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Walmart Canada Introduces ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Online Payment Option as Consumers Struggle with Inflation [Expert Comment]

Two experts say that Walmart is launching this to attract credit card weary Gen Z customers who have limited cash flow, with potential concern for all customers. 

Walmart Announces 1st-Ever Fulfillment Centre in Quebec with $100m Investment [Interview]

The retailer will launch a state-of-the-art facility as it continues to grow its presence in Eastern Canada.

Walmart Announces 150,000 SF Supercentre at Kingsway Mall in Edmonton with Westmount Centre Walmart Store to Close as a Result

The mega retailer will occupy much of Kingsway’s former Sears space. The opening will coincide with the closure of a Walmart store at the struggling Westmount Centre nearby.

Ghost Kitchen Brands Partners with Walmart Canada Amid Pandemic

Walmart continues to innovate with partnerships with a one-stop meal pickup and delivery through its store network.

Walmart Adding MediSpas to Canadian Stores with Jack Nathan Partnership

The mega retailer will add MediSpa services to its Canadian stores including botox, laser therapy, anti-aging, face and body skin tightening, PRP therapies, hair loss and joint pain.

Walmart Canada Announces Major Investment to Integrate Ecommerce with In-Store

The retailer is piloting fulfillment spaces in 10 superstores to speed up pickup and delivery, with 130 stores to eventually see such renovations.

Grocery Supplier Fees Harm Food Manufacturers and Independent Grocers: Expert

Sylvain Charlebois says that a code of practice is required to save the industry, and if nothing is done the consumer will also suffer.

Retailers Among Canada’s Most Trusted Brands Amid COVID-19: Study

A recent survey by Field Agent Canada shows that Canadians value the extensive efforts made by retailers to keep the food supply chain safe and plentiful.

Makeup Monopoly: A Look at Ulta Beauty’s Canadian Competitors

As the US beauty superstore prepares to enter the Canadian market, where will Ulta find room in a market that is dominated by a handful of retailers?

Amsterdam-Based Retailer HEMA Announces Entry into Canada

The value-priced company is the latest international retailer to expand into Canada by opening stores, and it could add considerable competition to an already crowded market.

Walmart Canada Launches State-of-the-Art Urban Supercentre Concept Store [Photos]

The unique retail space, with elements to be rolled-out across Canada, integrates e-commerce, third-party licensed partner stores, and new ‘Fast Lane’ technology that will allow customers to check out on mobile devices for the first time.

Walmart Canada Announces Major Investment in Stores, and 2 Store Closures

Walmart has announced that two stores will close while at the same time it announces renovations to 31 stores to create an ‘elevated experience’, resulting in 3,250 construction jobs.

BRIEF: Beauty Concept Opens 1st Location, Edo Japan Expands into Ontario

Other News: RUDSAK goes international, beauty concept goes brick-and-mortar, Walmart adds fitness centre amid real-estate strategy, Warby Parker expands westward, Fresh City Farms opening 1st downtown Toronto storefront.

Walmart Canada Adding Full-Service In-Store Jack Nathan Health Facilities to Draw Foot Traffic

The retail behemoth is adding medical facilities and other tenants in an effort to transform the traditional retail model.

Walmart Marks 25 Years in Canada Amid Challenges and Success [Feature]

A quarter century ago this week, the US-based retail behemoth entered Canada by acquiring the Woolco chain of department stores. Amid some controversy, the retailer helped transform Canadian retailing.

Who’s Taking Target’s Canadian Stores? An Interactive Map

Bookmark this useful tool to track updates on who's taking over Target's Canadian stores.
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