Foodland (Canada) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Foodland

Type	Supermarket
Industry	Retail
Founded	1985
Headquarters	Stellarton, Nova Scotia
Products	Bakery, dairy, deli, frozen foods, gardening centre, general grocery, general merchandise, meat & poultry, produce, seafood, snacks
Owner	Empire Company
Parent	Sobeys

The Foodland grocery store in Parkhill, Ontario.

Foodland is a well-known chain of grocery stores in Canada. It first opened its doors in 1985. These stores are mostly found in smaller towns and rural areas. You can find Foodland stores across Atlantic Canada and Ontario.

Foodland is owned by a larger company called Sobeys. The stores are like neighbourhood supermarkets. They focus on making shopping easy and convenient for customers. Foodland offers a wide range of everyday groceries. This includes fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy products, and frozen foods. They also have baked goods and deli items.

What is Foodland?

Foodland stores are special because they are often run by local owners. This means they are franchised stores. A franchise is like a business that uses a big company's name and ideas. But it is owned and managed by a local person. This helps Foodland stores feel like a part of the community.

The size of Foodland stores can be different. Some are about 4,000 square feet. Others can be as large as 32,000 square feet. This means some stores are small and cozy. Others are much bigger, like a regular supermarket. They all aim to provide fresh and useful products.

Where Can You Find Foodland?

Foodland stores are mainly located in two big regions of Canada. These are Atlantic Canada and Ontario. They are designed to serve communities that might not have many other large grocery stores nearby.

Foodland in Atlantic Canada

In Atlantic Canada, Foodland stores are found in several provinces. These include New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia. They play an important role in these communities. They provide easy access to food and other household items.

Foodland in New Brunswick

You can find Foodland stores in many towns across New Brunswick. Some of these towns include Bathurst, Blackville, and Grand Falls. They serve both small and larger communities in the province.

Foodland in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador also has many Foodland locations. Stores are in places like Arnold's Cove, Bonavista, and Deer Lake. These stores help bring groceries to many different parts of the island.

Foodland in Nova Scotia

In Nova Scotia, Foodland stores are spread out. You can find them in towns such as Annapolis Royal, Berwick, and Kentville. They are a common sight in many Nova Scotian communities.

Foodland in Ontario

Ontario has the largest number of Foodland stores. They are found all over the province. From small villages to larger towns, Foodland helps provide groceries to many Ontarians.

Foodland Stores Across Ontario

Foodland in Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island also has Foodland stores. You can find them in places like Bloomfield and Charlottetown. These stores help bring groceries to the island's communities.