Trade War Forces Furniture Retailer to Close Stores
Ottawa-area furniture retailer The New Oak Tree has closed two of its locations to keep its remaining stores open.
Latest News
Bed Bath & Beyond Back in Canada with Online Launch
More than three years after exiting the Canadian retail scene, Bed Bath & Beyond has returned.
Latest News
Ikea Canada CEO Moving on to Different Role
After just over three years at the helm of Ikea Canada, Selwyn Crittendon is stepping down.
Two Furniture Makers get Automation Funding
Two furniture manufacturers will receive federal funding to invest in automation and modernize their operations.
Small Business Confidence Slips in September
Fuel costs and tariff pressures dragged small business confidence down nearly 10 points in September to 47.9.
IMM Cologne Adds Two New Sub-brands for 2027
IMM Cologne has introduced two distinct sub-brands for its 2027 trade fair: Global Sourcing and Retail Furniture.
Features
Shipping Insurance a Safety Net for Online Retailers
For Canadian e-commerce retailers, shipping insurance shifts from a nice extra to a smart, strategic safety net.
Renos Continued to Drive Construction Spending in Q2
Renovation spending accounted for most of the growth in residential construction investment in the second quarter.
Features
U.S.-Canada Trade Spat Brings More Tariffs and Worry
New 50 per cent U.S. tariffs have prompted the Canadian government to announce “dollar for dollar” counter levies.
10 Metrics for Managing your Furniture Retail Image
Integrating these 10 principles can yield not just market differentiation but long-term resilience.
Retail Matters
Why Textile Certifications Matter for Bedding
Bedding certifications like Oeko-Tex and GOTS are trusted worldwide but each serves a slightly different purpose.
Why Ignoring E-commerce Could Cost You Business
Consumers are increasingly shopping for furniture online. Retailers that fail to adapt risk falling behind.
Retail Matters
The Real Cost of Improperly Trained Retail Sales Associates
Improperly trained RSAs represent the gap between a store’s potential and its actual performance.
Why Consistent 3-D Product Visuals Matter Online
When online product visuals are consistent, it improves conversions and strengthens the e-commerce experience.
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