First was the news that Topshop is considering opening in The Bay, and now Target is contemplating a move north of the border. After a year of dismal sales stateside, Tar-jay, beloved for its cheap fashions and collaborations with credible labels like Rodarte, is considering whether expanding into the Canadian market would improve its outlook. Unfortunately, it will probably be at least three years until the retailer makes the move.
• Cheap-chic retailer Target coming to Canada [Toronto Star]
• Read an update to this story here: Goodbye Zellers, hello Target! The U.S. chain is finally coming to Canada, $1.8 billion later
Target is not coming to Canada. Target is contemplating coming to Canada, many years from now. There is a difference. Your headline is wrong.
January 22, 2010 at 11:32 am | by sblackadderNO thank you. We’ve already got enough unnecessary American big box stores like Costco, Wal-Mart, Best Buy and many others contributing to the excessive suburbanization and Americanization of Ontario and Canada. Do we really need more?
Topshop would be fine, as long as it resembles the location in Manhattan.
January 27, 2010 at 2:26 pm | by NickNick,
I understand your frustration regarding the Americans taking over the retail scene.
But here’s a what you should remember: try not to think of Costco, Wal-Mart, Best Buy et al as “American”. Rather, just try thinking of them as knowing how to do retail right.
Just face it. Americans know shopping. They know about the entire retail experience and how to perfect it. We will never beat them in this arena.
Oh and about Target. One of my faves. But I will still be doing my cross-border shopping there I’m afraid for many years to come. The Target rumour has been swirling in Canadian retail circles for YEARS now. At least over 5 from what I can remember. So, although it would be great, I won’t hold my breath just yet.
Speaking of retail, I’m gonna say it again. Chapters/Indigo has books online for half if not LESS THAN HALF OFF for the SAME BOOKS you will buy in-store. I understand you have to pay for employees, lights, rents, etc. but come ON. This is UNACCEPTABLE.
January 28, 2010 at 9:28 am | by GeorgeNICK is correct…..if you like shopping so much at U.S chain stores ..you should just move to U.S..LIVEING AND WORKING IN CANADA… SUPPORT CANADIAN STORES..MONEY STAYS IN CANADA …are you aware of home depots tactics …they budget to loose 20 million the first year ,,just so they can make local family business,s out of business …
January 29, 2010 at 8:54 pm | by BRIAN5427I have never visited a Target store that was busy. In my many visits to Target, I have only ever purchased 3 items. Would love to be able to shop with Target on-line, as the selection is much better, actually huge, but unfortunately they do not ship to Canada.
January 31, 2010 at 9:15 am | by Carolwe have a target in Amherst Nova scotia.
February 15, 2010 at 11:34 am | by robbieNick,
February 23, 2010 at 8:48 pm | by ClaireFYI TopShop is a UK company!
I have been told they are building a Target in NewMinas Nova Scotia and what ever you think it is creating jobs where they are needed .
March 4, 2010 at 4:45 pm | by BonnieTarget coming to Canada does not push as much money into the U.S. as you would think. Target is a very successful corporation that employs over 350,000 people. Further, they pay their employees far better than most retailers (especially that heinous and disgraceful Wal-Mart). Target revenue (of which is 100% American right now) will flow into Canada in the form of jobs, career options, as well as retail competition that will naturally lead to competitive price reduction by other retailers. All three of things will improve the economic landscape in Canada.
March 5, 2010 at 7:54 am | by PaulI have to agree with Carol. I think online shopping would be just wonderful as I am a stay at home mom of two and it would be so handy. However, as already stated, unfortunately they (Target) does not ship to Canada! :( Us too, go across the border to go shopping. There is more selection, better prices and it is nice to get away for a few days.
March 7, 2010 at 10:18 pm | by Juanitaall hail target. you friendly canadians can work for us if you behave.
March 16, 2010 at 3:24 am | by Jojoba The GreatCome on Target..and bring the Vanity Fair line with you.
April 7, 2010 at 12:58 am | by LynneWhat’s with all the hostility towards Americans??
April 29, 2010 at 5:10 pm | by JoeAmericans have a very positive view of Canadians…”our friendly neighbors up north”
I never realized how much some people there don’t like us until i came up for a few weeks while on vacation.
America is Canada’s best friend on earth I thought the feeling was mutual….
Please do not compare Target to Walmart—as an American (about to move to Canada), Target will be the one store I miss. They have quality merchandise, great prices on both clothing and groceries (if you are fortunate to have a SuperTarget)—and anyway, isn’t the company french originally? I would be thrilled if I could continue to shop there after I move to Montreal :) Their Archer Farms line of food products is excellent, I’ve bought organic items from them, and of course I love the clothing and housewares.
Walmart is the harbinger of evil, I agree with you. Crappy quality, horrible worker’s rights issues, and lousy atmostphere.
May 8, 2010 at 3:38 pm | by JGitI too would love to see Target come to Canada, as well as Ross Dress for Less, Joann’s Fabrics and Crafts, and a host of others oh oh oh and Fred Meyer !
May 9, 2010 at 11:26 pm | by cyansomaAnd as far as Canada being so loved by Americans, I’m sorry, but if you tell someone in Bellingham, Washington that you are from Victoria, BC (British Columbia), they don’t have a clue where that is … then we say Vancouver Island … still no clue. Btw – Bellingham is about 25 minutes south of the Canadian/BC border.
anyway that’s just my 2 cents worth (for what its worth)