The future of shopping malls and large retail spaces in Canada
Industries at a crossroadCanadian malls are shifting from retail hubs to mixed‑use community centres, blending housing, offices, services, and experiences to drive daily foot traffic.
Practical solutions to stabilize today—and strengthen tomorrow
As economic uncertainty and societal changes continue to impact businesses, leaders are re-evaluating how their organizations are structured to stay resilient and competitive.
From rethinking capital allocation to divestiture and workforce realignment, restructuring is no longer just about responding to distress—it’s an opportunity to improve efficiency, support strategic pivots, and strengthen your business.
At Doane Grant Thornton, we help organizations navigate complexity with clarity and confidence. Whether you're managing short-term financial pressure or making proactive changes to position your business for the future, we work alongside you to deliver practical solutions that drive results.
Is restructuring and turnaround right for your business?
Is restructuring and turnaround right for your business?
“Restructuring and turnaround is about more than managing challenges—it’s about unlocking opportunities. By planning ahead, keeping options open, and engaging the right people early, we help businesses create flexibility, preserve value, and position themselves for stronger, more sustainable growth.”
Jonathan Krieger
Partner, Restructuring
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Stabilize your business and gain control
When liquidity tightens or performance declines, we act to stabilize your business through cash flow and working capital improvements, stakeholder support, lender confidence, and recovery plans.
Transform performance and build a stronger business.
We help execute turnaround strategies, improve efficiency, streamline operations, and align resources to support sustainable long-term growth.
Understand challenges and opportunities
We help protect and unlock value through viability reviews, performance assessments, market analysis, and operational insights that support informed decisions and growth.
Strengthen your capital
We help strengthen your financial foundation through debt restructuring, refinancing, capital raising, lender-ready plans, covenant management, and strategies that support stability and growth.
Navigate complex or formal restructuring situations
When formal action is needed, we guide your business through restructuring processes, stakeholder coordination and court-related proceedings to keep progress on track.
Execute in time-sensitive situations
We help businesses act decisively through accelerated transactions, distressed deals, and integrated restructuring, finance, and tax advisory support.
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