The Brands Winning Canadian Retail Right Now All Design With Intention

What separates thriving physical stores from struggling ones in 2026? Retail Design Institute Canada President Paola Marques breaks down the design strategies driving growth across Canadian retail, and the unexpected sectors leading the way.

LEGO Store Construction Hoarding Appears at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Downtown Toronto is finally getting its first official LEGO store, and the hiring tells us it won't be a long wait.

Why Book Bar Chose Mirvish Village for Its First Location

An exclusive on-site look at Book Bar, the Toronto concept blending an independent bookstore, full bar, and cultural programming across three floors of a restored Mirvish Village heritage home.

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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.

TTC Retail Store Motion: Matlow Reveals Strategy Behind Unanimous Board Vote

Exclusive interview: Councillor Josh Matlow explains the feasibility study parameters and revenue expectations behind the TTC Board's unanimous approval of his retail store motion.

One Of A Kind Show Marks 50 Years of Supporting Canadian Makers in Evolving Retail Landscape

Spring show emphasizes sustainability, maker connections, and interactive experiences as consumer preferences shift toward meaningful retail encounters

Toronto Retail Trends 2026: The 800-1,800 Square Foot Sweet Spot

Why some Toronto retail spaces lease in weeks while others sit vacant for years—and what one bad deal costs QSR brands

L.L.Bean Makes Downtown Toronto Debut at Manulife Centre

L.L.Bean opens its first downtown Toronto store at Manulife Centre, securing nearly 10,000 square feet on the concourse level at 55 Bloor Street West.

Shake Shack’s Yorkdale Opening Reimagines Mall Dining With Premium Concept

Shake Shack's 4,300-square-foot Yorkdale location introduces elevated dining concept beyond traditional food court, marking significant step in the Canadian expansion plan.

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

Canadian Tire Acquires Iconic Hudson’s Bay Brand Assets for $30 Million

Historic brand acquisition preserves Canadian retail heritage but leaves questions about future of Toronto's retail real estate

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