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Happy Belly signs agreement for 150 Heal Wellness locations in Texas
Happy Belly Food Group has signed a binding agreement to develop 150 Heal Wellness restaurants across Texas, expanding its U.S. franchise pipeline. The post Happy Belly signs agreement for 150 Heal Wellness locations in Texas appeared first on Retail Insider .
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Cadillac Fairview outlines 2026 holiday programming across Canadian shopping centres
Cadillac Fairview is introducing interactive holiday displays, Santa experiences, seasonal events and extended shopping hours at its Canadian retail centres for 2026. The post Cadillac Fairview outlines 2026 holiday programming across Canadian shopping centres appeared first on…
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Walmart Brings Sparky AI Shopping Assistant to Canada
Walmart has launched its Sparky AI shopping assistant in Canada, bringing conversational product discovery and shopping-list tools to Walmart.ca and its mobile app. The rollout follows U.S. findings of higher average order values among Sparky users as Canadian retailers expand…
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Retail Insider “Q3 2026 Convenience Report”: Food Growth Must Improve Store Economics
Convenience retailers are investing in prepared food, exclusive products and repeat-visit rewards. The Q3 report asks whether those gains can improve merchandise sales and margins across the store. The post Retail Insider “Q3 2026 Convenience Report”: Food Growth Must Improve…
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The RONA Foundation presents $580,000 to nearly 150 local organizations
The fourth edition of the campaign mobilized the RONA network's teams and customers in support of organizations that provide aid to vulnerable individuals across Canada The post The RONA Foundation presents $580,000 to nearly 150 local organizations appeared first on Retail…
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Primaris Lines Up New Retailers for Former Toys “R” Us Stores Across Canada
Primaris REIT has negotiated replacement tenant deals for six former Toys R Us stores spanning approximately 145,000 square feet. Higher rents are anticipated, with tenants expected to take possession during 2027. The article also examines Old Navy at Dufferin Mall and Jumbo at…
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Hockey Card World Sales Jump 50% After Joining Temu Marketplace
Ontario-based Hockey Card World reports a 50% sales increase since joining Temu, with the online marketplace now accounting for about half of its sales. The post Hockey Card World Sales Jump 50% After Joining Temu Marketplace appeared first on Retail Insider .
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Urban Barn opens first New Brunswick store in Moncton, expanding Canadian retail network
Urban Barn has opened a 6,200-square-foot store at Moncton's Mapleton Centre, creating 11 local jobs and bringing its Canadian store count to 55. The post Urban Barn opens first New Brunswick store in Moncton, expanding Canadian retail network appeared first on Retail Insider .
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Canadians spend nearly 80 hours a year searching for something to watch: Roku
A Roku study finds Canadians spend an average of 13 minutes searching for streaming content, highlighting opportunities for advertisers as viewers navigate multiple platforms. The post Canadians spend nearly 80 hours a year searching for something to watch: Roku appeared first…
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AI Shopping Agents Raise New Security Risks for Retailers Ahead of Holiday Season: Thales
As AI shopping agents reshape retail and e-commerce, Thales warns of growing data security risks, privacy concerns and accountability gaps facing retailers ahead of the holiday shopping season. The post AI Shopping Agents Raise New Security Risks for Retailers Ahead of Holiday…
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Buy Canadian Movement Creates New Opportunities for Advertisers: Vistar Media
The Buy Canadian movement is reshaping consumer expectations and advertising strategies. Vistar Media's Scott Mitchell explains how brands can use local relevance and out-of-home advertising to connect with Canadians The post Buy Canadian Movement Creates New Opportunities for…
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From The Desk: Retail real estate shifts, selective expansion and operational discipline
Canadian retail is shifting as landlords redevelop spaces, retailers focus expansion, and operations integrate technology amid cost and labour pressures. The post From The Desk: Retail real estate shifts, selective expansion and operational discipline appeared first on Retail…
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Daily Synopsis: October 30, 2026
Galen Weston fears food inflation coming back, Metro expands with store investments in Quebec, family run Indonesian grocery store opening in Vancouver, and other news. The post Daily Synopsis: October 30, 2026 appeared first on Retail Insider .
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5 Best Rehab Centres Near Toronto (With Amenities)
Five rehab centres near Toronto made this list, and the differences between them start with the buildings themselves. The post 5 Best Rehab Centres Near Toronto (With Amenities) appeared first on Retail Insider .
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The DIY Mistakes Kiwi Homeowners Should Avoid When Tackling Home Improvement Projects
Kiwis have long had a reputation for rolling up their sleeves and doing it themselves. The post The DIY Mistakes Kiwi Homeowners Should Avoid When Tackling Home Improvement Projects appeared first on Retail Insider .
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Best Order Management Software for Foodservice Distributors in 2026
It is a common day's routine for most foodservice distributors to begin once the orders come in overnight via text, email, voicemail, and PDF, and the staff re-enters them to correct errors before the trucks arrive for loading. The post Best Order Management Software for…
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How Retailers Can Use Life Insurance to Improve Employee Benefits
The retail business relies on its employees to ensure that customers are properly served, stock levels are kept, and cash registers work smoothly The post How Retailers Can Use Life Insurance to Improve Employee Benefits appeared first on Retail Insider .
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How eSIMs Are Quietly Changing Travel Retail, and Where Retailers Can Win
How eSIMs Are Quietly Changing Travel Retail Plastic travel SIMs are fading fast. Compare where eSIMs fit across retail channels and how retailers can turn the shift into new revenue. The post How eSIMs Are Quietly Changing Travel Retail, and Where Retailers Can Win appeared…
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Why the First Insurance Offer May Not Cover Your Personal Injury-Related Losses
An insurance offer may arrive quickly, but the cost of an injury rarely comes with a complete price tag. The post Why the First Insurance Offer May Not Cover Your Personal Injury-Related Losses appeared first on Retail Insider .
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While Malibu burned, Magnolia Pearl was already there
The fires that swept through Malibu and the wider Los Angeles area in early 2025 moved faster than most people could respond to them. The post While Malibu burned, Magnolia Pearl was already there appeared first on Retail Insider .