Lightspeed CEO Dax Dasilva on why Canadian back to school promotions start in June while families don't shop until August, and what retailers should do about the gap.
A new 85-page report from the Waterfront BIA lays out a plan to unify Toronto's waterfront into one connected destination, with a Vivid Sydney-style signature festival as the long-term goal.
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Guelph's opening drew nearly 200 customers in four days, and three more Ontario locations are lined up in London and Hamilton, with the company targeting 10 to 15 salons before it scales further.
Lightspeed research reveals Canadian shoppers have "zero patience for fluff" with 93% now intentional buyers and 77% tightening strategies amid tariff pressures, creating opportunities for local retailers over U.S. giants.
The Athens-founded fast-casual brand with 50+ locations across Greece, Cyprus, and Lebanon opens its first North American location at 357 Bremner Blvd. in CityPlace this month.