The Bay is leaving iconic downtown Montreal building

Hudson's Bay Company is closing its Montreal downtown flagship store, which is located in a 655,000-square-foot heritage building. The store's closure is part of the retailer's strategy to transition to e-commerce amid changing shopping habits. The company plans to find new uses for its historic location, which might include a mix of retail, hospitality, or office space. Customers are advised to use other nearby stores or shop online. The store is scheduled to close in early 2024, reflecting broader challenges faced by bricks-and-mortar retailers.