scales may be costing Canadians millions annually, raising concerns about grocery pricing accuracy and regulatory oversight.

From The Desk: Strategic Growth and Market Polarization Shape Canadian Retail

Small Business: Elevating First Impressions Online

Canada’s Shrinking Middle Class Is Fueling Food Inflation

Iran Conflict Could Trigger New Food Price Shock in Canada

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The Brick Chick grows with LEGO popularity

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An independent parts and custom design business serving adult collectors across the U.S. and Canada.

Coast Appliances Files for CCAA After Leadership Exit

Aritzia Unveils Expanded Flagship at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Woodbine Mall CCAA Signals Shift to Redevelopment

Canada losing businesses at an alarming rate: CFIB

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How Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Has Changed Since Pre-COVID

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A comparison of 2019 and 2025 data reveals how Canadian shopping centre performance has shifted, with top-tier malls strengthening their dominance.

Calgary’s retail market remains extremely tight: Barclay Street Real Estate

First-party fraud rises amidst economic pressures: Equifax

Canadian Shopping Centre Performance Trends (2023–2025)

Canadian Spending Holds Steady as Consumers Shift Priorities

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PepsiCo Canada’s Cara Keating Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

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Cara Keating, CEO of PepsiCo Canada, receives RCC’s Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her impact on retail and consumer goods in Canada.

PÜR Gum Founder Jay Klein on Growth and Dragons’ Den

Jillian Harris Named RCC Retail Ambassador of the Year

VIDEO: Healthy Earth, Healthy Body

London Drugs President Clint Mahlman to Retire

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How Luxury Retail Actually Works: Retail & Store Execution

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Inside luxury retail execution, from flagship storytelling and pop-up strategy to operational playbooks that scale performance. Craig Patterson interviews expert Douglas Mandel.

How Strait of Hormuz Tensions Are Set to Raise Grocery Prices in Canada

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Why Imports Won’t Fix Canada’s Beef Price Problem

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