Montreal’s Mezzmiz to Open First Toronto Location in the Financial District

Toronto marks the Lebanese fast-casual brand’s first move beyond Quebec, and founder Nadim Hammoud explains why the time was right to take the leap.

Banana Ball Will Make Its Canadian Debut at Toronto’s Rogers Centre in 2027

The Savannah Bananas will face the Indianapolis Clowns at Rogers Centre on August 14 and 15, 2027, the first Banana Ball games ever played in Canada.

Lightspeed Study Finds AI Favours National Chains Over Independents

AI chose the national chain up to 94% of the time. Dax Dasilva tells 6ixRetail the one-word change that shifts the results, and what retailers should do now.

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Just Cuts Confirms Dufferin Mall for Toronto Debut, Canadian Expansion Underway

Guelph's opening drew nearly 200 customers in four days, and three more Ontario locations are lined up in London and Hamilton, with the company targeting 10 to 15 salons before it scales further.

Toronto’s Retail Neighbourhoods: Mapping a Global City’s Commercial Growth

With $8.8B in tourism spending and near-zero vacancy in premium corridors, JLL's Casdin Parr explains what other markets can learn from Canada's largest city

Back-to-School Retailers Navigate Inflation Fears and Early Shopping Rush

Field Agent Canada survey reveals shifting consumer behaviour as 67% of families cite inflation concerns while discount retailers gain market share

Toronto Shoppers Lead ‘Buy Canadian’ Movement as 84% Embrace Local Retail Over U.S. Brands

New Lightspeed data reveals 84% of Toronto consumers are buying Canadian products over U.S. alternatives, with 79% wanting American goods removed from store shelves. Electronics retailers face biggest challenges while food and services lead opportunities.

MINISO Land Hoarding Goes Up at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

The move is part of a broader toy and entertainment push at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, which is also adding Lego and an expanded Pop Mart in the months ahead.

In Toronto’s Crowded Restaurant Scene, Success Depends on What Happens Before Opening

A leading PR strategist reveals what separates successful launches from forgettable ones in Canada's most competitive hospitality market

What’s Really Happening in Retail and Real Estate Hiring Right Now 

Foresight Recruitment Group's Shawna Brothers gives an honest read on Canada's real estate and retail hiring market in 2026 — the split, the pressure, and where things are heading. 

Mary Brown’s Chicken Opens Flagship at The Tenor with José Bautista 

Canada's largest Canadian-owned chicken QSR just made its boldest Toronto move yet. Karen Tam on loyalty, smaller formats, and what comes next for MBI Brands. 

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