RCCSTORE25: Navigate the Now, Shape the Future
As the economic landscape shifts beneath our feet, retailers in Canada must act decisively and think strategically to survive and thrive. That’s why RCCSTORE25, Canada’s most anticipated retail event, isn’t just important—it’s critical. As disruption accelerates, it’s where industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers must come together to spark ideas, confront challenges, and shape the future of retail in Canada.
Making Sense of Retail’s Economic and Social Shifts
Evolving trade policies, inflation. supply chain volatility and shifting consumer demographics are impacting retail at its core. These aren’t just passing trends but powerful forces redefining how, where, and why Canadians shop. At RCCSTORE25, top economists and retail analysts will explore how retailers can remain agile, customer-centric, and resilient in an environment where the only constant is change.
- Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist at Deloitte, unpacks the biggest forces shaping 2025 and what they mean for retail in Canada.
- Global industry futurist Doug Stephens presents an entirely new way of thinking about the chaos currently engulfing our industry and lays out a means of turning it into a competitive super-power.
AI in Retail: Smarter Strategies, Bigger Rewards
From hyper-personalized shopping experiences to predictive inventory management, AI is fueling new levels of efficiency and profitability for retailers across Canada and beyond.
AI expert Sharon Gai along with senior leaders Samir Kulkarni, CEO, Showcase and Ilana Santone, SVP Business and AI Transformation, Canadian Tire will break down what real success with AI looks like. Discover how these top retailers are leveraging data, automation, and intelligent tools to drive growth and leave with tips for sidestepping common implementation pitfalls.
Leadership in the Toughest Environments
Leading a retail organization in 2025 is fast, unpredictable, and full of risks. The best leaders are those who can read the signs early and inspire their teams to keep moving forward. As President & CEO of Loblaw Companies Limited, Per Bank oversees Loblaw’s network of 2,800 stores and pharmacies/clinics with an intentional focus on creating value for consumers and operational excellence across the company’s many banners. He’ll provide his candid thoughts on the state of the retail industry during this most unpredictable era.
Don’t Miss the Retail Event of the Year on June 3-4, 2025
From transformative tech to economic insight and leadership in action, RCCSTORE25 is where Canada’s retail future comes into focus. This two-day retail event gathers 2000+ participants and will be the most important learning and networking opportunity for you this year.
Visit the RCCSTORE25 website for more information on the agenda, the 75+ speakers, and the packed exhibitor floor filled with innovative technologies for retail. Save 20% per ticket when you buy 5 or more tickets.