Our customers and our communities across British Columbia continue to evolve, and so too does the grocery industry. That’s why its more important than ever that we invest in the right stores, in the right markets, to meet the changes in customer needs. This means giving many of our stores a much-needed facelift to bolster the Safeway brand and better serve our customers.

On March 2, Collingwood Safeway officially reopened after months of renovations. This store has been a fixture in east Vancouver since 1967. With a clear shift in customer preferences, including an increased focus on multicultural options, we knew it was the right time to invest in the store’s future.

The renovations included everything from a beautiful, refreshed exterior to an expanded multicultural grocery selection, to a makeover of each department. The store also boasts freshly painted walls and new signage throughout.

A huge shout out goes to the entire Collingwood store team for maintaining top-notch customer service throughout the renovations. And a heartfelt thank you to everyone who played a role in making the Collingwood Safeway re-opening a reality. We know these projects are no small feat, but your hard work, determination and Safeway pride, make it all possible. Way to go, team!

But we’re not stopping there. Renovations are also underway at Robson Safeway and Sardis Safeway — and we’ll share their remarkable transformations with you once complete. Over the coming years, we’ll continue investing in Safeway in B.C. through the remodeling and grand re-opening of many more, including Kelowna Safeway, Peninsula Village Safeway, Ocean Park Safeway, and Vernon Square Safeway.

Stay tuned to Safeway Talks as we share more updates on our commitment to investing in Safeway’s future.