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.

Chaiiwala of London Targets Downtown Toronto Expansion

UK-born Chaiiwala of London plans downtown Toronto locations as part of 40-store GTA expansion. The chai concept operates 22 Canadian locations with franchisees committed to urban markets.

Can Broadview and Gerrard Become a Destination? Hugh’s Room Is Betting on It

After surviving a forced closure and three years of homelessness, Hugh's Room Live reopened at 296 Broadview with community-backed financing—bringing predictable foot traffic to a neighbourhood "trapped in amber." The question is whether local retailers and restaurants are ready to capitalize on it.

Why Salad King Is Lobbying for Tax Relief After 35 Years in Business

Alan Liu on delivery platform economics, the broken word-of-mouth chain, and why family restaurants can't compete anymore

Juicy Birds Set to Open First Downtown Toronto Location

The Toronto-based social media sensation will be setting up shop on John Street, with a goal to run the location around the clock.

Fitzrovia’s Retail Vision Unfolds at Elm-Ledbury Development

The Mews Shopping Arcade Set to Transform Toronto's Garden District with Curated Mix of Retailers

Not All Store Closures Are Created Equal: Understanding Retail Shifts in 2026

Retail strategist Tamara Szames explains why conflating natural lease expirations, retirements, consolidations, and brand failures misses what's actually happening in Toronto's market

Toronto Tempo Launches Inaugural Merchandise Collection with Strong Local Retail Presence

Canada's first WNBA team partners with Toronto retail icons Roots and Peace Collective for exclusive merchandise launch.

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