As Quebec began its first retail reopening phase on June 7, Quebecers resumed their consumption habits with their favorite local businesses.

When the province entered Phase 1 of its reopening plan on June 11, 2021, Ontarians spent the weekend dining at patios, attending outdoor fitness classes, shopping at non-essential retailers, and making trips to wine country and cottage country.

Forecasts based on previous observations assume that the past holds the key to the future, and that nothing else is required.

If you’re currently selling a product or service online that might appeal to shoppers outside of Canada, it’s time to start thinking about scaling your business globally.

From contactless payments to emerging categories, businesses and consumers alike were able to adapt to our new normal in some surprising ways.

Preparing for the cold winter months has been a major theme for fall spending in 2020. From upgrading home furnishings to preparing for winter recreation, Canadians are planning ahead for a winter that will likely bring a lot of time at home.

With the weather heating up and people staying home, Canadians got creative with where their money was going over the summer.