Destination Toronto Launches Ten-Year Master Plan for Toronto’s Visitor Economy

Destination Toronto CEO Andrew Weir breaks down the city's new ten-year Master Plan, what it means for retailers, restaurateurs and operators across Toronto's neighbourhoods, and why the window to position for what comes next is open now.

How AI Is Changing the Way Canadians Discover Where to Shop

One in four Canadians now use AI to make purchase decisions. Retail Rewired founder Chris Parsons explains what that means for operators who are not yet paying attention.

Mirvish Village Reveals Commercial Tenant Lineup as Summer 2026 Completion Nears

The former Honest Ed's site at Bloor and Bathurst will include a 19,000-square-foot food hall, restored heritage retail on Markham Street, and a Tokyo-inspired micro-retail alley

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Canadian Mall Productivity Rankings: What the 2025 ICSC Numbers Reveal

The ICSC has released its 2025 Canadian mall productivity rankings, covering 111 shopping centres from coast to coast. Here is what the numbers say about where Canadian retail is thriving, growing and struggling.

Las Muns Brings Spanish Empanada Concept to Downtown Toronto’s PATH System

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

KIT + ACE Relocates to Larger CF Toronto Eaton Centre Space After Strong Performance

CEO David Lui credits customer relationships and 18-month success for move to 4,100 sq ft former Williams Sonoma location

Canadian Retail Enters Its Pop-Up Era

Retail veteran Tara Conway on why landlords refusing to negotiate are forcing brands into temporary formats, how hidden labour costs are crushing profitability, and why the self-checkout experiment failed spectacularly

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

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

Marché Leo’s Opens Bayside Flagship Store with International Market Kitchen Concept

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

Founder Angela Yan mapped her customer, waited for the right space, and is bringing specialty matcha to the heart of Toronto's underground network.

Gotstyle Champions Canadian Fashion in Shifting Retail Market

After two decades in business, Melissa Austria's award-winning store transforms its retail strategy to showcase domestic talent and respond to growing Buy Canadian movement

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