Counterfeit bill circulation spikes in Canadian retail
Canadian retailers face a significant rise in fake currency circulation. Learn how to spot counterfeit bills and protect your business from financial loss.
Canadian retailers face a significant rise in fake currency circulation. Learn how to spot counterfeit bills and protect your business from financial loss.
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.
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.
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 consumer protection group is urging Quebec to implement stricter regulations on tipping as customers face more requests for gratuities than ever before. Learn about the proposed changes.
Toys R Us is closing all but one Quebec location on January 5. Discover six quirky toys you'll now have to hunt for elsewhere, from banana toothbrushes to plush Pennywise.
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.
Shoppers in Laval, Quebec, gain more time for holiday purchases as local malls implement extended weekend hours. Discover the details and plan your festive shopping.
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.
Windsor police arrest second suspect in Cabana Road retail thefts. Suspect wore distinctive dark clothing. Latest developments in ongoing investigation.
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.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing holiday shopping in Canada, helping retailers optimize operations and consumers find perfect gifts. Discover how AI transforms the festive season.
Growing numbers of Quebec residents are counting on Black Friday deals for holiday purchases, driven by discounts and economic uncertainty. Learn why shopping habits are changing.
Sault police and Crime Stoppers seek public help identifying a suspect in clothing theft from Mark's Work Wearhouse on October 21, 2025. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Toronto's new neighbourhood retail regulations reveal city's contradictory stance on small businesses. Despite claims of support, restrictive rules threaten local entrepreneurship.
Charlottetown businesses are launching discounted local gift card programs to attract holiday shoppers downtown. Discover how this initiative supports small retailers and keeps spending within the community.
Local Abbotsford businesses are collaborating with police to tackle rising shoplifting incidents. Learn how this partnership aims to protect retailers and reduce crime in the community.
Retailers in Nova Scotia are increasing prices ahead of Black Friday sales. Discover how consumers are reacting and tips for smart shopping during the holiday season.
The LCBO plans to introduce paper bags manufactured in Ontario by summer 2026, marking a significant sustainability shift for Canada's liquor retailer. Learn about this environmental initiative.
A Canadian court has approved Hudson's Bay Company's plan to auction its historic 1670 royal charter. This landmark decision could reshape Canadian retail history.
Canadian retail sales grew just 0.2% in Q3 2025, the weakest pace in over a year. Trade war and slowed population growth impact consumer spending ahead of holiday season.
Ottawa Police are asking for the public's help to identify three suspects wanted in connection with a significant theft from a Bayshore Drive store on November 10.
London Police seek three suspects after a jewelry store robbery at Masonville Place shopping mall. The incident occurred Wednesday night, November 19, 2025. Investigation ongoing.
Windsor police have apprehended a retail theft suspect in the city's east end. Learn more about the arrest details and ongoing retail crime concerns in the region.