Despite the growth of e-commerce, Canadian shoppers still headed to physical stores for Boxing Day deals. Retailers used extended sales to boost post-holiday revenue. Read more about the 2025 shopping trends.
Durham Regional Police announce results of a major retail theft operation, leading to 64 arrests and 155 charges. The crackdown targeted organized theft across the region.
Despite freezing conditions, dedicated shoppers flocked to Tanger Outlets in Ottawa on December 26, 2025, seeking the best Boxing Day sales. See how Canadians celebrated this retail tradition.
Canadian Boxing Day shoppers are approaching sales with more research and intention, experts reveal. Discover the shift in consumer behaviour and what it means for retail.
Boxing Day in Canada has transformed from a frenzied shopping event to a subdued day, with empty malls and online sales reshaping the post-holiday tradition. Discover why door-crashers are a relic of the past.
Canadian Boxing Day shoppers are becoming more deliberate and less impulsive, according to retail experts. Discover the changing trends in post-holiday spending and consumer behaviour.
Don't miss the best post-holiday deals! Our roundup features top Boxing Day and after-Christmas sales from Amazon, IKEA, Brooklinen, DSW, and more. Save on tech, fashion, and home goods.
Discover how a local Edmonton retailer is defying the e-commerce trend and thriving with a unique, community-focused strategy. Learn their secrets to success.
Vancouver retailers experience a last-minute holiday rush as shoppers balance 'Buy Canadian' desires with cost-of-living pressures. Store owners report festive energy but a softer, more intentional shopping season.
Ontario consumers may see higher prices for some alcoholic beverages starting in 2026. The LCBO is expected to implement annual adjustments, impacting retail costs across the province.
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
Saskatoon retailers are reinventing the holiday shopping experience by prioritizing personal, face-to-face customer connections. Discover how local businesses are adapting in a post-pandemic world.
The Retail Council of Canada issues a stark warning about sophisticated counterfeit bills, urging businesses and the public to exercise heightened vigilance. Learn how to spot fakes.
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.
As the holiday season peaks, a Mississauga facility works around the clock to manage the surge of returned gifts for companies like Skims and Suzy Shier. Discover how the returns process works.
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.
New census data reveals small businesses are the backbone of Edmonton's economy, accounting for nearly all local economic activity. Discover the impact and what it means for the city's future.
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.
A new grocery code of conduct aims to bring fairness to Canada's food supply chain. Learn what it means for suppliers, retailers, and your wallet. Stay informed on this critical business shift.
Mastermind Toys, the beloved Canadian educational toy retailer, is pivoting its business model to launch a franchise system. This strategic shift aims to expand the brand's reach across Canada. Discover what this means for the future of toy shopping.
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.
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.
Norway initiates a comprehensive study to plan its economic transition away from oil dependency. Explore the strategies for a sustainable future.
Manitoba union calls for new safety legislation after cannabis store employees report armed robberies and sexual harassment. Learn about the urgent push for change.
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 Canadians shop for gifts, the choice between price and patriotism is front and centre. Vancouver shop owner Lisa Pozin shares insights on the seasonal challenge for local businesses.