PHOTOS: Food Basics opens 154th store in Ontario

Food Basics has opened its 154th store in Ontario.

The Metro Inc.-owned discount grocer welcomed shoppers to its Grand Bend location Thursday (May 7).

Spanning 32,000 square feet, the contemporary supermarket features Irrésistible and Selection products, locally sourced products, fresh meat and produce and fresh BBQ chicken.

Customers can earn Moi Rewards and have the option to order groceries online.

Located at 54 Main Street East, the store is the third of eight to open in 2026. It will employ 90 people.

“We are excited to be able to bring Food Basics to the community of Grand Bend, offering more  ways for residents to save on quality products,” said John Manax, vice-president of operations,  Food Basics, in a statement. “No matter where you live, people are always looking for ways to save. Residents  who may be first-time shoppers at Food Basics will get to know us as a discount grocer that is a  reliable source for fresh, always in-stock, healthy food at great prices.” 

Food Basics will donate $5,000 to the Grand Bend Food Pantry and will partner with the store as part of One More Bite, Metro’s food recovery program. 

“Our main goal is to provide our customers with the best discount shopping experience possible  with the most value at the lowest prices possible,” said Rob Firman, store manager. “I’m looking forward to opening our doors and welcoming everyone to our new and  modern store here in Grand Bend.” 

Click through the gallery below to see photos of Food Basics’ Grand Bend location. Photography courtesy Metro Inc.