Retail sales fall 0.2% in October ahead of holidays
Canadian retail sales declined to $69.4 billion in October, led by drops in food, beverage, and clothing. Economists see a flat trend signaling consumer caution.
Canadian retail sales declined to $69.4 billion in October, led by drops in food, beverage, and clothing. Economists see a flat trend signaling consumer caution.
Statistics Canada reports a slight decline in retail sales for October 2025. Get the details on the consumer spending slowdown and what it means for the economy.
Hamilton police have laid charges against 21 suspects following a major investigation into organized retail theft. The operation is believed to have caused losses exceeding one million dollars.
Peavey Mart confirms its return to Saskatchewan with a Regina store set to open in 2026. Get the details on the retailer's comeback to the prairie market.
Costco Wholesale has launched its tenth Canadian Business Centre in East Gwillimbury, Ontario. The 137,000 sq ft facility creates 240 jobs and offers over 3,000 items tailored for businesses.
Canadian retailers are scaling back self-checkouts as theft and user frustration undermine the promised savings. Discover why the automated future is hitting a human-speed bump.
Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo is coming to Winnipeg in 2025, marking its first Manitoba location. Get the details on the expansion and what it means for local retail.
Sleep Country Canada is charting a revival of the Bed Bath & Beyond brand for next year. Get the details on the strategic move in the Canadian retail landscape.
Manitoba union calls for new safety legislation after cannabis store employees report armed robberies and sexual harassment. Learn about the urgent push for change.
A Salesforce report reveals AI influenced more than 20% of Canadian online orders during Cyber Week 2025, marking a major shift in shopping behaviour. Discover the key trends.
The Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation posts a significant 13.4% increase in local sales for its second quarter. Discover the details behind this retail growth.
Toys R Us Canada is shutting down three Quebec stores in January, leaving only one location in the province. The closures will result in 68 layoffs. Learn about the retail shift.
A new survey reveals many Canadians plan to support local businesses this holiday season, but competitive pricing is still a major deciding factor for shoppers.
As Black Friday blends into Cyber Monday, shoppers in Atlantic Canada are hunting for bargains both online and in-store. Discover the latest trends and deals shaping the retail landscape.
Canadian online sales the weekend after Black Friday rose 9% year-over-year, reports Salesforce. Discover the key trends shaping holiday shopping in 2025.
Canadian shopping habits evolve as Black Friday 2024 sees increased local and secondhand purchases. Discover how bargain hunters are changing retail trends.
Saskatoon residents showed strong turnout for Black Friday shopping despite budget constraints. Local malls reported steady crowds seeking holiday bargains amid economic challenges.
Black Friday shoppers across Ottawa braved early morning lines and crowded stores to hunt for the best deals. CTV's Natalie van Rooy reports on the shopping frenzy that gripped the capital.
One Canadian company breaks retail tradition by closing on Black Friday 2025. Discover why they're opting out of the shopping frenzy and what it means for Canadian retail.
A new JLL survey shows 75% of Albertans will shop Black Friday sales, with over half preferring physical stores. Alberta's holiday spending averages $1,376, below the national average.
Canadian shoppers face tough choices between patriotic spending and Black Friday bargains as economic pressures mount. Retail experts reveal the attitude-behavior gap affecting holiday purchases.
Walmart's Black Friday shopping season has arrived early with massive discounts on home goods, tech, beauty and more. Save up to 60% on portable power stations, laptops, and kitchen essentials.
Barrie police are searching for suspects after thieves stole $3,000 worth of Johnnie Walker Black Label whiskey. Authorities seek public assistance in identifying the culprits.
Windsor police arrest second suspect in Cabana Road retail thefts. Suspect wore distinctive dark clothing. Latest developments in ongoing investigation.
Canadian small businesses face inventory crises as Trump's shifting China tariffs create supply chain chaos during crucial holiday season. Learn how tariffs impact retail.
U.S. retail sales continued their upward trend in September with modest gains, building on months of strong consumer spending. Analysis of retail sector performance.
A Guelph shoplifter who threatened to mace a store employee has been arrested by local police. Learn about the incident details and public safety implications.
Canadian convenience store giant Couche-Tard maintains aggressive expansion plan for 500 new locations despite cost-of-living pressures affecting consumers nationwide.
Best Buy boosts annual sales outlook as steady holiday shopping trends exceed expectations. Canadian consumers continue spending on electronics despite economic pressures.
York Regional Police are investigating a brazen robbery at a Newmarket cannabis store where thieves brandished swords. The incident occurred on November 24, 2025.