List of shopping malls in Saskatoon facts for kids
Saskatoon, a big city in Saskatchewan, Canada, has many cool places to shop! You can find everything from huge indoor malls to outdoor shopping areas and local markets. This guide will help you discover some of the main spots where people go to find clothes, electronics, food, and more.
Contents
Indoor Shopping Malls
Indoor shopping malls are large buildings where many different stores are located under one roof. They are great places to shop, especially when the weather isn't so good outside! Saskatoon has several of these big malls:
- The Centre – This is a large mall with lots of stores.
- Confederation Mall – Another popular indoor shopping spot.
- The Mall at Lawson Heights – A great place to find many different shops.
- Market Mall – This mall also has a wide variety of stores.
- Midtown Plaza – Located downtown, it's a big mall with many options.
Public Markets
Public markets are places where local vendors sell fresh food, crafts, and other unique items. They are often a fun way to support local businesses and find special treasures.
- Saskatoon Farmers' Market – Here you can find fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade items from local farmers and artisans.
Large Outdoor Shopping Centres
Besides indoor malls, Saskatoon also has many large outdoor shopping areas. These often have big stores like supermarkets or electronics shops, along with smaller stores and restaurants.
- Power Centres: These are large outdoor shopping areas with big stores, often selling things like electronics, furniture, or sporting goods.
- Blairmore
- Meadows Market
- Preston Crossing
- River City Centre
- Stonegate
- University Heights Square
- Strip Malls: These are rows of stores connected in one building, usually with parking right in front.
- Avalon Shopping Centre
- Canarama Centre
- College Park Mall
- Cumberland Square
- Erindale Centre
- Grosvenor Park Centre
- Royal Square
- Westgate Plaza
- Lifestyle Centres: These are outdoor shopping areas that often look like a town square, with shops, restaurants, and sometimes entertainment.
- Circle Centre Mall
Other Shopping Centres and Strip Malls
Beyond the big malls and power centres, Saskatoon has many smaller "neighborhood convenience strip malls." These are local shopping areas found in different parts of the city. They are usually smaller and have stores like grocery shops, pharmacies, or local restaurants that serve the people living nearby.
Other Retail Districts
A retail district is a specific area or street in the city where many shops, restaurants, and businesses are grouped together. These areas are often busy and fun to explore.
- Central Business District (downtown) – This is the heart of the city, with many shops and businesses. It's located near the river.
- Broadway Avenue – This historic street has unique shops, cafes, and restaurants. It was one of the first main streets in Saskatoon.
- Central Avenue – This street is in an area that used to be a separate town called Sutherland.
- Idylwyld Drive – A busy road with various businesses along it.
- 8th Street E – A very popular street with many stores and restaurants.
- 33rd Street W – Another street with different kinds of shops.
- 22nd Street W – A long street with many businesses, especially as you head west.
- 20th Street W – This street was once the main street of a town called Riversdale. It now has many interesting local shops.
- 51st Street – An area with various businesses.
Suburban Centres
Saskatoon has also created special "suburban centres" in neighborhoods away from the downtown area. These are like mini-hubs that often include a mix of homes, parks, and, of course, many shops and services.
- Blairmore Suburban Centre
- Confederation Suburban Centre – This area includes the Confederation Mall and other shopping plazas.
- Lakewood Suburban Centre
- Lawson Heights Suburban Centre – This centre includes The Mall at Lawson Heights.
- Nutana Suburban Centre – This area includes Market Mall.
- University Heights Suburban Centre
See also
