Canadian fulfillment means purchasing large shipments overseas, then importing them to Canada, where they’re held by a third party until you receive an order and they ship it out. While it seems like a rather roundabout way of doing business, there’s a reason it’s becoming increasingly popular among U.S. businesses: It saves you money.
Stalco, a Toronto-based 3PL specializing in fulfillment and distribution for high-velocity ecommerce clients in Canada, the U.S. and abroad, has been acquired by Canada Cartage. Stalco will become a standalone unit within CCLS, Canada Cartage’s fulfillment and distribution division, and operated independently.
A former Macy’s executive and a Wall Street veteran have teamed up to start a retail acquisition and advisory group that’s looking to build up a stable of purpose-driven brands it can help scale and grow globally. The group launched with the acquisition of distressed Canadian apparel brand Frank and Oak, which closed on Oct. 8.
For many brands and products, English-speaking Canada is an ideal market in which to plan a launch. This is primarily because it’s a microcosm of the U.S. market on many levels.
Ulta Beauty will start opening stores in Canada, with plans to establish itself as a global brand. Here is a look at what the move to Canada means for the company’s plans for global expansion.
Lamps Plus Inc., a specialty lighting retailer in the United States, announced its expansion into the Canada market with the launch of LampsPlus.ca. See why the company decided to make the move and how its business has grown north of the border.
Express Inc. is making strategic moves in Canada and closing 17 of its retail locations. See what Express Inc. CEO and president had to say about these closures and what it means for the retail climate in Canada.