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RCC STORE 26: The Conversations That Matter Aren’t Always on Stage

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Canada’s largest retail event returns June 2-3, 2026 in Toronto. Discover why the most valuable ideas at RCC STORE 26 happen both on stage and in the conversations that shape smarter retail leadership.

Burger It Forward campaign addressing growing food insecurity issue

Mario Toneguzzi -
Food bank use is at its highest in Canadian history, with close to 2.2 million visits to food banks this month.

Eddie Bauer Poised to Exit Canada as Store Shutdown Looms

Craig Patterson -
Eddie Bauer is expected to close all Canadian stores as part of a Chapter 11 restructuring affecting roughly 200 North American locations.

Shell Canada Joins Scene+ Loyalty Program

Mario Toneguzzi -
Scene+ said it is one of Canada’s leading loyalty programs with over 15 million members.

Oakley makes history with first-ever official national team apparel sponsorship

Mario Toneguzzi -
Oakley said it’s snow apparel fuses forward-thinking design with technical precision.

Tourism sector in Montreal drives economy in 2025

Mario Toneguzzi -
The 477 events held in the metropolis drew more than 1 million visitors and generated an estimated $438 million in economic spinoffs for Montréal and Québec.

From The Desk: Canadian Retail Reshapes Loyalty, Footprints, and E-Commerce in Early 2026

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Canadian retail kicks off 2026 with Starbucks’ tiered rewards, Toys R Us’ contraction, and Walmart expansion, amid stabilizing market trends.

OMEGA opens flagship boutique at Calgary’s Chinook Centre

Mario Toneguzzi -
The company hooking into a major Alberta shopping centre signals a continued focus on Canada as a growth market, with the new store intended to serve customers in Calgary and the surrounding region.

Retail sector GDP on the rise in November: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Food and beverage retailers (+2.5%) rebounded in November, reflecting higher beer, wine and liquor retailing activity, following the conclusion of a work action in British Columbia on October 26 that had disrupted activity since September 2.

Birks Group reports 11.8% holiday-period sales increase

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Comparable store sales for the period increased 2.5 per cent from the same period a year earlier.

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Heartland Town Centre adds first-to-Canada concept as leasing surges

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Heartland Town Centre expands with new tenants and strong sales, including a first-to-Canada family attraction and key anchors joining the Mississauga hub.

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Why Retailers Gain More at AFA United in Style 2026

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AFA United in Style runs February 8–10, 2026 in Toronto, co-located with Thredz and offering daily Retailer Buyer Bucks draws.

RCC STORE 26: The Conversations That Matter Aren’t Always on Stage

Expedia Group and Affirm deepen partnership

Burger It Forward campaign addressing growing food insecurity issue

Eddie Bauer Poised to Exit Canada as Store Shutdown Looms

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Retail sector GDP on the rise in November: Statistics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
Food and beverage retailers (+2.5%) rebounded in November, reflecting higher beer, wine and liquor retailing activity, following the conclusion of a work action in British Columbia on October 26 that had disrupted activity since September 2.

Birks Group reports 11.8% holiday-period sales increase

Canadian ecommerce orders rose 20% in 2025, with top brands driving half the growth: Omnisend

Apple Reports Record Q1 2026 Financial Results

Payroll employment in retail trade decreases in November: Statistics Canada

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From The Desk: Canadian Retail Reshapes Loyalty, Footprints, and E-Commerce in Early 2026

Craig Patterson -
Canadian retail kicks off 2026 with Starbucks’ tiered rewards, Toys R Us’ contraction, and Walmart expansion, amid stabilizing market trends.

From the Desk: Navigating Retail Expansion and Consumer Caution in Early 2026

Canada’s Food Inflation Problem Is Getting Worse

Thinking Outside the Big Box: Small Retail Innovations: CBRE

McDonald’s Canada Triggers a New Fast-Food Price War

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VIDEO: Inside Canada’s Retail Shakeup: Malls, Hudson’s Bay, and What Comes Next: Michael Kehoe

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Kehoe explains that the closure of legacy department stores, including Hudson’s Bay, doesn’t just represent store shutdowns, but signals the end of the traditional department store model as Canadians once knew it.

Ontario Job Posting Rules Raise the Stakes for Retail

Toronto-founded HBFace frames beauty brand around resilience and mental health on Blue Monday (Photos/Video)

Bubble Skincare targets deeper Canadian expansion as affordable skincare gains traction

L’Oréal Canada appoints Laurie Bouchard as chief corporate affairs and engagement officer

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Chip Wilson’s Board Picks Reveal Lululemon’s Deeper Problem

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Chip Wilson’s board nominations highlight deeper strategic issues at Lululemon as the brand grapples with innovation, leadership, and direction.

Canada Could Lose 4,000 Restaurants in 2026

AI Is Reshaping Retail Search in Canada

Quebec SMEs Leading Retail Innovation [Op-Ed]

Canada’s K-Shaped Economy will Reshape Retail in 2026

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Casavogue: A Montréal Destination for High-End Home Furnishings

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Founded in 1972, Casavogue is a high-end furniture store in Montreal offering 38,000 square feet of living room furniture, bedroom sets, and full-home furnishings.

OMEGA opens flagship boutique at Calgary’s Chinook Centre

GoodLife Fitness launches national marketing campaign as it expands Canadian locations

Empire Company to close Alberta e-commerce facilities, expands third-party delivery partnerships

Larry’s Catch draws three offers on CBC’s Dragons’ Den

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VIDEO: Canadian Retail Faces Ongoing Uncertainty as AI and Affordability Pressures Reshape Sector: George Minakakis

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For mid-sized retailers, Minakakis said the most critical near-term decision is clearly defining how AI will be integrated into their business, with speed and responsiveness emerging as key competitive advantages.

Larry Leung Reappointed Chair of CXPA Canada Council

Cineplex Media appoints Anton Vassiliev as Vice President, Media Operations

ZUCORA Appoints David COHN as Vice President of Sales

Kits Eyecare appoints Angela MacInnis as chief marketing officer

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Why Customer Connection Is the New E-Commerce Advantage

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Customer connection has become the defining advantage in e-commerce as brands balance personalization, data, automation, and long-term trust.

Canada Introduces Enhanced Vitamin D Fortification in Milk

Canada’s Food Economy Faces a Defining Shift in 2026

Pet Food Inflation Becomes a Cost-of-Living Crisis in Canada

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