Case Studies
Case Study: 124 Street BIA proves +$600K festival ROI with spending data
See how 124 Street BIA moved from anecdotes to evidence by measuring event impact with real-world spending data.
Retail
Steady, Not Surging: Canada’s Retail Performance Signals in Winter 2026
Commentary from the Retail Council of Canada presents how retailers reported lower sales in Winter 2026.
Consumer Spending Insights
The Index of Consumer Spending slips further in the fourth quarter of 2025 stabilized by holiday activity
Exclusive commentary from the Index of Consumer Spending presents how Canadians chose to spend in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Holiday Trends
Valentine’s Day spending surges in a short, powerful window, Moneris data shows
Moneris data reveals a 48 per cent spike in Valentine’s Day spending during the final week before February 14, driven by florists, restaurants and at‑home celebrations. Explore regional trends and insights for businesses in the full blog.
Holiday Trends
Black Friday spending jumped 25 per cent despite cautious holiday trends, finds Moneris data
Moneris spending data and survey results showed a season defined by caution and contrasts. This year, Canadians approached holiday shopping with restraint.
Consumer Spending Insights
The Index of Consumer Spending falls in the third quarter of 2025 as Canadians tighten their wallets
Exclusive commentary from the Index of Consumer Spending presents how Canadians chose to spend in the third quarter of 2025.
Sports
Grand slams and dinner plans: Jays’ Game 7 lifts downtown restaurant volumes by 29 per cent, shows Moneris data
Moneris data shows the Jays' playoff games transformed Toronto’s dining scene, with downtown restaurant volumes up 29% in the ALCS finale and 27% during the World Series opener. See how fan energy turned into real spending across the city.
Retail
Retail’s Summer Surge: Strong Sales and Healthy Margins Define 2025 Season
Commentary from the Retail Council of Canada presents how retailers reported a period of strong sales in Summer 2025.
Tourism and Events
Interprovincial travel spending up 5 per cent as Canadians rethink U.S. trips, shows Moneris data
More Canadians are choosing trips within Canada. A Moneris-commissioned Angus Reid survey shows a shift away from U.S. travel plans.
Case Studies, Tourism and Events
Case Study: How Downtown Van Turned Data into Direction
Discover how Downtown Van uses consumer spending data to measure event impact, support local businesses, and shape the future of downtown Vancouver.