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Brief: Hudson’s Bay Montreal Downsizing, McArthurGlen Outlets Add Luxury Retailers

Other news: Richard Mille/Audemars boutiques close after licensee's death, HBC innovates in sanitation, ECCO pop-up at Toronto's Stackt Market.

Will a Second Wave of COVID-19 Induce Panic Buying in Canada Again?

Retail expert Sylvain Charlebois explains how things have changed since the first shutdown in the spring.

Hudson’s Bay Launches Menswear for the 1st Time in Luxury Department ‘The Room’

A curated selection of edgy and youthful men’s designers join womenswear for the first time in The Room’s 83 year history.

GUCCI to Open Large Storefront at West Edmonton Mall

The Italian luxury brand is the latest big name set to open a store in North America’s largest shopping centre.

110 Bloor Retail Podium Overhaul to Transform the Heart of Toronto’s Mink Mile

The commercial building with over 200 feet of frontage on Bloor Street West will see an overhaul amid shifts in Bloor-Yorkville.

BIAs Mark 50 Years in Canada Amid COVID-19 Challenges

The first Business Improvement Area in the world launched in Toronto in 1970, and the concept is arguably now important than ever.

MEC Files for Creditor Protection Amid Acquisition by US-Based Kingswood Capital

The Canadian outdoor retailer will lose its cooperative status as a US-based investment conglomerate takes over operations and appoints a new CEO.

‘Localized’ Ecommerce Marketplace Launches in Canada with Ambitious Expansion Plans

The marketplace supports local businesses during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

YOUTH MediSpa Opens its Doors in Toronto’s Historic Corktown

A major attraction to the spa for many is its Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

The Emotional Connection of Grocery Shopping for Canadians

Nicholas Reichenbach explains how consumer patterns are changing and how a casual visit to the grocery store has morphed substantially.
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Brief: Mendocino Shuts All Stores, Okaïdi Canada Files

Other news: Gap closing most mall stores, co-working space replaces Shinola store, Star Bédard rebrands, Nobis gets charitable.
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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.

L.L.Bean Continues Canadian Expansion with 1st Toronto Store [Photos]

The iconic US-based retailer is looking to expand into new Canadian markets coast-to-coast.

How Twin Brothers from Western Canada Founded 2 Rapidly-Growing Direct-to-Consumer Home Furnishings Brands

The entrepreneurs discuss building growth, taking risks, and where retail is going at an unprecedented time.

Cadillac Fairview Innovates with Virtual Food Court Experience Platform

The new CF Eats aims to help food vendors in the landlord’s malls grow revenue at a challenging time.