Anything But Square

Station Square celebrated New Year’s Eve by staging Tick Tock Rock, a block-wide outdoor music festival.

New York’s Times Square has been counting down the seconds to the start of each New Year since 1907. Now, thanks to Pittsburgh’s Station Square, local New Year’s Eve revelers can enjoy a countdown of their own. Proving its tagline Anything[...] Tactics Subscribers Read More...

Seaway’s Community Challenge

Deal Makers, Shopping Center Business

Seaway Mall challenged local shoppers to present business plans to the mall in response to economic pressures. The winning contestants received a cash prize and retail space.

Taking a MAXI in Community Relations is Seaway Mall in Welland, Ontario. This small town mall responded to some big economic pressures by inspiring budding entrepreneurs to step up and prove their stuff, much like Donald Trump does on his hit sh[...] Tactics Subscribers Read More...

Mission Accomplished

Sales Promotions, Sales Promotions & More

Upper Canada Mall responded to declining rental revenue with ‘Operation Breakpoint’, a comprehensive retailer and operations program.

Located in Newmarket, Ontario, Upper Canada Mall has been the dominant retail player in the region since it opened in 1971. With a geographically large, growing trade area and upscale demographics, the mall’s region is enjoying growth as a h[...] Tactics Subscribers Read More...

Where There’s Smoke

Sales Promotions, Sales Promotions & More

When the City of Toronto implemented its no-smoking bylaw, First Canadian Place sought to rescue its restaurants with a call to action.

A MAXI-winning program was sparked when the City of Toronto implemented the final stage of its far-reaching no smoking bylaw. The new set of rules required restaurants and bars to ensure their patrons butt-out when they’re indoors. Winning [...] Tactics Subscribers Read More...