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The Canadian retailer seized the opportunity when a prime location became available, with plans to further grow the chain known for its courtesy car chargers, popcorn, coffee, kids’ movie and colouring areas.

The H&M sister brand will open its 7th Canadian storefront, being its second-largest, in retail spaces once occupied by A/X Armani Exchange and BCBG. 

The first-of-its kind cutting-edge retail space will be used as a prototype for the chain as it embraces the future of experiential retail. Innovations allow visitors to see a vast assortment product not actually in the store by using augmented reality, video walls and touchscreens. 

After more than a decade of e-commerce success, the customized die-cut sticker company, StickerYou, launched the world’s largest sticker store in a trendy retail area.

The popular Canadian retail chain’s concept stores are highly experiential, and the company is also launching unique influencer partnerships amid impressive growth plans.

The well-thought out spaces are intended to create interactive experiences for consumers in efficient spaces that maximize productivity. 

As Canadians increasingly shop online over physical stores, a researcher says that brands not keeping up “are going to just disappear”. 

An expert explains how retailers need to anticipate customer needs at a time of significant shifts in the retail industry. 

The unique brand is utilizing a temporary physical retail strategy to build brand awareness as well as drive traffic to its Canadian website, with long-term plans that could include permanent storefronts.

The 6,000 square foot space is now the largest leased concession for any brand at Holt Renfrew, featuring dramatic design and high-quality craftsmanship.

The unique Canadian fashion brand, which is the brainchild of award-winning retail and real estate strategist Emily Salsbury-Deveaux, will open its second location this week as it eyes a cross-Canada direct-to-consumer store expansion.