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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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Diplomatic Tensions Escalate: India Condemns Canada’s Expulsion of Diplomats

 


In a significant escalation of diplomatic tensions, India has strongly condemned Canada’s recent expulsion of six Indian diplomats. The Indian government described the move as “preposterous imputations” driven by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s political agenda. This development follows the assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil, which has been a point of contention between the two nations.

Canada’s Foreign Minister, Mélanie Joly, stated that India was asked to waive diplomatic and consular immunity to cooperate in the investigation but refused. In retaliation, India has expelled six Canadian diplomats, further straining the already tense relations between the two countries.

The diplomatic row underscores the complexities and sensitivities surrounding international relations and the impact of domestic political agendas on global diplomacy. Both nations now face the challenge of navigating this crisis while maintaining their respective national interests.

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