Calgary’s retail sector shows steady growth driven by population gains, evolving consumer trends, and limited new supply. Avison Young highlights strong tenant demand, rising rents, and the impact of childcare and leasing reforms.
The lack of adequate cold storage facilities near large urban centres often leads to redundant transportation, with products traveling back and forth between locations
Shopping centres are adapting to retail sector changes by repurposing vacant spaces, particularly former department stores, into diverse entertainment, leisure, and technology-driven experiences to attract visitors and boost engagement.
Craig and Ali discuss the significant shifts in the retail industry, including suburban vs downtown retail leasing and what's to come as consumer habits shift during a challenging time.
An Avison Young rep talks about how retail foot traffic was up in Canada during the Black Friday period, how Edmonton and Vancouver led major centres in the country, why foot traffic is increasing and what it means for the holiday shopping season.
Edmonton's demographics and market dynamics are attractive to US retailers and foodservice businesses looking to expand, and the city has an advantage over Calgary for several reasons according to an expert.
The Managing Director of Avison Young in Calgary discusses the future of the downtown core including vacancies and the impact of foot traffic after pandemic struggles.