18 h. ago Hudson’s Bay is now just a numbered company as it continues to sell its assets to repay creditors

The renaming process had to take place since HBC sold its intellectual property to Canadian Tire

Economics

23 h. ago B.C. billionaire wanting Hudson’s Bay leases says landlord concerns are ‘misguided’

TORONTO — A B.C. billionaire who wants to buy some Hudson’s Bay leases says landlord claims that she won’t be able to run a successful business in their spaces are “misguided.” In new court documents filed overnight Wednesday, Ruby Liu says she is prepared to do what is necessary to make her venture successful and […]

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45 h. ago Hudson’s Bay changes name to Rupert Legacy after selling IP to Canadian Tire

The name is a reference to Prince Rupert, the Bay's first governor, and Rupert's Land

Economics

68 h. ago Hudson’s Bay lease sale may negatively impact pension fund: OMERS’ real estate arm

TORONTO — The real estate investment arm of one of the country’s largest pension funds is worried about the value of its assets if a B.C. billionaire is able to buy 25 Hudson’s Bay leases at its properties. In court documents filed over the weekend, Oxford Properties Group argues Ruby Liu would diminish the value […]

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4 d. ago Landlords say Ruby Liu’s plan for Bay properties ‘defies commercial common sense’

TORONTO — Several of Canada’s most prominent real estate companies are slamming an attempt from a B.C. billionaire to take over 25 former Hudson’s Bay leases, saying her plan for their spaces “defies commercial common sense” and is “entirely unrealistic.” The landlords, including Cadillac Fairview, Oxford Properties, Ivanhoe Cambridge, KingSett Capital Inc., Morguard Investments Ltd. […]

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4 d. ago Landlord says B.C. billionaire’s plan for Bay properties ‘defies commercial common sense’

The mall owner also says Liu, who owns three B.C. shopping centres herself, has no brand, experienced staff or track record in retail.

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4 d. ago Landlord says Ruby Liu’s plan for Bay properties ’defies commercial common sense’

TORONTO — Cadillac Fairview says a plan from a B.C. billionaire hoping to take over 25 former Hudson’s Bay leases “defies commercial common sense” and thus, she should not be allowed to move in. In filings made with the Ontario Superior Court on Saturday, Cadillac Fairview says it is “resolutely opposed” to Liu becoming a […]

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5 d. ago RioCan pulls financial support for some properties in Hudson’s Bay joint venture

TORONTO — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says it’s cutting financial ties to five properties held in its joint venture with the now-defunct Hudson’s Bay as it works to move past the debacle as quickly as possible. “We can report that RioCan has elected not to participate financially in 5 of 12 assets,” said chief […]

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5 d. ago RioCan REIT sees profit rise in second quarter despite Hudson’s Bay strife

TORONTO — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says it’s cutting financial ties to five properties held in its joint venture with the now-defunct Hudson’s Bay as it works to move past the debacle as quickly as possible. “We can report that RioCan has elected not to participate financially in 5 of 12 assets,” said chief […]

Culture

6 d. ago ‘Not meant to be’: Manitoba Museum reflects as Bay charter heads elsewhere

The Manitoba Museum might have one of the largest collections of Hudson’s Bay artifacts, but its CEO isn’t bitter the defunct retailer’s crown jewel isn’t destined for her institution. There will soon be a new home for the 355-year-old royal charter that birthed the Bay, giving it extraordinary control over a vast swath of unceded […]

Culture

6 d. ago Canadian Tire preparing revival of Hudson’s Bay trademarks for later this year: CEO

TORONTO — Shoppers will get their first peek at what the Hudson’s Bay brand looks like under Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd. ownership later this year. Canadian Tire CEO Greg Hicks says his company will release “some updates and fun initiatives” linked to the fallen department store starting in the fourth quarter of this year but […]

Economics

6 d. ago Hudson’s Bay ‘stripes’ could hit Canadian Tire shelves later this year

Retailer plans to take rollout slow, but says Canadians can expect 'fun initiatives' in fourth quarter

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6 d. ago Arctic port eyed to ship energy, other commodities to Europe: federal energy minister

'There is an opportunity to make Churchill a far more strategic port'

Politics

3 w. ago ‘I can feel their enthusiasm’: Billionaire Ruby Liu holds job fair to bolster bid to take over HBC leases

Dancing, selfie sticks and singing of national anthem punctuate event for potential vendors and job applicants

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4 w. ago More frequent trains, expanded storage touted in northern Manitoba trade corridor

The federal and provincial governments have invested millions in the rail line and port as a way to secure a trade route through Hudson Bay and the Arctic to overseas markets.

Economics

4 w. ago Court decision on sale of 25 Hudson’s Bay leases delayed as buyer appears without a lawyer

Judge said he is concerned about the additional costs — $4.7 million per month — that HBC and its lenders will have to incur as a result of the delay

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4 w. ago Arctic Gateway Group Makes Significant Infrastructure Upgrades

Increased Freight Traffic, Expanded and Modernized Port of Churchill Infrastructure Will Better Serve the National Interest of Canada WINNIPEG, Manitoba, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Arctic Gateway Group (AGG) is currently undertaking major infrastructure improvements at the Port of Churchill and along the Hudson Bay Railway. With expanded freight operations, new construction at the […]

Economics

4 w. ago Hudson’s Bay hearing on lease deal adjourned as B.C. billionaire Ruby Liu appears without lawyer

Judge Peter Osborne adjourned the Tuesday hearing, telling Liu "I not only urge but recommend in the strongest terms" that she hire a lawyer to represent her and her plans to buy the leases.

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