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Judge Halts Retailer’s Bid for Former Hudson’s Bay Space at Yorkdale

Judge blocks department store from moving into former HBC space at Yorkdale mall. A proposed plan to open a new retailer in the former Hudson’s Bay space at Yorkdale Shopping Centre has been stopped by an Ontario judge. The decision blocks a deal that would have transferred the large anchor location to a discount-focused department store operator. The court found that the arrangement did not meet the standards required for such a major tenancy change, supporting Yorkdale’s position that the retailer was not an appropriate fit for the mall’s upscale environment. The ruling ends months of dispute over the future of the vacant three-level space and underscores the challenges malls face as they try to repurpose former department store footprints. Yorkdale, known for its luxury brands and high-end positioning, is now expected to pursue alternatives that better align with its long‑term strategy.

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High Heat Wave Sweeps Ontario: Widespread Warnings Issued by Environment Canada

 

Ontario is sweltering under a prolonged heat wave, with Environment Canada sounding the alarm about dangerously high temperatures. Communities across the province, from southwestern Ontario to the Quebec border, are at risk. Vulnerable individuals, including older adults and young children, face heightened health risks as temperatures soar. In the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa, humidity could make it feel as hot as 45°C. Even regions further north are bracing for humidex values in the low to mid-40s. This unusual heat event, exacerbated by climate change, underscores the importance of staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activities during peak heat, and checking on neighbors. Let’s all keep cool and look out for one another during this scorching weather.

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