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Why Cadillac Fairview Is Selling CF Shops at Don Mills

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The proposed sale of one of Toronto's pioneering open-air shopping centres appears to be part of a broader strategy to concentrate capital in a smaller number of flagship assets while creating a rare redevelopment opportunity for a new owner.

Celebrate Canada Worldwide eyes new international markets as trade landscape shifts

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"Our purpose is really to promote trade, investment and culture."

Redbrick proposes landmark hotel redevelopment for downtown Victoria

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The property was once home to the historic Westholme Hotel, which first opened in 1911.

Corby bets on ready-to-drink growth as consumer habits shift, new CEO says

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The company is benefiting from long-term changes in consumer behaviour that favour convenience, portion control and premium products.

Pinterest unveils new AI advertising tools as search shifts to conversational discovery

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Pinterest rolled out a new set of AI ad tools focused on three things marketers care about right now: performance, workflow efficiency, and interoperability. 

CFIB calls for Alberta small business tax relief alongside energy rebate

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The organization said a $100 rebate would represent only a small portion of the higher monthly costs many business owners continue to face.

Daily Synopsis: Jun 26, 2026

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Flying Tiger enters Canada with competition, Saks Global rebrands, Lululemon directors approved, Metro strike hits earnings, retail theft pilot in Ottawa sees crime reduction, and other news.

Toronto restaurant to introduce build-your-own pho concept in September

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The restaurant will offer customers a choice of ingredients to create individual meals, including traditional broth-based pho as well as dry pho, which the company is introducing as an alternative preparation.

Flying Tiger Opens First Canadian Store, Begins GTA Expansion

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Flying Tiger has opened its first Canadian store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, introducing a Danish retail concept built around discovery, design and constantly changing merchandise as the company begins a five-store GTA expansion.

Retail inventory stress soars as tariffs, TikTok trends, and AI gaps challenge planning: DOSS Study

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DOSS says 75% of retail professionals have lost sleep over inventory decisions, with tariffs, TikTok trends and AI gaps worsening planning.

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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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Why Cadillac Fairview Is Selling CF Shops at Don Mills

Craig Patterson -
The proposed sale of one of Toronto's pioneering open-air shopping centres appears to be part of a broader strategy to concentrate capital in a smaller number of flagship assets while creating a rare redevelopment opportunity for a new owner.

Celebrate Canada Worldwide eyes new international markets as trade landscape shifts

Redbrick proposes landmark hotel redevelopment for downtown Victoria

Corby bets on ready-to-drink growth as consumer habits shift, new CEO says

CFIB calls for Alberta small business tax relief alongside energy rebate

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Gen X Shoppers Want Global Flavours, But Discovery Still Happens in Store: Study

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A new Cashew Research study finds Gen X shoppers are increasingly seeking international foods, but product discovery still happens primarily in-store, creating merchandising opportunities for grocery retailers.

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Consumer prices continue to rise: Statistics Canada

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