CANADA. LS travel retail North America is set to open the first ever Hudson’s Bay Company airport store in Toronto Pearson International Airport this October.
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“The [Hudson’s Bay Company] brand is part of our nation’s collective psyche and it has succeeded in staying relevant for today’s savvy fashion shoppers, many of whom are well-travelled“ |
Gerry Savaria President and CEO LS travel retail North America |
With its 342-year history, The Hudson’s Bay Company is renowned for its historical role in the development of Canada. Today, the retailer is Canada’s leading department store and has established a reputation for quality, service and style, according to LS travel retail.
Located in Terminal 1, the new Toronto Pearson store will carry a variety of fashion and home accessories from the Hudson’s Bay Company Collection ranging from artisanal candles to classic sweaters for men, women and children. Inspired by the company’s history, the line is anchored by the popular Hudson’s Bay Company Point Blanket and features the iconic signature stripes in green, red, yellow and indigo.
“Our stripes are internationally recognised, and resonate not only with Canadians but with people from all around the world,” said Hudson’s Bay Company President Bonnie Brooks.
“This is another exciting milestone for us as we continue to offer new and unique shopping options and destinations. Opening our first shop at Toronto Pearson will provide an enhanced shopping experience to customers during their travels and gives everyone the chance to own a piece of iconic and stylish Canadian memorabilia,” Brooks added.
LS travel retail North America President and CEO Gerry Savaria said: “We’re extremely pleased to be able to introduce the Hudson’s Bay Company brand to airport guests and travellers. The brand is part of our nation’s collective psyche and it has succeeded in staying relevant for today’s savvy fashion shoppers, many of whom are well-travelled.
Savaria added: “Given The Bay’s position as a landmark of the downtown Toronto shopping experience, it’s only fitting – no pun intended – that Toronto Pearson is the first airport to showcase this iconic brand.”
Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) Chief Marketing Officer Pamela Griffith-Jones said: “The addition of Hudson’s Bay Company to Toronto Pearson’s retail programme is very exciting. The beautifully designed store, to be located in the domestic area of Terminal 1, will feature a range of Hudson’s Bay Company merchandise that reflects a true sense of our Canadian heritage while sharing some of our history with all those who travel through Toronto Pearson.”
About Hudson’s Bay Company
Hudson’s Bay Company, founded in 1670, is said to be North America’s longest continually operating company. The company comprises The Bay, a major department store; Zellers, a mass merchandise format; and Home Outfitters, a kitchen, bed and bath specialty store. The company has nearly 500 retail outlets and approximately 50,000 associates in Canada.
The Hudson’s Bay Company’s US banner operations include Lord & Taylor, an upscale specialty retailer with 48 stores across nine states, with two new stores opened in Spring 2012. The company also operates three outlet stores, Lordandtaylor.com, and two Lord & Taylor Home stores.
