Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for this insightful panel and event!
Thrilled to have moderated a fantastic panel last week with money expert Melissa Leong and Demetre Eliopoulos from Angus Reid Group, where we dug into how Canadians are really feeling about holiday shopping this year. Demetre brought fresh data and on-the-ground insights from Angus Reid, and we explored the shifting holiday shopping mindset—from rising costs and tighter budgets to the new ways Canadians are redefining value. Melissa shared practical, empowering tips on stretching dollars further, shopping smarter, and rewriting the “rules” of value without sacrificing the joy of giving. Our audience of media and influencers brought incredible energy and curiosity, making the conversation even richer. And of course, it was great to showcase some of the amazing retailers you can shop through Rakuten.ca this holiday season—because earning Cash Back is definitely one smart way to stay ahead of rising costs. Thanks to everyone who joined us for an insightful, solutions-focused discussion. Here’s to a holiday season that’s thoughtful, rewarding, and a little easier on the wallet.