After his defeat, Abbott returned to the private sector serving as president of the Retail Council of Canada.
The Retail Council of Canada recognized the company as the 2003 Innovative Retailer of the Year in its "small store" classification.
In 2004, the Retail Council of Canada recognized Sales' accomplishments in leading Canadian Tire to outstanding business success.
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