Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning retailers.

Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

Start Date: 2025-03-30
End Date: 2025-04-05

Important Updates

Secondary Stories

February Retail Prices Data Released

Statistics Canada has published the monthly average retail prices for selected products for February 2025. Retailers can leverage this data to assess pricing strategies and market trends.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

Machinery Rental Price Index Update

The Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing Services Price Index for Q4 2024 is now available. This index can guide stakeholders in pricing and rental strategies.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

Provincial Announcements

Ontario Reacts to U.S. Softwood Lumber Duties

Ontario officials criticized the U.S.'s intention to increase duties on Canadian softwood lumber, citing potential impacts on the forest sector and American housing costs.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca

Public Officials' Social Media

MP Dave Epp Visits Greenhouse

MP Dave Epp visited a bell pepper greenhouse to discuss industry challenges with the Braun family.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

MP Taleeb Noormohamed Promotes Local Business

MP Taleeb Noormohamed encouraged support for Canadian businesses by visiting Sarpal Cotton Premium in Vancouver.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

What We're Reading This Week

• Beyond Oil and Fandango Partnership: Expansion of distribution networks through new partnerships.
• BigCommerce and NAED Partnership: BigCommerce becomes a corporate partner with NAED to boost digital innovation in electrical distribution.