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De grands rêves pour l’ancien La Baie du centre-ville, mais rien de précis | OHdio | Radio-Canada
Radio-Canada05.27.2025

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TL;DR
The article discusses the uncertain future of a longstanding Hudson's Bay store in downtown Montreal. The store's closure reflects changing retail trends and consumer habits. Glen Castanheira from Montreal's downtown business association highlights the importance of repurposing such spaces to align with these new trends. Potential solutions include transforming the site into mixed-use spaces, integrating residential, commercial, or cultural venues to revitalize the area and attract foot traffic. Community involvement and adaptive reuse are presented as critical to sustaining economic viability and preserving the cultural significance of iconic urban locations.
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