Retail
How Spence Diamonds’ new CMO plans to grow the company
Veeral Rathod sees parallels between the apparel and diamond industries.
Shopper habits heading into the holiday season
New research by Google includes insights into how consumers shop during the busy retail season.
Inside Suzi Roher’s first flagship store
The accessories brand’s first standalone location takes inspiration from the art world to connect to Toronto’s fashion scene.
CloudRaker opens shopper practice
After hiring Kris Matheson as executive director in Toronto, the agency will help launch the Goods & Commerce platform.
IKEA reuses a classic spot
A sequel to one of the retailer’s best-known ads brings support to its sustainability programs.
Mark’s shows its appreciation for down time
The retailer sticks close to its hard-working roots while promoting its selection of casual wear.
Hubba hires first CTO
Desh Singh will lead development of technology behind the company’s shift to help brands connect with retailers.
BonLook eyes big expansion
The eyewear company goes from a single online store to 25 bricks-and-mortar locations as it looks to build a national brand.
The Home Depot picks FCB Canada
The agency will handle national advertising for the retailer, ending long relationships with Publicis and Cossette.
PetSmart launches new loyalty program
The pet retailer partnered with Aimia on a program aimed at delivering personalized customer experiences.
A&W partners with UberEats on home delivery
The QSR becomes the latest chain to partner with the food delivery service in a bid to offer more convenience.
Retail growth continues to be sluggish
The latest analysis of StatsCan numbers shows things are likely to get worse before they get better.
Ottawa’s Mad Radish to open in Toronto
The chain looks to capitalize on fast-casual health food trends with a chef-driven menu, in-store pickup and cashless check out.
Town Shoes to close its doors
All 38 of the DSW brand’s retail locations in Canada will cease to exist by January 2019.
Why Kobo chose to partner with Walmart in the U.S.
The Toronto-based ebook company brings its international retail strategy to a market dominated by big players.
