Retail

The merger of two of Ottawa's largest office furniture dealers was triggered by furniture maker Herman Miller’s $1.8-billion acquisition last summer of another leading global manufacturer, Knoll. 

Beau's co-founder Steve Beauchesne said joining forces with the southern Ontario brewery will give his company a new lease on life after a tough two years during the pandemic.

Ever since she opened Lynn’s Tailoring in 2009, entrepreneur and seamstress Lynn Truong has become a key figure in the Byward Market. 

Ottawa-based chain has made a splash on the Toronto scene and is looking to do the same in Montreal.

Traffic at Ottawa malls is soaring after a blue Christmas in 2020, paving the way for what one analyst says could be a December to remember for the beleaguered retail sector.

“I always knew that this is what I wanted to do,” the 47-year-old says. “I didn’t think of doing anything else except owning my own Gabriel’s, to be honest with you.”

Wouldn't you know it, Farm Boy has gone and grown up. Its fresh-faced brand character may still wear...

Wouldn't you know it, Farm Boy has gone and grown up. Its fresh-faced brand character may still wear...

Local retail chain evolved into a multi-faceted operation that sold gas and forged affiliations with fast-food giants such as Subway and McDonald’s.

Tetia Bayoro's business, Chap Chap Snacks, sells traditional African snacks on a subscription basis, sending customers a new package of goodies each month.