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Galeries de Granby
Location 40, rue Évangéline
Granby, Quebec
J2G 8K1
Opening date 1974
Management Westcliff
Owner Westcliff
No. of stores and services 96
No. of anchor tenants 4
Total retail floor area 497,652 sq ft (46,233.4 m2)
No. of floors 1
Parking Outdoor (2,897 spaces)

Galeries de Granby is a large shopping mall located in Granby, Quebec, Canada. It first opened its doors in 1974. This mall has grown quite a bit since then, with major additions in 1980 and again in 2001. Today, it is home to 96 different stores. The total area of the mall is about 49,765 square meters (535,668 square feet).

What is a Shopping Mall?

A shopping mall is a large building with many different stores inside. It's a place where you can buy clothes, electronics, food, and many other things. Malls often have restaurants, movie theaters, and other fun places too. They are designed to be a one-stop spot for shopping and entertainment.

History and Growth of Galeries de Granby

Galeries de Granby began its journey in 1974. When it first opened, it was likely smaller than it is today. Over time, as Granby grew, the mall also expanded. Big additions were made in 1980 and 2001. These expansions helped the mall offer more stores and services to its visitors. It is now a major shopping spot for people in the Granby area.

Main Stores You'll Find

Shopping malls usually have a few very large stores. These are called "anchor tenants" because they help attract many shoppers. They are often big department stores or supermarkets. At Galeries de Granby, some of the main anchor stores include:

  • IGA: This is a popular supermarket where you can buy groceries.
  • Walmart: A very large store that sells almost everything, from clothes to electronics and household items.
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