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Calgary Retail Market Remains Stable Amid Evolving Demand, Avison Young Reports

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.

Edmonton retail market shows strength amid changing trends, Avison Young reports

Despite evolving market dynamics, Edmonton's retail sector remains resilient with strong tenant demand, rising consumer spending, and steady development. Avison Young highlights key trends shaping the city's retail future.

Avison Young completes lease of Panda Mart’s 1st Canadian location as global retailer enters North American market

Avison Young announced the lease of 120,000 square feet at 768 Warden Avenue in Scarborough, marking the entry of Panda Mart into the Canadian market.

Avison Young helps Home Depot find 183rd location in Canada in Fort McMurray

The 80,000-square-foot Home Depot building is anticipated to open in Q2/Q3 2026 and will employ approximately 150 associates

Smaller grocery stores gain ground in Calgary amid population growth

While Calgary's population has surged by 48% since 2008—from 1.1 million to 1.68 million people—grocery store space hasn't kept up with the demand.

Calgary’s retail market booms as vacancy rates fall

Calgary's population growth remains the highest in the country, driven by international immigration and interprovincial migration.

Edmonton’s retail market sees robust growth and positive outlook for the future

Vacancy rates for Edmonton are on the decline, particularly in the suburbs – with a shift toward more urban, mixed-use concepts.

Canadian Port Strikes Disrupt Supply Chains: What Businesses Can Do to Mitigate Future Risks: Avison Young

The 2024 East Coast and West Coast Canadian port strikes bring supply chain disruptions, putting 70% of Canadian container traffic on hold.

Lost miles: the cold storage challenge in North America’s grocery supply chain

The lack of adequate cold storage facilities near large urban centres often leads to redundant transportation, with products traveling back and forth between locations

Empty Retail Spaces Transform into Entertainment Hubs as Shopping Centers Evolve: Avison Young

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.

Ali Baker of Avison Young Discusses What’s Happening in Canadian Retail, and What’s to Come [Video Interview]

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.

Video Interview: Canadian Retail Foot Traffic On The Rise

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 Seeing Retail Revival as Vacancies Plummet and Consumers Return: Avison Young

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.

Video Interview: Todd Throndson Discusses Downtown Calgary Retail as Office Workers Return

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.

In-Person Retail Traffic Rebounds Substantially in Canada from Year Prior: Avison Young

Consumers are returning to stores after staying away because of the pandemic, and the newest variant could again change things.

How a Shopping Centre in Wetaskiwin Is Being Repurposed Amid a Changing Retail Landscape

The shopping centre property strategy involves shifting gears to a mix of uses beyond just retail.

Why Canadian Landlords are Innovating by Adding Broader Food & Beverage Options

Jason Schouten, Principal at Avison Young, discusses the appetite for the trend.
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