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Retail Insider stands out as the top platform for Canadian retail updates, insights, and commentary. Established in April 2012, it has become an essential resource for anyone interested in the Canadian retail landscape. The site is powered by a dedicated team of writers, editors, and retail experts from all over Canada. Stay informed on the latest happenings in Canadian retail by following our LinkedIn page!

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How Good Friday Sales Are Shaping Long Weekend Shopping in Canada

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Maya Johnson

For years, Good Friday was best known for church services, quiet reflection, and limited retail activity. But that’s changing. In recent years, Good Friday sales in Canada have quietly emerged as a key fixture in the country’s long weekend retail calendar—blurring the lines between holiday observance and shopping opportunity.
From Books to Brand Identity: Canadian University Campus Stores Are Evolving

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Maya Johnson

Once viewed as little more than book repositories and snack counters, university campus stores in Canada are undergoing a notable transformation. Across the country—from smaller institutions like Nipissing University to emerging players like the Ontario Tech University campus store—these retail operations are re-emerging as lifestyle hubs and brand-building tools, far beyond their traditional roles.
Travel Disruptions Shape Duty-Free and Airport Retail

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Maya Johnson

As international and domestic travel ramps up post-pandemic, Canadian airports are facing a new kind of turbulence—not in the skies, but on the retail concourse. Recent travel disruptions involving Air Canada have highlighted just how critical airport retail has become, not just for travelers seeking convenience, but as a growing revenue stream for airports and partner retailers.
Katy Perry Outfits Impact on Canadian Style

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Maya Johnson

In a cultural moment where celebrity and commerce blur more than ever, Katy Perry’s outfits are once again in the spotlight—not on stage, but in storefronts. From glitter-studded bodysuits to pastel power In a cultural moment where celebrity and commerce blur more than ever, Katy Perry’s outfits are once again in the spotlight—not just on stage, but in storefronts. From glitter-studded bodysuits to pastel power suits, the pop icon’s evolving style has influenced more than fashion week runways.
Colliers Acquires Triovest to Lead Canada's Real Estate Sector

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

Colliers International Group Inc. has announced a landmark acquisition that will reshape Canada’s commercial real estate landscape. The Toronto-headquartered global real estate services firm has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Triovest’s Canadian operations from Calgary-based Coril Holdings.
Yorkdale Again Ranks as Canada’s Top Selling Mall

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

Oxford Properties Group has once again demonstrated its dominance in Canada’s retail landscape, with its portfolio of shopping centres in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) among the leaders the 2024 ICSC performance rankings. According to ICSC’s newly released data, the Yorkdale Shopping Centre ranks as the top-performing mall in Canada for all-store sales per square foot, posting $2,301 — more than $800 higher than any other shopping centre in the country.
Adonis to Open Grocery Store in London Ontario

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

Montreal-based grocer Adonis, known for its Mediterranean and Middle Eastern offerings, is opening a new location in London, Ontario—its fifth in the province and sixteenth in Canada. The supermarket will anchor a large space at the Westwood Power Centre at Bradley Avenue and Wonderland Road South, with doors set to open by late summer 2025. “We are very excited to expand into southwestern Ontario,” said Sherif K. El Gharbawy, Regional Director of the Adonis Groupe, in an interview.
Canadian Consumers Pull Back on Spending in April: Report

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

A new consumer survey from investment firm Stifel reveals a notable dip in Canadian consumer confidence heading into the second quarter of 2025. According to the report, titled Canadian Spending Intentions Soften in April Impacted by Trade Tensions, only 50% of Canadians say they intend to increase discretionary spending over the next 12 months — a drop of 600 basis points compared to January 2025.
Frank And Oak Closing Most Stores in Canada Amid Debt Crisis

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

Montreal-based retailer Frank And Oak has confirmed it will shutter the majority of its Canadian stores by May 7, 2025, as the company continues its court-supervised restructuring process. The announcement comes as Frank And Oak and its parent company, Unified Commerce Group (UCG), seek a buyer for the once high-flying fashion brand.
AI Reshapes Retail Supply Chains Amid Rising Complexity

1 week ago | retail-insider.com | Craig Patterson

As retailers continue to navigate a fast-changing and often unpredictable global environment, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a critical tool for supply chain optimization. From predicting inventory demand to simulating the impact of geopolitical disruption, AI’s role is growing rapidly—particularly in distribution centres (DCs).