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Upscale Women’s Fashion Retailer Maska Mode Continues Canadian Expansion

Maska Mode plans to open stores across Canada. Given that it carries brands exclusive to the retailer in North America, it also plans to open in the U.S., as well. 

Why Retailers Such as Aritzia, Canadian Tire & Sport Chek Will Succeed in 2015: Interview With Expert Antony Karabus

As competition heats up, a handful of retailers will see success next year. Our expert weighs in on the importance of retailers investing in their operations. 

Testing Loblaws’ Click-And-Collect Service

By Vicky Applebaum

It sounds like a good idea, but falls short in a few key areas. 

Luxury Jeweller BVLGARI Opens First Canadian Location

It's the first of potentially several Canadian locations for the luxury brand, which boasts stores in some of the world's most prestigious locations. 

Inside MUJI’S 1st Canadian Store

We went inside Muji's first Canadian store to learn more about the innovative, minimalist (and very popular) Japanese retailer. Article includes multiple photos. 

Efashion Canada has Launched

Aimed at a contemporary market, the e-commerce site features easier to shop widgets and fun details like “ask a stylist” and a “shopping bag” instead of your standard cart. There is also a big push for Canadian designers with its “Featured Canadians” series.

Why Canadian Retailers Shouldn’t Use Secret Shoppers to Solve Problems

For a start, secret shoppers can hurt your employees’ morale, undermining the trust they have in you and in themselves.

Longchamp to Open in Canada

The French luxury brand opens its first free-standing Canadian store location next spring. We interviewed its CEO to learn more, including plans to open subsequent locations. 

Lowe’s Plans Aggressive Canadian Store Expansion

One of the world's largest home improvement and appliance retailers plans to as much as triple its existing Canadian store count. We interviewed its Canadian president to learn more. 

Omni Channel: A Necessity in Today’s Canadian Retail Landscape

Times sure have changed - it used to be that good product and customer service is all that was required for retail success. We discuss how that's all changed, and how technology will play an ever-increasingly integral role in Canadian retailing. 

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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.