From cbc.ca/news (July 31, 2016)
"The fresh additions began as a pilot project in a handful of Shoppers stores in 2014. The company recently remodelled several stores in downtown Toronto and now boasts 29 locations serving perishable goods — 19 in Toronto, eight in Regina and two in Hamilton."
Here is the full article:
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/shop...mart-1.3700945
Personally, I check all of the grocery store flyers to see who has the best weekly deals for the majority of my needs. Shoppers does have
some good weekly deals.
The Broad & 14th store has scaled back their grocery section a bit since the pilot was created, as they initially had no idea what would sell and what wouldn't. Now, after a period of time, it is clear what their customers want. It really is about convenience, especially in neighbourhoods without a major grocery store within reasonable walking distance.
Selection may be limited and can be a bit pricey, but this is the price we pay for convenience. Ever find reasonable grocery items in a 7-11 or Macs?
As a side note, Galen Weston flew to Regina in his private jet late last year to see a few of these stores and to talk with the owners.