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It’s the end of the Bay as we know it – and Richard Baker feels fine
Hudson’s Bay Co. governor Richard Baker feels fine. Better than fine, actually— to hear him tell it, he’s returning the faded icon to a level of glory not seen in decades, even centuries. But what about its flagging Canadian retail operation?
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Hudson’s Bay to direct all proceeds from the sale of its point blankets to Indigenous initiatives
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Zellers is back – will it survive this time?
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Hudson’s Bay gifting flagship downtown Winnipeg store to First Nations group
WINNIPEG - January 12, 2011 - Photograph of the Zellers store in the basement of The Bay in downtown Winnipeg Wednesday, January 12, 2011. Target are looking for a way into the Canadian market and the purchase of Zellers would be an easy way to break in. (Globe and Mail/John Woods)
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Hudson’s Bay bidding for Kohl’s: source
A pair of shoppers arrive at a Kohl's, Nov. 26, 2021, in Everett, Mass. The department store chain said it aims to increase sales by a low-single-digit percentage annually, with plans to open 100 new small-format stores in the next four years and expand its Sephora-branded shops to 850, among other moves. Kohl’s announced its long-term goals on Monday, March 7, 2022 ahead of the company’s annual investor meeting as it faces increasing pressure from activist investors. (AP Photo/Josh Reynolds, file)
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Hudson’s Bay to close one of its stores in downtown Toronto, fourth location to shut down in past two years
People entering and exiting the main doors to the Hudson's Bay Company store at Yonge and Bloor St , Aug. 13, 2004. (Photo by Louie Palu/The Globe and Mail)
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Hudson’s Bay plan to redevelop historic downtown Vancouver building
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Eight new holiday perfumes that make great gifts – for yourself or someone else
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Let it snow: Winter fashion for on and off the slopes
Overalls, jacket, turtleneck, price on request at Dior (dior.com). Oakley ski goggles, $225, Carhartt toque, $24.99 at Sporting Life (sportinglife.ca). Ralph Lauren socks, $14 at Simons (simons.ca). Moncler boots, $895 at Ssense (ssense.com). Heron Preston jacket, $1,260, Sacai sweater, $1,100, Issey Miyake pants, $440 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Turtleneck, $89 at Simons (simons.ca). Jacquemus headband, $105, socks, $55 at Ssense (ssense.com). Prada shoes, $1,220 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Moncler jacket, $2,445, Jacquemus sweater, $530, socks, $55, Paul Smith trousers, $550 at Ssense (ssense.com). Sandro turtleneck, $340 at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Levi’s sunglasses, $125 at Visual Click (visual-click.com). Paul Smith boots, $525 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Thom Browne coat, $2,610, sweater, $900, shirt, $570, Moncler trousers, $930 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Twik turtleneck, $29, socks, $10, Fracas x Simons boots, $525, mittens, $20 at Simons (simons.ca). Hat, $165 at The Cashmere Shop (thecashmereshop.com). Missoni x Palm Angels sweater, $1,355, Moncler Boots, $895 at Ssense (ssense.com). Moncler trousers, $930 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Kangol hat, $97 at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Le 31 balaclava, $125, gloves, $79 at Simons (simons.ca). Jacket, snowpants, price on request at Gucci (gucci.com). Twik turtleneck, $21.95, Le 31 Hat, $35 at Simons (simons.ca). Carrera sunglasses, $200 at Edel Optics (edel-optics.ca). Marion gloves, $85 at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Paul Smith boots, $525 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Moncler vest, $1,460, coat, $1,990 at Harry Rosen (harryrosen.com). Pam Perks and Mini sweater, $645, Ami trousers, $460 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Balaclava, $295 at Simons (simons.ca). Jacquemus socks, $55 at Ssense. DiorAlps jacket, sweater, skirt, hat, boots, price on request at Dior (dior.com). Tights, $22 at Simons (simons.ca). Sacai x Kaws jacket, $2,575, sweater, $1,515 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Markoo stirrup pants, $190 through markoostudios.com. Oakley ski goggles, $225 at Sporting Life (sportinglife.ca). Heirloom Hats balaclava, price on request through heirloomhats.com. Proenza Schouler boots, $1,035 at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Socks, stylist’s own. Nina Ricci coat, $1,795, skirt, $785, Jacquemus bag, $690 at Ssense (ssense.com). Maisie Wilen turtleneck, $375, Off White sunglasses, $525 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Turtleneck, $89 at COS (cosstores.com). Heirloom Hats head wrap, price on request through heirloomhats.com. Mittens, $20 at Simons (simons.ca). We Love Color tights, $15 through welovecolor.com. Marcoliani socks, $88 at The Cashmere Shop (thecashmereshop.com). Boots, $195 at Hunter (hunterboots.com). Jacket, $1,090 at Moose Knuckles (mooseknuckles.com). Simone Rocha dress, $1,670 at The Room at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Ruslan Baginskiy Hat, $300 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Fransa colar, $25 at Simons (simons.ca). Leggings, $395 at The Cashmere Shop (thecashmereshop.com). Ralph Lauren socks, $14 at Simons (simons.ca). Prada Boots, $2,350 at Nordstrom (nordstrom.ca). Alexandre Vauthier coat, $4,545, Jacquemus sweater, $950 at The Room, Amina Muaddi x Wolford top, $740, Proenza Schouler boots, $1,050 at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Bottega Veneta pants, $1,610 at Holt Renfrew (holtrenfrew.com). Heirloom Hats headscarf, price on request through heirloomhats.com. Carrera Sunglasses, $200 at Edel Optics (edel-optics.ca). DiorAlps ski suit, goggles, hat, boots, price on request at Dior (dior.com). Turtleneck, $325 at The Cashmere Shop (thecashmereshop.com). Sweater, leggings, hat, sunglasses, belt bag, boots, skis, price on request at Chanel (chanel.com). Coat, shoes, price on request at Gucci (gucci.com). Sweater vest, $125, turtleneck, $89 at COS (cosstores.com). Amina Muaddi x Wolford bodysuit, $1,010 at The Room at Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com). Miu Miu balaclava, $590 at Ssense (ssense.com). Socks, stylist’s own. Styling by Georgia Groom. Makeup and hair by Sheri Stroh for Armani Beauty/Plutino Group. Set and prop styling by James Reiger for P1M.ca. Models: Ali Morgan at Niwa Models, Eric Caldwell at Sutherland Models. Photo assistants: Jasmine Minstry, Levi Hodson. Styling assistants: Eyob Desalgne, Agata Pieniek.
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Yorkdale Shopping Centre reopens after weekend shooting incident
Yorkdale Shopping Centre, a preeminent shopping destination in Toronto, is now home to more than 20,000-square-feet of solar panels, which produce 230,000 kWh of clean electricity per year.
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Hudson’s Bay splitting its department stores from online marketplace to create two businesses
The Hudson's Bay Company sign in downtown Toronto, Wednesday July 16, 2008. Hudson's Bay Co. says it is separating its department stores from its online marketplace, creating two separate businesses and distinct leadership structures. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Olympic sponsors face a high-wire act striking the right tone in a pandemic
The Hudson's Bay Company sign in downtown Toronto, Wednesday July 16, 2008. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
style
Warm perfume notes for summer adventures
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books
From science to monsters: 18 books for all types of kids
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Hudson’s Bay turns Saks Off 5th e-commerce business into standalone company, sells stake for US$200-million
A woman leaves a Hudson's Bay store in Toronto on November 1, 2017. Hudson's Bay Co. has signed a deal to sell its Lord and Taylor banner to Le Tote, a clothing subscription and rental business.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
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Fashion brand Forever 21 returns to Canada with collections in Hudson’s Bay stores
In a September 30, 2019 file photo, people walk in front of a Forever 21 clothing store in New York.THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Mark Lennihan
globe careers
How do you know if your severance package is fair?
Daniel Lublin
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Hudson’s Bay to turn Saks.com into standalone business after deal to sell stake for $500-million
Signage is seen at Saks Fifth Avenue as retailers reported a downturn in sales related to the coronavirus outbreak in Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S., March 13, 2020. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly
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HBC partners with Neo Financial to launch new Hudson’s Bay MasterCard
The Hudson's Bay Company sign in downtown Toronto, Wednesday July 16, 2008. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Hudson’s Bay to lay off more than 600 as COVID-19 keeps stores closed
Pedestrians attempt to enter the Hudsons Bay Company flagship store which is closed due to COVID restrictions in Toronto on December 10, 2020. /Aaron Vincent Elkaim/ The Globe and Mail
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Ontario court says ‘wisdom and efficacy’ of province’s COVID-19 lockdown measures ‘open to question’
A man walks past a Hudson's Bay store in Toronto, on Nov. 20, 2020.
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Court dismisses Hudson’s Bay application for review of Ontario lockdown rules
A man walks past Hudsons Bay in Toronto on Nov. 20, 2020, as the holiday shopping season begins amid the ongoing COVID19 pandemic. Yader Guzman/The Globe and Mail
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Hudson’s Bay goes to court to challenge ‘irrational’ retail lockdown rules in Ontario
Pedestrians outside the Hudsons Bay Company flagship store which is closed due to COVID restrictions in Toronto on December 10, 2020. /Aaron Vincent Elkaim/ The Globe and Mail
style
This season’s most giftable fragrances
Nathalie Atkinson
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Hudson’s Bay takes Ontario government to court in bid to ease retail lockdowns
Pedestrians outside the Hudsons Bay Company flagship store which is closed due to COVID restrictions in Toronto on December 10, 2020. /Aaron Vincent Elkaim/ The Globe and Mail
opinion
Hudson’s Bay Co. has survived for 350 years. Will it survive COVID-19?
Stephen Bown
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Why Hudson Bay’s unpaid rent puts landlords in a difficult position
Shoppers pass by Hudson's Bay Company's department store windows in Toronto, June 10, 2020. (Cole Burston/The Globe and Mail)
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A look inside HBC’s archives on its 350th anniversary
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More landlords suing Hudson’s Bay for not paying rent since pandemic started
Pedestrians walk in front of Hudson's Bay Company's department store in Toronto, June 10, 2020. (Cole Burston/The Globe and Mail)
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HBC staves off eviction in one legal fight with landlords
The flagship Hudson Bay Company store is pictured in Toronto on January 27, 2014. Shares in Hudson's Bay Co. jumped nearly 10 per cent in early trading after a weekend deal put a months-long battle for the company to rest. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
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HBC files suit against Oxford, says landlord breached lease agreements
A Hudson's Bay retail location at Yorkdale shopping centre in Toronto is photographed on Monday, August 19, 2019. (Christopher Katsarov/The Globe and Mail)
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HBC plans store redevelopments to ‘increase the value’ of its commercial real estate
A man walks by Hudson's Bay Company's department store in Toronto, June 10, 2020. (Cole Burston/The Globe and Mail)
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Michael Rousseau takes the pilot’s seat of Air Canada as CEO while COVID-19 continues to rock the industry
Michael Rousseau, executive vice president and cfo during Hudson Bay Company,s annual general meeting. MAY.28.2004 photo by Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail DIGITAL IMAGE
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Landlords in B.C., Quebec, Florida take HBC to court for unpaid rent
Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth at Park Royal North Shopping Centre, in West Vancouver, BC, on Thursday, October 15, 2020. Alia Youssef/The Globe and Mail
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HBC locked in legal battle with two landlords over unpaid rent
Pedestrians walk in front of Hudson's Bay Company's department store in Toronto, June 10, 2020. (Cole Burston/The Globe and Mail)
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Style news: Beauty spa Caudalie brings a taste of Bordeaux to Toronto
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