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Webrooming is Driving Canadian Customers Back to Stores

Study reveals Canadian shoppers making their final purchasing decision in-store, armed with information gathered online.

How Becoming Eco-Friendly Can Benefit Canadian Retailers [Infographic]

The following infographic by Quebec-based SMS Store Traffic (www.storetraffic.com) describes the benefits to making retail more eco-friendly, including increased profitability. 

Macy’s Won’t Come to Canada, Despite Recent Press [With Video]

The founder of a prominent commercial real estate company says that Macy's is coming to Canada. We'll explain why this isn't the case. Included is a video of Retail Insider's Craig Patterson discussing the matter on CTV News. 

Online Retailer Frank & Oak to Open Brick-and-Mortar Canadian Flagships

Popular online menswear retailer Frank & Oak will open brick-and-mortar Canadian stores. Several locations are already confirmed, while others are said to be in the works. 

Harry Rosen Opens Impressive Ottawa Flagship

Harry Rosen's stunning new Ottawa flagship features an LED-lit exterior, bright modern interiors, and a first for the retailer - a stand-alone footwear shop. 

List of H&M Stores to Carry Alexander Wang Collaboration in Canada

The following is a list of Canadian H&M stores which will carry the Alexander Wang for H&M collaboration. The collection launches worldwide on the morning of Thursday, November 6th. 

Upscale French Menswear Brand Loding Opens 2nd Canadian Location

Upscale French menswear brand Loding has opened its second Canadian location, and a source at the company indicates that more will follow.

Sephora Opens Largest Canadian Location on Vancouver’s Robson Street

By Helen Siwak

Canada's largest Sephora has opened on Vancouver's Robson Street, now considered to be the retailer's Canadian flagship. It features a first in the world for Sephora - a unique skin care studio concept.

Ted Baker Opens Unique 3rd Canadian Location

Popular British fashion brand Ted Baker has opened its third Canadian location. The store in unique in how its layout mimics a British shopping arcade. 

Champagne Supernovas: Kate Moss, Marc Jacobs, Alexander McQueen, and the ’90s Renegades Who Remade Fashion

Review of a dynamic new book by New York Post and Vanity Fair writer Maureen Callahan.

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Brief: Mendocino Shuts All Stores, Okaïdi Canada Files

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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.