The Back to School Calendar Was Never Built for the Canadian Shopper

Lightspeed CEO Dax Dasilva on why Canadian back to school promotions start in June while families don't shop until August, and what retailers should do about the gap.

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.

Toronto’s Waterfront BIA Eyes a Signature International Festival as part of New Events Strategy

A new 85-page report from the Waterfront BIA lays out a plan to unify Toronto's waterfront into one connected destination, with a Vivid Sydney-style signature festival as the long-term goal.

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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.

Canadians Already Know Flying Tiger Copenhagen. Now They Won’t Have to Leave the Country to Shop It.

Flying Tiger Copenhagen is opening its first Canadian stores in the Greater Toronto Area starting June 2026, marking the brand's entry into its 45th market and first on the North American continent.

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

NRG Haus to Bring Social Wellness Club to Liberty Village

Fit Factory Fitness founder Ivan Ho bets on sober-curious movement with contrast therapy venue featuring immersive cold plunge and functional mocktails

Sustainable Activewear Brand Orso Expands Toronto Footprint with Union Station Location

Canadian brand's second Toronto location marks strategic shift in competitive athleisure market

Self-Gifting Goes Mainstream This Valentine’s Day as Canadians Spend on Themselves

New Lightspeed Commerce data shows 27% of consumers now buy Valentine's gifts for themselves as 62% feel no pressure to spend. Self-care replaces obligation as spending spreads across categories.

Mad Radish To Open Sixth Toronto Location as Liberty Village Becomes Health Hotspot

Mad Radish CEO Adam Tomczyk on Liberty Village expansion, Toronto's health QSR boom, Alberta plans, and navigating 2026's challenging market. Exclusive.

Toronto Athleisure Boutique relevé Expands with Second Location in Summerhill

Female-owned retailer builds on Leaside success with intimate new boutique offering hard-to-find athletic and loungewear brands

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