Construction work has ramped up and people are shopping downtown again, but the city's full economic recovery could be a year away.

Shopping malls were shuttered amid the coronavirus crisis. Now that lockdowns are lifting, will customers who learned to shop online return to retail centres?

Many retailers are quarantining any returns for a period of time before they're allowed back on the floor.

For the first time in weeks, Calgary hair salons, restaurants and bars welcomed customers back in on Monday. But some businesses are in no rush fully open right away.

Will grocery delivery and curbside pick up remain after the pandemic is passed?

Big retailers like Hudson's Bay and Sephora announced new COVID-19 safety protocols, while smaller businesses are making changes, too.

"We have been working with our retailers to ensure you have a safe and comfortable shopping experience."

Tuesday marked the first day that some Ontario businesses could open their doors after two months of no storefront traffic.

Many retail stores are now open in Alberta with the province now recommending that retailers consider making all sales final.

This year's market includes vendors that are spaced further apart as well as a number of features to help guide eager shoppers through as easily as possible.