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Analysis: Expanded Retail at ‘The One’ Could be Valued at $1.2 Billion

The proposed tower's podium could become one of Canada's most valuable retail spaces, if its developer succeeds in acquiring adjacent property. 

List of Retailers Opening and Expanding in Canada

The following is a list of retailers which are either new to Canada, or are expanding their operations nationally. Some haven't been revealed to the public until now. 

Outdoor Lifestyle Brand Sitka Looks to Expand Across Canada

The Victoria-based outdoor-themed retailer is being innovative with its expansion plans. 

Holt Renfrew Vancouver Flagship to be One of North America’s Largest Luxury Stores

Only a handful of luxury retailers will be larger. As well, it will house one of North America's largest luxury menswear departments.

Holt Renfrew to Create 190,000 Square Foot Pacific Centre Showpiece

When completed in 2016, it will be Holt's largest location. Remarkably, it will also feature Canada's largest handbags hall. 

Chinese Tourism May Explain Canada’s Increase in Luxury Retail [With Infographic]

The number of Chinese visitors to Canada is substantial, and is expected to triple over the next five years.

Yorkdale Announces West Expansion With Canada’s Largest Restoration Hardware

This article includes lease plans showing the expansion. Yorkdale is forecasted to be North America's top-selling mall, and it will construct two major expansions simultaneously. 

West Elm to Open its 4th Canadian Location in Calgary

The popular American housewares and furniture retailer will open in an expanded urban multi-use complex. 

Porsche Design Halts Expansion, Closes All Canadian Locations

The German luxury brand originally planned to open as many as 8 Canadian locations. 

Kit and Ace to Open West Edmonton Mall Flagship

This will be the Technical Luxury™ brand's 3rd confirmed permanent Canadian store, as it looks to operate 15 locations within the next nine months. 

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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.