Retail

Bright side of business: The pandemic is just one more challenge for hardworking seamstress

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

Bagel business is booming for Kettlemans

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

Is Ottawa heading for its biggest holiday shopping season ever? Retail expert says it’s a good bet

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.

It’s been a slice so far: Gabriel’s boss George Hanna savours role as head of iconic local restaurant chain

“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.”

Lordy lordy, look who’s 40: Farm Boy

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

Lordy lordy, look who’s 40: Farm Boy

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

‘A good run’: Ottawa-based Quickie Convenience Stores sold to MacEwen Petroleum

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.

Thinking inside the box: Entrepreneur’s search for African snacks sparks new food venture

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

‘There’s the TikTok guy’: Smiths Falls appliance retailer builds global following

Since posting his first video in March, Corey McMullan has gained nearly 44,000 followers, and his posts have generated nearly half a million likes. 

Ottawa has lost 8,600 retail jobs since July. Why?

Even as malls and other shops reopened over the summer and capacity restrictions in stores were eased, the number of retail employees in the nation’s capital has steadily fallen.
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