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US opens new chapter in USMCA negotiations after declining renewal
The US administration has declined to renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its current form. This will launch a new phase of negotiations while keeping the North American trade pact in force
Global footwear trade weakens in early 2026
International footwear trade began 2026 under pressure. In the first quarter of the year, most of the main production-based exporters analysed recorded a decline in exports, while several major consumption markets also reduced their imports. The results point to a cautious start to the year for global footwear, although the impact varied substantially across country profiles
US House votes to scrap Trump’s tariffs on Canada
In a rare bipartisan rebuke, the US House of Representatives voted to revoke President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, although this is largely a symbolic gesture
Elizabeth Semmelhack from the Bata Shoe Museum: It has been a remarkable 30 years
We spoke to Elizabeth Semmelhack, Director and Senior Curator at the Bata Shoe Museum, to learn more about the preparations for the museum’s 30th anniversary. Among other topics, we talked about current and upcoming exhibitions
Canadian shoe manufacturers prepare for US tariffs
The Canadian footwear industry is collaborating with the government to address US tariffs, while businesses accelerate shipments and secure materials to minimise the impact of possible rising costs. We spoke with Denis Falardeau from the Shoe Manufacturers Association of Canada
US footwear industry voices concern over new tariffs from Trump administration
President Trump signed executive orders on Saturday to impose broad tariffs on products, including footwear, from the nation’s three largest trading partners, Canada, Mexico and China
Robert Barakett ventures into the footwear segment
The Canadian-based brand is set to launch its first footwear collection, featuring Italian-made shoes, for the fall 2025 season. Eric Edmonds, with decades of experience, will lead the new division
Kizik secures distribution in Japan and Canada
The Utah-based slip-on footwear brand has partnered up with Marubeni Consumer Brands and Kanner Corporation to secure distribution in Japan and Canada, respectively
Sanuk sold to Lolë Brands
The Canadian-based apparel company has acquired the outdoor lifestyle footwear brand, previously owned by Deckers Brands. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed
Authentic announces new Ted Baker licensing partners for the US and Canada
The New York-based brand management group has announced that it has found new licensing partners for Ted Baker in the US and Canada, thus securing the future of the fashion brand in the region
Aldo to produce bags and leather goods for ABG-owned Hunter brand
The Canadian footwear company has signed another licensing agreement with Authentic Brands Group (ABG) to design, manufacture and distribute Hunter bags and small leather goods in the US and Canada
Lululemon strengthens creative team
The apparel performance company has appointed Jonathan Cheung as Global Creative Director. JJ Colier has also joined the design team as the first Vice President of Design for Outerwear
Aldo Group strengthens relationship with ABG
The footwear group has signed a new licensee agreement with the Authentic Brands Group (ABG) concerning the recently acquired Roxy label, just a few months after inking two other deals
Kamik celebrates its 125th anniversary
The Canadian footwear brand is celebrating 125 years of making “quality, timeless footwear” designed to provide comfort and protection in any weather, with the launch of several initiatives
Canada Goose introduces its first sneaker line
The Canadian-based luxury outwear brand is expanding its footwear offering with the launch of the Glacier Trail sneaker in both high and low-top silhouettes. It arrives in stores today-
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