Craig sits down with Grace Yan, Commercial Consultant at Blackstone Commercial, to discuss the departure of Nordstrom store in CF Chinook Centre in Calgary.
Craig and Lee talk about some recent retail news in Calgary. That includes Holt Renfrew extending its lease in downtown Calgary at The CORE while adding new brands including a 'World of' Gucci concession. They also discuss CF Chinook Centre which is seeing new retailers being added such as Nike and Uniqlo.
L'Heureux talks about the growth plans for the new restaurant/bar as well as CRAFT, lessons learned during the pandemic, the challenges the hospitality industry has faced, and the current labour shortage.
Both the downtown Maison Birks and Brinkhaus stores have seen substantial renovations, including new concept boutique spaces for Rolex and Patek Philippe.
Southcentre Mall in Calgary and Colouring It Forward Reconciliation Society have partnered to launch a month-long art exhibit featuring 17 Indigenous artists from across Western Canada.
The annual event returns with thousands of visitors as COVID restrictions lift in Alberta. Retailers and restaurants at risk of closing are praying for the new business.
The iconic multi-brand retailer has weathered recessions over its 60 year history and is looking to a brighter future as Alberta lifts all restrictions in July.
The highly experiential 70,000 square foot store will also include a fulfillment centre and is part of a transformation of Southcentre during the pandemic.