Retail
Walmart and Instacart expand grocery delivery
The service will come to nearly 200 stores as the retailer expands its omnichannel options in the grocery category.
Amazon tops survey of most-trusted ecommerce brands
Despite recent controversies, the online giant ranked first in 18 of the 24 product categories examined in BrandSpark’s survey.
IKEA Canada constructs a brand for the future
As the popular retailer faces stiff competition, it’s building new in-store and online experiences (no Allen key needed).
More parents going online for back-to-school deals
A survey shows consumers are looking for ways to reduce the expense of the season, which is on its way back up.
Shoppers Drug Mart launches The Beauty Project
The in-store event is meant to show the role Shoppers can play in helping consumers experiment with and discover new looks.
Aldo begins eliminating single-use bags
The move aims to reduce both plastic and paper waste, eliminating roughly 10 million bags from circulation globally.
Leon’s stocks small store with big tech
The furniture retailer is building its omnichannel strategy by testing technology at its first smaller-format location.
Canadian Tire to buy Party City’s Canadian assets
The retailer adds the party store’s 65 locations and product portfolio to further diversify its seasonal selection.
SPC takes a new approach to reach Gen Z
The student-focused loyalty program has refreshed its digital platforms to be a more user-centric brand.
Save-On-Foods emphasizes quality through humour
The supermarket chain highlights local and fresh value propositions by showing everyday messiness.
Home Hardware paints with AR
The retailer takes another run at the tech, giving slightly older consumers a chance to get inspiration for Beauti-Tone products.
Cadillac Fairview launches Eaton Centre content studio
“Streaming at CF” adds a new experiential element to the mall, while connecting with content creators and their fans.
IKEA Canada changes approach to its catalogue
The retailer ends home delivery, making it available only online and in-store, adopting a strategy around multiple launches focused on experiential and loyalty.
Sobeys plans to eliminate plastic bags early next year
The Empire banner would become the first national chain to do so amid growing consumer concern over plastic waste.
Contactless spending continues to trend upwards
Tap-style transactions continue to make up the majority of card payments in Canada, according to a report from Moneris.
