Retail & Manufacturing

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says total manufacturing sales rose to their highest level since September 2023 as they climbed 0.2 per cent to $72.9 billion in February.

TORONTO — A new document circulated to lawyers involved in Hudson’s Bay’s creditor protection case is raising suspicion that a company insider may be exploring a bid for the retailer’s assets or leases.

Apparel retailer Frank and Oak says it is closing nine stores across Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia by May 7.

A Chinese billionaire in British Columbia has taken to social media to announce her plans to buy dozens of Hudson's Bay locations after she saw "Canadians feeling sad" over the collapse of the retail giant.

Retail consultants say a lack of distinctive products and frugal private-equity owners hurt the brand’s image

TORONTO — When Hudson's Bay closes the vast majority of its stores in June, the job losses will extend beyond the storied retailer's own workforce.

TORONTO — Canadian apparel companies including Aritzia and Lululemon saw their stock prices slide Thursday as investors reacted to the sweeping new tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

Bright spots include Granville Street’s new Rec Room and a large mixed-use project above the Commodore Ballroom

Jeff Starnaman is to be COO at Georgia Main Food Group, while owner H.Y. Louie has yet to appoint a new president for the grocery retailer

Hudson's Bay has begun liquidating all but six of its stores after the company filed for creditor protection earlier this month. Here’s how the process is unfolding so far.