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Arc’teryx opens first ‘Alpha’ store concept in Toronto

Performance apparel retailer Arc’teryx has unveiled a new store concept in Toronto, Canada, aimed at “reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement”. Dubbed ‘Alpha’, the new format will roll out through future store openings starting summer 2024, with each location to act as a hub for community engagement and a...

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Zara Canada faces allegations of forced labour by local watchdog

In what has become a continued crackdown on potential malpractices within the supply chains of various fashion companies, a Canadian watchdog is set to launch yet another investigation into claims of forced labour, this time at Zara Canada. The Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE) is already currently carrying out a number of...

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Ralph Lauren expands in Canada, opens first store and launches digital commerce

Premium lifestyle brand Ralph Lauren has revealed Canada expansion plans, which largely involve the launching of a dedicated commerce platform and the opening of its first store in the country. Having recently opened in Toronto's Yorkdale Shopping Centre, the store acts as the first in what is to be an ongoing retail expansion in Canada, where...

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Allbirds secures distribution deal in Canada and South Korea

Sportswear and footwear brand Allbirds has announced two new agreements with distributor partners in Canada and South Korea as it looks to move towards a third-party model. The company, which had initially adopted a direct go-to-market strategy, made the shift as part of its ongoing Strategic Transformation Plan which it announced earlier this...

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Ralph Lauren, Diesel and Hugo Boss face Canadian watchdog investigation for forced labour claims

A number of fashion and apparel companies are facing investigations by a Canadian watchdog in regards to complaints alleging there was evidence of forced labour in their production. The Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE) published its initial reports for each of the companies in question, responding to a series of complaints...

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Canada bans animal testing and trade in cosmetics

In what is being hailed as a monumental victory, the Canadian government has passed a bill that will prohibit animal testing and trade within the cosmetics industry. Made through the Budget Implementation Act, the measures will also ban the selling of products that rely on new animal testing data to establish their safety, as well as false or...

Retail |Beauty

Maëlys continues global expansion with Canada launch

Prestige body care brand Maëlys is expanding into Canada after announcing a retail partnership with beauty retailer Shoppers Drug Mart. Maëlys, known for offering body care solutions that help firm, tighten, sculpt and shape, will be expanding into Canada as part of the ‘Thoughtful Choices at Shoppers Drug Mart’ platform, which offers a curated...

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FatFace set to make first move into Canada

As part of its ongoing growth strategy, FatFace has revealed plans to enter the Canadian market, with its first store in the region set to open in Ontario. The announcement is linked to the brand’s growing presence in North America, in which it currently operates 24 stores in the US across nine states. Its Canadian store opening is currently...

Fashion

Ssense co-founders to be honoured at CAFA 2022

The Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) has revealed the official 2022 nominees for its eighth edition of the event. The nominees were announced by CAFA president Vicky Milner during a private reception at Toronto’s Design Exchange. Among the announcements, co-founders of multi-brand retailer Ssense, Rami Atallah, Firas Atallah and Bassel...