Micromania, a leading video game retailer in France for more than 40 years, has entered a new era following its acquisition by a Franco-Canadian consortium led by Stephan Tétrault, Jean-François Chenail, and Sandra and Stephen Callahan. The new owners aim to restore the brand’s growth while preserving its heritage, passionate employees, nationwide store network, and strong customer relationships. Building on experience from the turnaround of EB Games Canada, the group plans to expand collectibles, trading card games, licensed products, and community-focused experiences. Future initiatives include enhanced stores, stronger omnichannel capabilities, data-driven operations, and a new flagship location planned for October 2026. (Macromania – www.micromania.fr)…………..
Gordana Vuksic has joined the Greater Toronto Airports Authority/GTAA as Manager, Commercial Real Estate and Leasing. Ms Vuksic brings over senior leasing experience, having held leasing positions with Primaris Management, Colliers International and Trinity Developments. (Greater Toronto Airports Authority – www.torontopearson.com)…………
BST Canada has expanded its Ontario multifamily portfolio with the acquisition of three high-rise apartment buildings in Toronto, adding a total of 487 residential rental units. The purchase reinforces the company’s growing presence in the province’s rental housing market and underscores its long-term strategy of investing in well-located, high-quality residential assets. By increasing its holdings in Toronto, BST Canada is positioning itself to benefit from continued demand for purpose-built rental housing in one of Canada’s most competitive urban markets. BST Canada said the transaction aligns with its ongoing commitment to expanding its residential portfolio through strategic acquisitions in key markets while providing professionally managed rental housing for residents across the province. As part of its continued growth strategy, the Toronto-based investment, development, and asset management firm and part of BST Group, is actively pursuing acquisitions of institutional-quality multifamily properties comprising more than 100 units, as well as larger portfolio acquisitions, across Ontario. (BST Canada – www.bstcanada.com)…………
FASTSIGNS reported a record first half of 2026 for franchise development, opening 13 new centres and signing 18 franchise agreements across domestic and international markets. The expansion included new agreements in Australia, Canada, the Dominican Republic and the United Kingdom, while existing franchisees also added locations. The company continued growing its co-branding program with two new New York City locations, partnering with One Stop Blueprinting in Brooklyn and Alpina Printing Services in Manhattan to integrate established independent businesses into the FASTSIGNS network. The brand credited its momentum to strong demand from entrepreneurs seeking proven business models, comprehensive franchise support and diversified revenue opportunities. FASTSIGNS also received the Canadian Franchise Association’s Franchisees’ Choice Designation for the 14th consecutive year and was named a finalist for the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising. With more than 790 locations worldwide, FASTSIGNS continues targeting both new franchisees and experienced multi-unit operators while expanding its international presence, including continued growth in Canada. (FASTSIGNS – www.fastsigns.com)……….
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