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The retail behemoth is adding medical facilities and other tenants in an effort to transform the traditional retail model.

The US-based company has announced a shift in strategy that includes a new name, rewards programs, website, and plans to open more stores in Canada in strategic locations. We spoke to the president of the Canadian division about the closure of Town Shoes as well.

A quarter century ago this week, the US-based retail behemoth entered Canada by acquiring the Woolco chain of department stores. Amid some controversy, the retailer helped transform Canadian retailing.

A remarkable lakefront property, which is already serviced and surveyed, has come on the market for the first time. It could be developed into a complete community with the potential for huge profits.

The half-day session will bring together Canada’s leading retailers and distributors in the cannabis market, discussing challenges and opportunities as well as networking with industry players.

The retailer, which boasts more than 600 stores globally, has landed in Canada with plans for several stores.