USA. Paradies Lagardère has extended its retail contract at Toronto Pearson International Airport for a further seven years, strengthening its long-term presence at Canada’s busiest airport.
The extension covers 42 locations and includes 21 rebranded or enhanced stores alongside seven new concepts.
The expanded and refreshed programme will introduce several concepts spotlighting regional and Canadian brands.
Shops @ The Six, Muskoka Supply Co. and Greetings from Toronto will incorporate gourmet treats and gifts from more than 30 local producers, including Totally Toronto Art, Mitchell’s Soup Co., Drip Candle Studio and The Doodle Diary.
Other concepts include Hip & Humble, a women-owned boutique making its Canadian airport debut, and Sky to Trail, an airport first which will feature outdoor lifestyle labels such as Herschel Supply Co., KÜHL, Cotopaxi, Yeti and Tentree.
Established travel retail names The Scoreboard, RELAY and iStore Express will continue to anchor key categories for sports apparel, travel essentials and electronics, respectively.
Paradies Lagardère CEO Gregg Paradies commented: “We value and appreciate our strong partnership with Toronto Pearson and are thrilled at the opportunity to continue that relationship through this extension.
“These new concepts allow us to deepen our connection to the community by collaborating with local, small and minority-owned businesses, ensuring each location reflects the spirit of Toronto through thoughtful design and authentic product assortments.”
Toronto Pearson Airport CEO Deborah Flint said: “Experiences at airports are shaped by the vitality of the retail offerings.
“We’re pleased to continue our partnership with Paradies Lagardère to provide travellers with shopping options that range from gourmet gifts, exclusive products, Canadian souvenirs, as well as the ‘got it’ relief for that important item in travel essentials.
“Each of these is curated to meet the needs and excitement of our customers at Toronto Pearson.”
Paradies Lagardère operates retail and dining concessions across 12 Canadian airports. ✈
