Toys “R” Us Plans to Return to Canada with 300 Locations by 2027
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Toys “R” Us Canada is coming back. The new owner of the iconic toy retailer has announced plans to bring the brand back to Canadian shoppers. The company says it will open dedicated Toys “R” Us shopping areas inside Staples Canada stores, with a goal of about 300 locations across the country by the end of 2027.
Toys “R” Us was once one of the most popular toy stores in Canada, with many families visiting its large shops for birthday gifts and holiday shopping. The chain closed its stores in Canada in 2018 after its parent company went bankrupt. Many shoppers have missed the brand since then, and its return has been welcomed by people who remember it from their childhood.
The new model is different from the old stores. Instead of running large, separate buildings, the brand will share space with Staples, the office supply chain. This approach is designed to lower costs and reach more communities, including smaller towns that do not have a big toy store nearby. The new owner has not yet shared full details about which stores will open first or how the products will be selected.
For Canadian families, the plan could mean easier access to toys and games without travelling far. As the 2027 deadline approaches, shoppers will be able to see whether the revived brand can meet its ambitious target and compete with other retailers in the toy market.
Sources: CTV News
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