Insights alert: Canadian consumer spending—Q1 2026
In our latest podcast episode, Sean McCormick breaks down current consumer spend trends, regional performance differences, and the economic pressures shaping purchasing decisions.
This Episode Is A Beauty!
Al’s next stop in BC takes him to Burnaby and Meraki Beauty Bar, where owner Michelle Tran and her award-winning staff are committed to making you feel and look great! Michelle left a promising career in finance—a tough sell to her Asian immigrant parents—to make a go of it on her own as a business owner. Listen to how she did it, while also navigating the pandemic. You won’t want to miss this one!
You can learn more about Meraki Beauty Bar at merakibeautybar.ca.
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Al Grego is the producer and host of the multi-award-winning Yes, We Are Open and Just Good Business podcasts for Moneris. His interests outside of work include podcasting, blogging, and music.
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