RETAIL COUNCIL OF CANADA
Excellence in
Retailing Awards
Mark your calendars!
2025 award submissions open in December!
Celebrate your work.
Acknowledge your team.
Each year, the Excellence in Retailing Awards (ERA) recognize the industry game changers that go above and beyond to serve their customers and push Canada into the future of retail. RCC wants to hear about the amazing, innovative initiatives you’ve implemented in your business over the last year.
Why enter?
- With over 50 retail submissions competing year over year, you will be comparing your projects against the best in the industry.
- Comprehensive categories. Our 12 categories represent key branches within the retail industry. You’re provided the opportunity to recognize many successful projects within your organization.
- Esteemed retail judges. Every year we establish an experienced panel of retail professionals to review and score all submission.
- Recognize your team. Your team works hard; why not celebrate their efforts and success by submitting their work to any one of our 12 categories.
Application Timeline
Registration Deadline
March 14, 2025
Submission Deadline
March 28, 2025
Judging Period
April 4-18, 2025
Finalists Announced
May 2025
Winners Announced
June 3, 2025
Past Winners
Walmart Canada WeCare: The Standardization, Simplification and Personalization of our Health and Safety Programs
Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada WeCare: The Standardization, Simplification and Personalization of our Health and Safety Programs
Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada revolutionizes health and safety with three pillars: simplification, standardization, and personalization. Deep engagement across all areas, especially stores, ensures quicker, easier, and more personalized safety for associates and customers.
Canada Goose Generations
Canada Goose
Canada Goose Generations
Canada Goose
Discover the essence of luxury redefined. At Canada Goose, their purpose transcends fashion; it’s a commitment to sustainability and timeless quality. Introducing Generations – an authorized reselling platform that keeps products in circulation – preserving warmth, style, and our planet’s future.
The New Metro.ca, Mobile App and MOI Loyalty Program
Metro Inc.
The New Metro.ca, Mobile App and MOI Loyalty Program
Metro Inc.
To excel in the competitive online grocery market, they recently launched a new e-commerce website and a completely redesigned mobile application to provide their customers with a simplified and personalized shopping experience.
Staples Canada's Kids Learn + Play Launch
Staples Canada
Staples Canada's Kids Learn + Play Launch
Staples Canada
Experience learning through play at Staples with their innovative Kids Learn + Play concept. Through curated experiences, free community events, and online resources, they’re transforming education and positioning themselves as trailblazers in the marketplace and a trusted favorite amongst customers.
Catalyst Group Mentoring Program at the LCBO
LCBO
Catalyst Group Mentoring Program at the LCBO
LCBO
The LCBO’s Catalyst program, in partnership with The Roundtable, drives lasting leadership impact through a dynamic blend of coaching, mentoring, and learning initiatives, fostering a change-ready culture and next-gen talent development.
Canadian Tire: Connecting Digital and In-Store Experience Through ‘Scan & Buy’
Canadian Tire Corporation
Canadian Tire: Connecting Digital and In-Store Experience Through ‘Scan & Buy’
Canadian Tire Corporation
Introducing Scan & Buy by Canadian Tire, revolutionizing shopping with mobile purchases and in-store kiosks for off-floor items. Enhance efficiency and communication, with added conveniences like lockers and drive-through pickups, optimizing the shopping experience.
The Rest by Sleep Country, Defining the luxury sleep retail space
Sleep Country Canada
The Rest by Sleep Country, Defining the luxury sleep retail space
Sleep Country Canada
The Rest redefines luxury sleep retail, offering a bespoke experience with premium finishes, from store design to delivery, setting new standards.
Sephora Illumination
Sephora Canada
Sephora Illumination
Sephora Canada
Sephora’s Colour iQ tool matches diverse skin tones, addressing beauty industry gaps. With Sephora Illumination, a 360° campaign, we celebrate Canada’s diversity, ensuring every shade shines.
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons launched the Holiday Smile Cookie program, donating every cent from sales to 587 local charities, raising nearly $10 million in its debut year.
Goodwill Impact Centres: Sustainability and Ingenuity at Work
Goodwill Industries of Alberta
Goodwill Impact Centres: Sustainability and Ingenuity at Work
Goodwill Industries of Alberta
Welcome to the Goodwill Impact Centres in Edmonton and Calgary, pioneering retail and environmental hubs. Discover pound-sale outlets and their Goodwill@Work teams, empowering Albertans with disabilities while championing sustainability and the circular economy.
Meatball Meetup: IKEA Scarborough Town Centre Opening
IKEA Canada
Meatball Meetup: IKEA Scarborough Town Centre Opening
IKEA Canada
IKEA Canada’s exclusive preview event at Scarborough Town Centre showcased local diversity, sparking excitement for the new store opening.
$1.49 Day Tuesday
Pattison Food Group
$1.49 Day Tuesday
Pattison Food Group
Save-On-Foods’ $1.49 Day Tuesday brought joy and savings to customers, tapping into nostalgia and driving record foot traffic with surprise retro prices.
Farm Boy Sugar Wharf: An Elevated Fresh Food Experience in Downtown Toronto
Farm Boy Company Inc.
Farm Boy Sugar Wharf: An Elevated Fresh Food Experience in Downtown Toronto
Farm Boy Company Inc.
Experience the best in fresh market shopping at Farm Boy Sugar Wharf, blending upscale sophistication with humble origins for an extraordinary visit.
Gifts That Give Back: Best Buy Canada's BGC Holiday Gift Card Campaign
Best Buy Canada
Gifts That Give Back: Best Buy Canada's BGC Holiday Gift Card Campaign
Best Buy Canada
Taking pride in their commitment to social impact, supporting BGC Canada through scholarships, eco-friendly initiatives, and a holiday gift card campaign showcasing youth artwork.
AutoStore Micro-fulfillment Centre
Lee Valley Tools
AutoStore Micro-fulfillment Centre
Lee Valley Tools
Lee Valley Tools pioneers Eastern Ontario’s first AutoStore, a revolutionary micro-fulfillment center consolidating 36,000 sq ft into 6000 sq ft. Elevating operations and securing local employment.
"Get DOUCETTE"
LCBO
"Get DOUCETTE"
LCBO
Combatting organized crime, Project ‘Get DOUCETTE’ employs innovative investigative methods, leveraging analytical partnerships to gather and disseminate criminal intelligence. Strengthening agency relationships, it broadens understanding and enhances investigative capabilities within the LCBO.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Excellence in Retailing Awards showcases outstanding innovation in the retail section, gathering retail decision makers for a night of recognition and celebration.
Demonstrate thought leadership, build your brand and make new connections through various ERA Sponsorship Opportunities.
Contact sponsorship at rccsponsorship@retailcouncil.org
Toronto Congress Centre
Awards Gala Dinner, June 3, 2025
North Building
1020 Martin Grove Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J1
As The Voice of Retail™ in Canada since 1963, Retail Council of Canada (RCC) represents over 45,000 independent, regional, national mass and specialty retail businesses and online merchants in general merchandise, drug and grocery.