One of America's Fastest Growing Apparel Brands* Expands in Canada with the Opening of Three Stores This Spring and Summer
TORONTO, April 24, 2018 /CNW/ - Last September, Gap Inc. outlined its balanced growth strategy. As a part of that strategy, over the next three years, the company expects to add about 70 net new stores, by introducing 270 new Old Navy, Athleta, Gap Outlet and Banana Republic Factory stores, while continuing to right-size its Gap and Banana Republic specialty footprint.
The company is on track to meet this goal and will open about 60 Old Navy stores by the end of 2018.
"We're excited to continue expanding our retail presence across Canada by opening additional stores in 2018 and investing in our digital experience to highlight the best of our brand however and wherever our customers choose to shop," said Sonia Syngal, President and CEO of Old Navy. We believe we bring something special and unique to the Canadian market and look forward to welcoming customers to experience fun and fashion for the whole family at our new locations."
A cornerstone of Old Navy's real estate strategy is continuing to expand the brand into non-traditional retail locations like discount, urban and outlet centers. In addition to opening stores, Old Navy is remodeling approximately 150 stores across the fleet in an effort to ensure existing stores represent the best expression of the brand. The majority of mall locations are in Canada and Mexico where mall shopping is popular.
Old Navy Canada locations Opening Soon:
- May 2nd
- Lasalle, QC, Carrefour Angrignon - occupying 12,500 sq. ft.
- Edmonton, AB, Outlet Collections At EIA - occupying 15,500 sq. ft.
- Mid-June
- Toronto, ON, Fairview Mall – occupying 10,200 sq. ft.
About Old Navy
Old Navy is a global apparel and accessories brand that makes current American essentials accessible to every family. Originated in 1994, the brand celebrates the democracy of style through on-trend, playfully optimistic, affordable and high quality product. A division of San Francisco-based Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS), Old Navy brings a fun, energizing shopping environment to its customers in more than 1,000 stores around the world. For more information, please visit www.oldnavy.com.
About Gap Inc.
Gap Inc. is a leading global retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, and children under the Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta brands. Fiscal year 2017 net sales were $15.9 billion. Gap Inc. products are available for purchase in more than 90 countries worldwide through company-operated stores, franchise stores, and e-commerce sites. For more information, please visit www.gapinc.com.
*2017 NPD Data
SOURCE Old Navy
Heather Hopkins, Gap Inc. Canada, [email protected]
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