Darci Walker

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Leon’s Furniture Limited (“LFL” or the “Company”) (TSX: LNF), is pleased to announce the appointment of a proven executive to a key leadership role within the Company.

Ms. Darci Walker was appointed Vice-President of Operations for The Brick. Ms. Walker brings 38 years of experience across several operational functions at The Brick to her new role. Most recently, Ms. Walker was Sr. Director, Distribution, where she was instrumental in developing a shared services model for distribution in Delta, B.C. Her appointment was effective on September 1, 2020.

“LFL has always maintained a commitment to the long-term development of its associates and to providing consistently challenging opportunities for everyone within the Company, and so it is always a pleasure to announce the progression of hard working professionals to senior management positions within the Company,” said Mr. Edward Leon, Chief Executive Officer of LFL Group. “Each of the individuals here has made a substantial contribution to the operating and financial results that LFL has generated over the past several years, by ensuring that our product strategy and distribution networks work together to ensure an unparalleled experience for our valued customers, coast-to-coast. I am confident that LFL has one of the best and most seasoned teams in Canadian retail, with a tremendous level of knowledge, leadership and expertise that will continue to translate into great customer experiences and solid shareholder returns, for many years to come.”

About Leon’s Furniture Limited

LFL is the largest retailer of furniture, mattresses, appliances and electronics in Canada. Our retail banners include: Leon’s; The Brick; Brick Outlet; and The Brick Mattress Store. Finally, with The Brick’s Midnorthern Appliance banner alongside with Leon’s Appliance Canada banner, this makes the Company the country’s largest commercial retailer of appliances to builders, developers, hotels and property management companies. The Company has 304 retail stores from coast to coast in Canada under various banners. The Company operates three websites: leons.ca, thebrick.com and its newest site, furniture.ca. For more information, visit lflgroup.ca.