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What’s Really Happening in Retail and Real Estate Hiring Right Now 

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Foresight Recruitment Group's Shawna Brothers gives an honest read on Canada's real estate and retail hiring market in 2026 — the split, the pressure, and where things are heading. 

7,700 Units and Counting: Inside the Jarvis-Queen East Development Boom

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The $27 billion transit investment catalysing Toronto's most dramatic neighbourhood transformation

The Changing Role of the Bank Branch — and What Toronto’s Closures Are Really Telling Us

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Branches are going dark across the downtown core. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, one of the world's leading authorities on bank branch design, says the industry isn't retreating — it's being forced to finally become what customers have always needed it to be.

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Chaiiwala of London Targets Downtown Toronto Expansion

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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.

‘Buy Canadian’ Trend Reshapes Retail Landscape as Consumers Embrace Domestic Products

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Toronto retailers navigate 'Buy Canadian' movement as consumers demonstrate willingness to pay premium for domestic goods

KIT + ACE Opens 12th Store at Bayview Village as Part of Strategic Expansion

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KIT + ACE opens its 12th Canadian location at Bayview Village Shopping Centre as part of strategic Toronto expansion, timing entry with the mall's historic $1 billion transformation into mixed-use destination.

Panera Bread To Make Downtown Toronto Comeback with College Street Location (Update: Now Open)

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Popular bakery-cafe chain Panera Bread is returning to downtown Toronto with a new location at College and Spadina, marking its first urban presence since 2020.

Holiday Shoppers Choose Experiences Over Excess as Economic Pressures Mount

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Canadian holiday shoppers embrace mindful spending in 2025, choosing experiences over excess. New data reveals local shopping surge and retail strategy shifts.

Dineen Coffee’s King West Expansion Set to Become Sixth Toronto Location

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Popular Toronto coffee chain builds presence at 200 King West with prominent lobby location connecting Financial and Entertainment Districts

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Canadian startup reimagines veterinary care through strategic partnerships and innovative space utilization at King Street East location

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What’s Really Happening in Retail and Real Estate Hiring Right Now 

Expert Insights
Foresight Recruitment Group's Shawna Brothers gives an honest read on Canada's real estate and retail hiring market in 2026 — the split, the pressure, and where things are heading. 

7,700 Units and Counting: Inside the Jarvis-Queen East Development Boom

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The $27 billion transit investment catalysing Toronto's most dramatic neighbourhood transformation

The Changing Role of the Bank Branch — and What Toronto’s Closures Are Really Telling Us

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Branches are going dark across the downtown core. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, one of the world's leading authorities on bank branch design, says the industry isn't retreating — it's being forced to finally become what customers have always needed it to be.

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Hundreds of Starbucks Workers Face Job Loss as Chain Closes Stores Across Toronto

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Chain shutters underperforming stores as part of $1B restructuring, leaving baristas seeking new employment

Tim Hortons Opens First Standalone TimShop at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

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Coffee chain tests experiential retail strategy with plushie activation targeting holiday shoppers

What We Know: Toys “R” Us Canada Files for Creditor Protection

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The iconic toy retailer seeks creditor protection after closing more than 50 stores in two years, owing $120 million to vendors as it evaluates strategic alternatives

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