
Aeroplan-Parkland Partnership Adds 1,100+ New Locations to Earn, Redeem
Aeroplan and JOURNIETM Rewards members can earn at 1,100+ Ultramar, Chevron, Pioneer, Fas Gas, ON the RUN and Marché Express locations; Members can earn up to 3X the points when they link their Aeroplan and JOURNIETM Rewards accounts MONTREAL, QC–Aeroplan members can begin earning and redeeming points at any of …

How a Cashless Society Means New Opportunity for Businesses, Consumers
By Hamed Arbabi, CEO, VoPay When speaking about the future of a cashless society, we have to acknowledge the role the COVID-19 pandemic played as a catalyst for digitization acceleration. All over the world, we have altered the way we work, travel, shop, and how businesses pay for goods and …

Scene+ is now available at Home Hardware store locations across Canada
ST. JACOBS, ON–Canadians can now earn Scene+™ points at Home Hardware Stores Limited’s close to 1,100 locations across Canada and at homehardware.ca using their Scene+™ Loyalty Card and the Scotiabank® Scene+™ Visa* Card. With the addition of Home Hardware, Canada’s largest Dealer-owned home improvement retailer to the Scene+ roster, Canadians …

Subway Introduces MVP Rewards, New Loyalty Program with More Points
Sandwich lovers across North America will feel like an MVP TORONTO, ON–Subway unveiled MVP Rewards, a refreshed loyalty program launching September 9 in Canada, the U.S., and Puerto Rico. The new and improved program gives Subway guests the MVP experience with more ways to earn, more perks, and more earning …

Walmart Canada launches Live Better U Canada
TORONTO, ON–With a commitment to ensuring their associates have the skills needed for the future, Walmart Canada announced they will cover the cost of tuition, books, and course fees for associates through its Live Better U (LBU) education program. This program marks a $50 million investment over the next five …

HUDSON’S BAY RELAUNCHES HUDSON’S BAY REWARDS
Hudson’s Bay Rewards can be earned and redeemed at both Hudson’s Bay and Zellers TORONTO, ON–Hudson’s Bay relaunched Hudson’s Bay Rewards, with a new app that brings together the best of customer loyalty programs in a new, fun and valuable Rewards experience. The Hudson’s Bay Rewards app delivers exclusive offers …

Comment: Nostalgia Might Not Be Enough For A Zellers Reboot
By Richard Schenker As a former management executive of HBC during Zeller’s heyday, I will be watching the reboot of Zellers this Thursday with much excitement and fanfare. I suspect that there will be much interest by shoppers to check out this new incarnation of the brand. However, like several …

Buy Now, Pay Later Poised to Evolve Retail Shopper Behaviour
By Jon Purther As we continue to move into an increasingly digital world, we are seeing major shifts in payment trends. These shifts are driven by consumers’ changing expectations, behaviours and needs – and are facilitated by payment innovation and evolving technologies. One of the most prominent trends in Canada …

Purolator partners with Best Buy on holiday shipping
Company’s shipping drop-off and pick-up services now available at 101 Best Buy locations across Canada TORONTO, ON–Purolator has new a nationwide partnership with Best Buy as part of Purolator’s plan to provide exceptional service to its customers this holiday season. The company also grew its workforce, added new agent partners …

2022 Excellence in Retailing Awards: WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Retail Council of Canada’s prestigious recognition reflects retailers’ most significant innovations during a period of unprecedented change TORONTO, ON–Over the last year, retailers across Canada have continued to demonstrate remarkable leadership and have implemented important innovation. Fifteen of those retailers took home top accolades tonight at the 2022 Excellence in …