2007 Releases
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Tis the Season...to Beware of Bogus Offers RCC and Competition Bureau Partner Release Toronto, December 18, 2007 – The Competition Bureau, in collaboration with the Retail Council of Canada, is warning consumers to be on the lookout this holiday season for bogus offers from scammers posing as well-known retailers. |
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Attention aux fausses offres pendant le temps des Fêtes RCC and Bureau de la concurrence du Canada Partner Release Le 18 décembre 2007 – En collaboration avec le Conseil canadien du commerce de détail, le Bureau de la concurrence incite les consommateurs à être particulièrement vigilants en cette période des Fêtes et à se méfier des fausses offres provenant d'arnaqueurs qui font se passer pour des détaillants bien connus. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada's Holiday 2007 Consumer Trends Canadians Spending More as Consumer Confidence Remains Strong Toronto, December 13, 2007 – The average Canadian plans to spend $1,447 this year on holiday gifts and non gift-related expenses, according to a new study conducted by POLLARA on behalf of Retail Council of Canada (RCC). This represents an increase of $137 over the $1,310 cited in RCC's 2006 holiday survey. |
| > | Retailers Welcome Tax Cuts Toronto, October 31, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) responded positively to the announcement in the fall Economic Statement that the Federal Government intends to reduce personal and corporate taxes. |
| > | Retailers in Canada of all Sizes Set Record Straight on the Strong Canadian Dollar and its Impact on Retail Pricing in Canada Toronto, October 19, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) continued to speak out on behalf of retailers from coast to coast who have been unfairly criticized for their prices on imported consumer goods. The commentators have failed to fully recognize the business facts facing Canadian retailers in this current economy. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada's Halloween 2007 Consumer Trends Halloween is a Tradition Among Canadians with 68% Planning to Celebrate Toronto, October 11, 2007 – According to a new study conducted by Pollara on behalf of Retail Council of Canada, 68% of Canadians plan to participate in at least one Halloween-related activity this year, such as going to a party, wearing a costume, handing out candy, taking children trick-or-treating, getting together with friends, and/or decorating their home. On average, Canadians plan to spend effectively the same amount this year at $59 on items such as candy, pumpkins, costumes and decorations, compared to $60 in 2006. |
| > | Additional Improvements Made to Temporary Foreign Workers Program Retailers Pleased with Government's Commitment to Dealing with Labour Shortages Vancouver, September 24, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) welcomed the announcement made today by the Honourable Monte Solberg, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Canada, and the Honourable Colin Hansen, Minister of Economic Development for British Columbia, on the additional changes made to the Temporary Foreign Workers Program. |
| > | Record Numbers Gather in Toronto to Examine the Extent and Impact of Retail Organized Crime in Canada and North America Toronto, September 13, 2007 – With retail organized crime topping $40 billion annually in North America, retailers, loss prevention experts, Canadian and International law enforcement officials, and industry partners are gathering in record numbers at Retail Council of Canada's (RCC) annual Loss Prevention Conference, on Tuesday, September 18 in Toronto. Along with sessions on the impact of Retail Organized Crime (ROC), leading industry experts will share their research findings and best practices with delegates to assist in dealing with retail theft of all shapes and forms. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada's 2007 Back-to-School Consumer Trends Canadian Consumers Remain Confident Toronto, August 20, 2007 – With less than three weeks left until school starts, retailers and consumers alike are getting into "back-to-school" mode — the second-busiest shopping season behind the Holiday Season. As a new study conducted for Retail Council of Canada (RCC) by POLLARA indicates, 37% of Canadians plan to shop for back-to-school items this year. On average, Canadians plan to spend approximately $353 on school-related items, with 34% intending to spend $400 or more. |
| > | Retailers Welcome Kraft V. Euro Excellence Supreme Court Decision Ottawa, July 26, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) welcomed the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in the Kraft V. Euro Excellence case, in which a small Quebec importer fought Kraft Canada over the right to import genuine Toblerone and Côte d'Or chocolate bars directly from Europe. |
| > | Canadian Retailers Honoured at National Excellence in Retailing Awards Event Toronto, June 5, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) awarded 18 prestigious industry awards at the annual Excellence in Retailing Awards Dinner last night. These awards recognize the retail industry's top achievers and were presented as part of STORE 2007 — Canada's Retail Conference. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada Launches eTill A Complete Point-of-Sale and Operations Bundle for Canada's Small Retailers Toronto, June 4, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) and a group of leading technology, financial and software partners today announced the launch of eTill — a comprehensive point-of-sale (POS) and operations system designed to help Canada's small, independent retailers compete in today's complex marketplace. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada and RAC Canada Form Strategic Alliance Toronto, June 4, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) and Retail Advertising and Marketing Club of Canada (RAC Canada) today announced the formation of a strategic alliance that will bring improved value and resources to each organization and its members. |
| > | Don't Miss STORE 2007 — Meet Industry Experts and Learn About "The Customer Experience" Monday, June 4, and Tuesday, June 5 Toronto, June 4, 2007 – STORE 2007, Canada's Retail Conference, which runs today and tomorrow, is expected to attract approximately 700 retail executives, suppliers and vendors to Toronto's Congress Centre. Presented by Retail Council of Canada (RCC), this two-day event offers an innovative and interactive environment where retailers can come together to hear from their peers and industry experts, discuss issues and exchange innovative ideas to do business and build relationships. This year's conference theme, "The Customer Experience," will deliver a roster of speakers who understand how to meet customer needs, solve problems and anticipate what customers will want next. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada Announces 24 Retail as a Career Scholarship Winners From Across Canada Toronto, May 31, 2007 – Twenty-four post-secondary students from across the country will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to assist in their continuing education and kick-start their retail career at Retail Council of Canada's (RCC) upcoming STORE conference, in Toronto, June 4-5. RCC, along with leading Canadian retailers, award these scholarships annually and developed this initiative to recognize outstanding post-secondary students who are pursuing retail and retail-related careers. |
| > | Canadian Retail Industry Names Steve Matyas of STAPLES Business Depot As Canadian Retail Hall of Fame Inductee Toronto, May 29, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) announced today that Steve Matyas, President of STAPLES Business Depot, will be honoured as the 2007 inductee into the Canadian Retail Education Hall of Fame. Mr. Matyas was nominated and selected by a distinguished panel of current and former retail executives, as well as representatives from the financial, academic and consulting communities. |
| > | Newfoundland Independent Retailer Honoured with National Retail Council of Canada/Visa Ambassador Award Bidgood Family of Bidgood's Supermarket Recognized for Commitment to Community Toronto, May 25, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) announced today that independent retailer Bidgood's Supermarket, a family-owned and operated business serving Newfoundlanders for more than 50 years, will be honoured with the Visa Ambassador Award at the upcoming STORE Conference in Toronto June 4-5. Bidgood's Supermarket is being recognized for its contributions to its community and to the retail industry in Newfoundland. |
| > | Canadian Retail Industry Honours Home Hardware's Walter J. Hachborn with Lifetime Achievement Award Toronto, May 22, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) announced today that Walter J. Hachborn, President and Co-Founder of Home Hardware Stores Limited, will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award. Mr. Hachborn was nominated and selected by a distinguished panel of current and former retail executives, as well as representatives from the financial, academic and consulting communities. |
| > | Wal-Mart Canada's Mario Pilozzi Awarded with Retail Industry's Highest Honour "Distinguished Retailer of the Year" Toronto, May 16, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is pleased to present Mario Pilozzi, President and CEO of Wal-Mart Canada, with the coveted 2007 Distinguished Canadian Retailer of the Year award to recognize his role as a leader in the retail industry, in addition to his generous charitable commitments to the community at large. Nominations were received from across Canada and the final selection was determined by a distinguished panel of current and former retail executives. |
| > | Delivering and Exceeding "The Customer Experience" Retail Council of Canada Presents STORE 2007 Toronto, May 8, 2007 – STORE 2007, Canada's Retail Conference, will challenge retail leaders to rethink, enhance and improve "The Customer Experience." Presented by Retail Council of Canada (RCC), this two-day event offers more than 700 attendees an innovative and interactive environment where retailers can come together to hear from their peers and industry experts, discuss issues and exchange innovative ideas to do business and build relationships. This year's conference will deliver a roster of speakers who understand how to meet customer needs, solve problems and anticipate what customers will want next. |
| > | Media Alert: Retail Gets Engaged at 2007 Retail Human Resources Conference Toronto, April 17, 2007 – As Canada's retail industry continues to experience a rapidly changing workforce, retailers need HR strategies that reach beyond recruitment and retention today and develop long-term strategies for tomorrow. Retail Council of Canada and Monster are pleased to present the annual Retail Human Resources Conference, "Retail Gets Engaged." |
| > | Retail Council of Canada Asks Atlantic Governments to Adopt a "Small Business Lens" Approach Toronto, April 16, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) welcomed the opportunity to meet today with the four Atlantic Ministers responsible for small businesses to discuss initiatives to remove 'red tape' for small business owners in the provinces and to harmonize regulations where appropriate. |
| > | Media Alert: Retail as a Career Scholarship Application Deadline is April 20, 2007 Toronto, April 12, 2007 – The scholarship application deadline for Retail Council of Canada's (RCC) annual Retail as a Career Scholarship Program is quickly approaching for those students seeking a helpful start to a promising career in retail. |
| > | Media Alert: Retail Council of Canada to Monitor Budget On Behalf of Ontario's More Than 85,000 Retailers Toronto, March 22, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) will be available for comment and analysis when Ontario Finance Minister Greg Sorbara delivers his government's fourth budget today. |
| > | Media Alert: Retail Council of Canada to Monitor Budget On Behalf of Saskatchewan's Retailers Regina, March 21, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) will be available for comment and analysis at the Saskatchewan Legislature tomorrow when Saskatchewan Finance Minister Andrew Thomson delivers his government's budget. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada's Reaction to 2007 – 2008 Federal Budget Toronto, March 19, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is pleased with the modest tax relief measures outlined in the 2007 – 2008 Federal Budget, as announced by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty earlier today. As the Voice of Retail, RCC speaks for an industry that employs more than two million Canadians and contributes approximately $390 billion in annual sales to the Canadian economy. |
| > | Media Alert: Retail Council of Canada to Monitor Federal Budget on Behalf of Canada's Retailers Toronto, March 15, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) will be available for comment and analysis when Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty delivers the federal government's Budget on Monday, March 19. |
| > | Jump Start Your Career with a Retail Scholarship Toronto, March 5, 2007 – Students seeking a helpful start to a promising career in retail should look no further than Retail Council of Canada's annual Retail as a Career Scholarship Program. |
| > | Retail Council of Canada Participates in Fraud Prevention Month Organized Crime is Estimated to Cost Canadians $5 Billion a Year Toronto, March 1, 2007 – For Canada's retail industry, retail organized crime is a serious problem and includes everything from shoplifting, container theft, counterfeiting, refund fraud, to the use of fraudulent credit, debit and gift cards and identity theft. Fraud can rear its ugly head in many forms and as each year passes, these crimes become increasingly sophisticated and brazen. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) estimates that organized crime costs Canadians $5 billion a year. |
| > | Canadians Prove Their Love This Valentine's Day: Retail Council of Canada 54% of Canadians Intend to Give Candy and Chocolates to their Loved Ones Vancouver, February 23, 2007 – Retail Council of Canada (RCC) welcomed the announcement made today by the Honourable Monte Solberg, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Canada and the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration on the additional changes made to the Temporary Foreign Workers Program. Extending the Labour Market Opinion permitting foreign workers to work in Canada from 12 to 24 months will greatly benefit the staffing needs of Canadian retailers. |
| > | Changes Made to Temporary Foreign Workers Program RCC Applauds Harper Government's Efforts to Further Address Labour Shortages Toronto, February 9, 2007 – When it comes to Valentine's Day, Canadians like to show affection for all of the important people in their lives, and this year it's no different. According to a new study conducted for Retail Council of Canada by POLLARA, 81% of Canadians intend to show their spouse or partner they care on February 14, while 52% of Canadians plan to show other family members, including children, just how much they appreciate them. |