Zellers to open 3 new Ontario sales, says sales ‘surpassing expectations’
Zellers’ comeback continues this week with the opening of a new store in Cambridge, Ont.
The Canadian retailer will open a small-format department store in the Cambridge Centre on Thursday (Nov. 12).
The opening follows Zellers’ soft launch in Edmonton in October 2025 and the opening of its location in Toronto’s North York neighbourhood in June 2026.
Zellers said sales at its new stores are “surpassing expectations.”
The retailer has also confirmed plans to open in Brampton, Ont. and the Toronto suburb of Scarborough next year.
The Shoppers World Brampton store and the Malvern Town Centre location in Scarborough will both span 25,000 square feet.
Zellers’ previously announced location at Tecumseh Mall in Windsor, Ont. is “progressing well,” the company said. The retailer had originally planned to open that location in July, but the project was delayed due to permit issues, per reports.
Further store openings are expected in 2027, the company said.
Spanning 25,000 square feet, Zellers’ Cambridge location will be stocked with apparel, home goods, toys, gifts, seasonal products, snacks and lifestyle essentials. New merchandise and offerings are continuing to roll out in response to customer feedback, Zellers said.
"We've been incredibly encouraged by the response to Zellers' return, and the momentum we're seeing reinforces that Canadians are excited to have the brand back," said Joey Benitah, chief operating officer of Zellers, in a press release. "We're continuing to listen to our customers, introduce new offerings and bring Zellers to more communities.”
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Beginning Nov. 12, timed to the Cambridge opening, Zellers’ Zeddy Bear plushies will be introduced across all Zellers stores. The retailer’s mascot will be sold in two formats: the small key chain and the classic bear.
Zellers is also continuing to develop Zeddy's World, a dedicated experience where customers will be able to purchase Zeddy Bears and customize them with clothing and accessories. The concept remains in development, with a launch date to be confirmed, the company said.
