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Eddie Bauer Launches Nationwide Liquidation Sales in Canada

                              An Eddie Bauer store in Vaughan, Ont., on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.   Eddie Bauer has begun liquidation sales across its Canadian stores as the retailer undergoes a major restructuring effort. The move follows financial challenges that have pushed the company to streamline operations while exploring potential buyers. All Canadian locations are expected to remain open during the liquidation period, offering discounts as inventory is cleared. The retailer has indicated that if a suitable buyer emerges, it may shift from winding down operations to pursuing a sale that keeps some stores running. Eddie Bauer, long known for its outdoor apparel and gear, has faced mounting pressures from changing consumer habits and a competitive retail landscape. The coming weeks will determine whether the brand can secure a path forward or complete its exit from the Canadian market....

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popular Christmas traditions in other countries

 

Christmas is celebrated in many different ways around the world. Here are some of the most popular Christmas traditions from different countries:

  1. Mexico: In Mexico, people celebrate Christmas with a nine-day celebration called Las Posadas. The celebration reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to stay in Bethlehem.
  2. Germany: Germans celebrate Christmas with a Christmas market called Christkindlmarkt. The market sells Christmas decorations, food, and gifts .
  3. Italy: In Italy, people celebrate Christmas with a feast called La Vigilia. The feast consists of seven fish dishes and is eaten on Christmas Eve .
  4. Sweden: Swedes celebrate Christmas with a feast called Julbord. The feast consists of traditional Swedish dishes such as meatballs, pickled herring, and Jansson’s Temptation .
  5. Japan: In Japan, people celebrate Christmas with a meal of fried chicken from KFC. This tradition started in the 1970s when KFC launched a marketing campaign called “Kentucky for Christmas!” .
  6. Australia: Australians celebrate Christmas with a barbecue on the beach. It’s a great way to enjoy the warm weather and the outdoors .
  7. Brazil: In Brazil, people celebrate Christmas with a feast called Ceia de Natal. The feast consists of turkey, ham, and other traditional Brazilian dishes .
  8. Greece: Greeks celebrate Christmas with a feast called Christougenna. The feast consists of traditional Greek dishes such as lamb, stuffed grape leaves, and spanakopita .

I hope you find these traditions interesting! 

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