Sherway is the Next Stop on Swarovski’s Crystal Studio Expansion

Swarovski has opened its first Canadian Crystal Studio retail location at CF Sherway Gardens in Toronto, marking the continuation of their global rollout of digital concept stores. The heritage retailer's global initiative will combine brick-and-mortar retail and virtual components for a modernized and interactive shopping experience. Swarovski's latest retail offering elevates the in-store experience by providing a highly interactive and socially focused environment.

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Joanna MacLellan
Remembering Our Friend and Colleague Ashley Lebofsky

We were deeply saddened at the sudden passing of our friend and colleague, Ashley (Lebofsky) Miller on March 13, 2020. Ashley was an extraordinary woman, highly-respected in our industry and a true force to be reckoned with. Her impeccable style, dogged persistence and enthusiastic negotiating skills were legendary but her greatest joy in life revolved around her husband, Jeremy and their two beautiful children, Liam and Olivia.

The loss is immeasurable but so is the love left behind.

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Joanna MacLellan
A Warm Welcome To Catherine Deslauriers

We are excited to welcome Catherine Deslauriers to the Aurora team. Catherine is a Leasing Consultant with over 15 years of diverse experience in advertising, marketing and technology. She excels in client relations, utilizing her communications skills and diplomacy to achieve top results. A fashion and retail expert, Catherine previously founded Happy Legs and her pragmatic and entrepreneurial spirit drives her to constantly excel and motivate her team.

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Joanna MacLellan
Aurora Welcomes Dan Knafo To The Team

A Concordia Economics and Business graduate, Dan has held senior roles at TD and Bell Canada, opened a small chain of clothing boutiques and has more than 13 years’ experience in commercial real estate under his belt. Dan is passionate about commercial real estate and of servicing his clients and we’re extremely happy to have him aboard.

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Joanna MacLellan
New Montreal ba&sh Location Features In-Store Cafe

French women’s fashion brand ba&sh has opened its second standalone Canadian store in Montreal’s affluent Westmount area. The impressive two-level space is the first to feature an in-store cafe as well as a second level mezzanine intended for events. The Montreal ba&sh store is located at 4932 Sherbrooke Street in a 3,300-square-foot space. That includes a street level spanning about 2,300 square feet, as well as a 1,000-square-foot second level. The main level includes a cafe in a partnership with Montreal-based Pastel Rita.

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Joanna MacLellan
Uniqlo Announces Its Montréal Flaghip Opening — October 23, 2020

Uniqlo has announced that its Montreal flagship store will open on October 23 and will occupy a prominent retail space at the corner of Ste-Catherine St W and Boul. Robert-Bourassa in the new Montreal Eaton Centre. The two-level store will feature about 32,000 square feet in a leased space. Jeff Berkowitz of Aurora Realty Consultants represents Uniqlo as broker in Canada and he negotiated all of Uniqlo’s store leases in Canada.

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Joanna MacLellan
RYU To Reopen Toronto and Vancouver Flagships

Cesare Fazari, the recently appointed CEO and Chairman of the Board of RYU Apparel Inc., the Vancouver-based urban athletic apparel company, updated its shareholders on the immediate focus areas to be addressed as the company restructures. RYU will be reopening its flagship retail locations in Toronto and Vancouver while reducing brick & mortar expenditures in other locations.

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Joanna MacLellan
Sweet New Client: Lindt

Aurora is delighted to announce representation of their latest client, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, aka Lindt. Recognized as the market leader in premium quality chocolate and offering a large selection of products in over 100 countries around the world.

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Joanna MacLellan
Announcing Our Newest Client: Roots

Established in 1973, Roots is a premium outdoor lifestyle brand that unites the best of cabin and city. Our apparel, leather goods, footwear and accessories are designed to inspire the world to experience everyday adventures with comfort and style. From its early beginnings in a small cabin in Canada’s Algonquin Park to its first store in Toronto, Ontario, and the launch of iconic products such as the Salt & Pepper hoody and sweats, Roots has grown to more than 120 stores across North America, more than 150 stores internationally.

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Joanna MacLellan
A Warm Welcome to 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters

Founded in 2004 by brothers Vince and Michael Piccolo in Vancouver and now branching out across Canada, 49th Parallel takes specialty coffee to the next level. The company started small but with years of dedication to growing a customer base 49th Parallel stands high in the ranks as one of Canada’s best specialty coffee companies.

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Joanna MacLellan
Aurora Welcomes New Client: Bloom Sushi

“We are those who eat, live and dream sushi. We’re not only dreaming of a better world, we’re contributing to sustainable development through innovative thinking. Because we refuse to say goodbye to sushi, we’ve found a way to still savour the taste of what we love so much. While respecting technique, we’ve integrated the delicate know-how of plant-based cuisine. We believe that sushi deserves a second life, and we want to offer an enriching, gourmet experience without skimping on pleasure. We are Bloom and our unconditional love for sushi keeps us moving forward.”

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Joanna MacLellan
Aurora is Proud to Represent LOV

LOV cuisine allows you to make healthy choices for oneself as well as the planet. Their fast-fine restaurants offer a versatile “gourmand” menu thanks to a collaborative know-how. LOV offers great healthy food in their signature vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The LOV philosophy: Serve well-being.

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Joanna MacLellan
Danish Superbrand GANNI Enters Canada

Copenhagen-based women’s fashion brand Ganni is looking to enter the Canadian market and has retained Aurora Realty Consultants for its real estate search under the direction of Jeff Berkowitz. The brand recently launched in Hudson’s Bay as part of a brand awareness initiative in this country prior to Ganni’s direct-to-consumer retail launch. As part of its expansion plans, Ganni is seeking retail spaces in the 1,000 to 1,500 square foot range for stores in major Canadian markets, with a focus on street-front spaces as well as within enclosed shopping centres.

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Joanna MacLellan
Aurora welcomes Scott Chisling aboard

Our newest addition, Scott holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from John Molson School of Business and has more than eight years of operations experience working for some of the most progressive e-commerce businesses in Canada part of which is centered around sourcing and managing real estate in Canada and the U.S. Scott recently earned his commercial real estate broker's license and has joined the Aurora team in Montreal.

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Joanna MacLellan
Aurora Welcomes Machi Machi to Toronto

Machi Machi serves a variety of unique tea-based beverages with a cream foam created from a blend of the best cream cheeses from across the world. The store has cute, playful decor that reflects creativity. With 14 locations in London, New York, Japan, Singapore and Korea, this rapidly growing brand has had an international reception like no other.

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Joanna MacLellan
Stone Island Opens First Canadian Flagship in Yorkville

From Retail Insider: Upscale Italian brand Stone Island has opened its Canadian flagship on Toronto’s Yorkville Avenue. Hilary Kellar-Parsons, who recently joined Aurora Realty Consultants, represented Stone Island in the lease deal with landlord First Capital Realty. The new store carries Stone Island’s full range of fashions and accessories for men, as well as Stone Island’s ‘Shadow Project’ collection.

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Joanna MacLellan