How Downtown Sewing Built a Destination on One of Queen West’s Best Blocks

Founder Tobias Binder on sold-out classes, a fabric sale that stopped traffic on Walnut Avenue, and why Downtown Sewing's first year on Queen West is a model worth paying attention to.

Inside the Oddities & Curiosities Expo’s Biggest Toronto Stop Yet

Co-founder Michelle Cozzaglio on building a travelling community that keeps growing and why Canada is just the beginning

Vivobarefoot Sets Its Sights on Queen Street West for First Toronto Location

Vivobarefoot is opening its first Toronto store at 666 Queen Street West, taking over the former Oak + Fort space with an education-first retail model, pressure plate technology, and community programming planned from day one.

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Warehouse One and Bootlegger Are Closing Every Store in Canada

Warehouse One Clothing Ltd. has filed for CCAA protection and is closing all 128 Warehouse One and Bootlegger stores across Canada. Liquidation sales begin around May 16.

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

Sad Nuggie Adoption Centre Is Coming to CF Toronto Eaton Centre

The viral Ontario-born plush brand is bringing its pop-up adoption experience to downtown Toronto on May 1st

Central Design Market Opens in Historic Bank of Upper Canada Building on Adelaide East

Brothers Mark and Rod Fraser combine furniture showroom with MRKT Cafe in 198-year-old National Historic Site, targeting East Toronto's underserved retail market

Harbour Sixty Unveils Landmark Transformation, Secures 25-Year Future in Toronto’s Dining Scene

Historic steakhouse expands to four levels, doubles workforce to 275+ employees with addition of modern Italian restaurant and premium event space

Living Beauty Opens First Flagship Store on Dupont Street

Luxury beauty distributor brings curated brands and premium services to Toronto's Dovercourt neighbourhood

Shake Shack Opens Yonge & Eglinton Location in High-Traffic Transit Corridor

Shake Shack opens at 40 Eglinton Ave E, bringing premium fast-casual dining to Toronto's Yonge & Eglinton transit corridor. The new location features local artwork by Kirsten McCrea and marks the brand's sixth GTA restaurant.

In Toronto’s Retail Evolution, Location Takes a Back Seat to Experience

Analysis of Toronto's transformed retail market reveals a complex ecosystem where omnichannel integration, flexible leasing, and community connections have become critical success factors beyond traditional location metrics.

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