10 Best Department Stores In Toronto, Canada

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Anne
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Nestling along the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is a dynamic metropolis with a modern and striking skyline. One of the tallest skyscrapers is the free-standing CN Tower. The city is well known for its many green spaces and parks, including the formal Queen’s Park and the larger High Park. In the latter many walking trails are provided as well as sporting facilities and the Toronto Zoo. It also features a wide range of accommodations, from pet-friendly Airbnbs to themed hotels. Naturally, the city is a shopaholics paradise with many major stores, boutiques and shopping malls to visit. If you are in the mood for some retail therapy while visiting the city, head to one of the best department stores in Toronto, Canada. Scroll below to view our top picks.

1. Canadian Tire

Big box
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For those looking for power tools, automotive equipment, smart home devices, and other men’s favorites, Canadian Tire is your place to go. The store also offers furniture for the home, other home essentials, and personal care items. If you enjoy outdoor living, The store stocks a range of barbeques, outdoor living essentials, play sets for the kids and also gardening tools. There is a good range of recreation and sports items for everyone’s sporting needs.

Canadian Tire

Address: 2129 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Canadian Tire

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 8am - 8pm; Sun: 9am - 7pm

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2. Winners

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Winners on Thursday, December 16, 2021

Winners is the place to go for the latest in women’s designer fashion and the best brand names, but at a better price as compared to other department stores in Toronto. Winners constantly updates their fashion stock to add new designer fashion wear from around the world. They also stock the requisite accessories and shoes to complete the perfect outfit.

Winners

Address: 45 Front St E #35, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Winners

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9am - 9pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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3. Nordstrom

Nordstrom Eaton Center (Toronto, ON)
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Nordstrom is a popular department store offering a great range of women’s and men’s fashion wear, stylists, alterations, and tailoring. The store also has a restaurant serving excellent cuisine and there is also Spa Nordstrom for relaxation. The department store thinks of everything. For bored husbands, there is a Men’s Clubhouse where they can relax, enjoying locally brewed beers while watching a flat-screen TV. There are also personal stylists and language ambassadors to assist customers in the store.

Nordstrom

Address: 260 Yonge St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Nordstrom

Opening hours: Mon: 11am - 8pm; Tue - Fri: 10am - 9:30pm; Sat: 9:30am - 9:30pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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4. Holt Renfrew

Holt Renfrew
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Add shopping in Holt Renfrew to your list of things to do with kids during your vacation. This large and high-end department store offers the best designer clothing labels for women, men, and children. Holt Renfrew also offers beauty products, including brand names like Givenchy, Chanel, and Dior. For those shopping for the home, there is a variety of luxury home goods on offer to customers. There is also the opportunity to use the services of personal shoppers, valet parking and online shopping for convenience.

Holt Renfrew

Address: 50 Bloor St W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Holt Renfrew

Opening hours: Sun - Mon: 11am - 7pm; Tue - Fri: 10am - 9pm; Sat: 10am - 8pm

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5. Saks Fifth Avenue

Saks Fifth Avenue Canada - Toronto Eaton Centre - Toronto PATH
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This high-end department store chain offers the best in designer fashion clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories for men, women, and children. Saks Fifth Avenue also stocks luxury home goods and has a department offering beauty products. Ladies can book complimentary make-up lessons, makeovers, and facials at the beauty counters.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Address: 176 Yonge St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Saks Fifth Avenue

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10:30am - 9pm; Sat: 9:30am - 9:30pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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6. Walmart Toronto

Walmart grocery section, ethnic foods aisle
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Taking the popular department store to Canada, Walmart in Toronto offers a range of fashion wear for women, men, and children, plus all baby requirements. They also stock a wide range of electronic equipment for the home. Those with a love of outdoor living can purchase quality furnishings for the patio, including barbeques and accessories. There are also bicycles and other related products on offer.

Walmart Toronto

Address: 2525 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Walmart Toronto

Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)

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7. Hudson's Bay

Hudson's Bay Queen Street 2021
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Hudson’s Bay is a wide-ranging department store offering women’s fashion, shoes, and handbags from all major brands, and men’s and kid’s clothing. There is a section selling toys and another with a full range of homeware. Another department offers patio furnishings, barbeques, and accessories. Other services include the Ten Spot spa and beauty center and personal shoppers.

Hudson's Bay

Address: 176 Yonge St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Hudson’s Bay

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10am – 9:30pm; Sat: 9:30am - 9:30pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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8. MUJI Atrium

Muji Toronto
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MUJI Atrium is a minimalist Japanese retail department store offering a range of generic products including ladies and men’s fashion wear and apparel and furnishings and decor for the home. The store also stocks men and women’s innerwear, accessories, bags and luggage, health and beauty products, aroma and fragrances.

MUJI Atrium

Address: 595 Bay St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: MUJI Atrium

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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9. HomeSense

Homesense Store Canada
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HomeSense features a full range of products for the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and other areas of the home. They also stock storage options and a range of outdoor decor, including furnishings and barbeques. Spruce up your entire home with their quality range of products.

HomeSense

Address: 195 Yonge St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: HomeSense

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9am - 9pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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10. Marshalls

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Marshalls believe life is better if you have surprises. With this in mind, no two Marshalls stores are exactly the same. Not only that but every time you visit their stores, there is brand new stock and merchandise on offer, including designer fashions and famous brand names from around the globe. Even more surprising is that prices are well below that of other stores selling the same products.

Marshalls

Address: 126 John St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Website: Marshalls

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9:30am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 9pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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Experience everything Toronto has to offer

Shopping topic image Shoppers on Dundas street, Toronto
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Explore this great modern city, visiting all the attractions and dining in the best restaurants, while shopping until you drop at some of the best department stores in Toronto, Canada. Consider booking a stay in one of the Airbnb vacation rentals or hotels in downtown Toronto so you’ll have more time to visit each department store.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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