Mario Toneguzzi

Calgary

Co-Editor in Chief at Retail-Insider

Journalist/Writer/Editor/Content Creator/Corporate Journalist/ Communications/Media Training Specialist. NAMED A TOP 10 BUSINESS JOURNALIST IN THE WORLD

Articles

SHEIN making its Calgary debut with a 12-day pop-up experience

4 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

This Stampede season just got a major style upgrade. For the first time ever, SHEIN is bringing its viral fashion and lifestyle experience to Calgary with two immersive pop-ups at CrossIron Mills from July 2 to 13. The flagship pop-up store, located near Entrance 6, features a curated edit of SHEIN’s most popular collections.
The Starbucks Foundation strengthens Canadian communities with $1M+ in grants

4 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

The Starbucks Foundation is donating over $1 million to local Canadian charities through its Neighbourhood Grants program, thanks to Starbucks partner (employee) nominations. This year’s program benefits a record-breaking number of 425 charities from every province in Canada and the Yukon Territory.
Adopt Parfums, the largest perfume chain in the world, to double its store count in Canada this summer

4 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

Adopt Parfums, the fresh French retail concept known for its affordable fine fragrances and accessories, is scoring a retail hat trick, with three stores to open in August, according to commercial real estate expert Tony Flanz.
Home Hardware announces sponsorship of Calgary Stampede

4 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

Home Hardware Stores Limited has announced its debut sponsorship of the iconic Calgary Stampede. This strategic brand activation underscores the company’s commitment to connecting with customers in the Western region and beyond, it said in a news release. Widely recognized as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,” the Calgary Stampede is a cultural cornerstone of Western Canada, drawing more than one million visitors annually.
SportChek's new Destination Sport format redefining the retail experience (Photos/Video)

5 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

SportChek’s new “Destination Sport” store format is poised to redefine the retail experience for Canadian sports enthusiasts. Over the next three years, Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) will enhance the SportChek network by building new stores, updating existing locations, and adding digital services to improve the shopping experience.
WoolAid launches in Canada: Merino wool bandages bring sustainability and performance to wound care

5 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

WoolAid, the world’s first biodegradable bandage crafted with merino wool, has officially entered the Canadian market and is now available in more than 500 Sobeys locations nationwide. Designed to outperform conventional plastic bandages, WoolAid offers a breathable, skin-friendly, and environmentally responsible alternative—bringing meaningful innovation to a category long dominated by synthetic, petroleum-based materials.
DUER announces European expansion and US retail growth amid global demand

5 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

Canadian performance apparel brand DUER announced Monday the launch of DUER Europe alongside an ambitious retail expansion plan across North America. Following a decade of success in Canada and the U.S., the brand said it has launched in Europe through a strategic partnership with Hectic Europe, and is continuing to scale its retail presence, with new branded stores in North America opening in Victoria, Portland, and San Francisco.
Charcoal Group CEO Jody Palubiski on restaurant growth, talent, and resilience in a shifting economy

5 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

While the broader economy continues to face headwinds, the restaurant industry under Jody Palubiski’s leadership is heating up. Palubiski, CEO of the Charcoal Group, oversees 18 restaurants across Southern Ontario, including the iconic Charcoal Steakhouse in Kitchener, which has been in operation since 1955. “That’s still in constant operation and it does very well — having its best year ever,” he says.
Retail sales surpass $70 billion in April: Statistics Canada

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

Retail sales increased 0.3% to $70.1 billion in April. Sales were up in six of nine subsectors and were led by increases at motor vehicle and parts dealers. Core retail sales, which exclude gasoline stations and fuel vendors and motor vehicle and parts dealers, were up 0.1% in April, reported Statistics Canada on Friday. In volume terms, retail sales increased 0.5% in April.
S&S Activewear strengthens Canadian presence

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

S&S Activewear, a leading technology-enabled distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, is expanding its product availability across Canada, with a particular focus on strengthening inventory depth at its Vancouver distribution centre. The initiative ensures cross-country Canadian customers maintain consistent access to their preferred styles and brands with faster delivery times and reduced freight costs, explained the company.