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Family-Owned Operation Secures Prime Location Near Hockey Hall of Fame; Plans multiple Toronto Locations

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Toronto’s Hospitality Gold Rush: Sonder’s Collapse Creates Downtown Opportunities

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The Montreal-founded company's immediate liquidation has left more than 100 units vacant across Toronto's hottest neighborhoods, creating unprecedented opportunities for new hospitality and retail concepts

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Canadian grocer's seventh location anchors waterfront neighbourhood with research-driven food concepts, signature gourmet, fresh made meals and everyday essentials 

Matcha Haus Is Coming to First Canadian Place and the Financial District Is the Target

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