Hudson’s Bay will close 2 department stores in Alberta this summer. globalnews.ca

Hudson’s Bay is closing two department stores in Alberta, saying the decision reflects changes in the market and the company’s vision for the future.

The retailer says its stores in the northeast Edmonton area of ​​Banff and Londonderry will close in August.

The company says it will continue to serve the community through its four other Edmonton locations and through its website.

Read more: Hudson’s Bay at Edmonton City Center Mall to close

Hudson’s Bay spokeswoman Tiffany Borre says relocation opportunities will be explored where possible.

It did not say how many employees could be laid off due to store closures.

Last month, the company announced it was laying off about 250 employees, two per cent of its total workforce, largely in corporate roles within Canada.

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Hudson’s Bay at Edmonton City Center Mall to close