Regina is on the brink of a retail evolution as plans for a second Costco in the Queen City move closer to reality.
For years, social media has been abuzz with the the possibility of a new location, and now a development application filed with the City of Regina seems to be confirming those rumors. A similar application was filed in 2017 – sparking rumors. That application was simply for moving of the existing location at the time to further east in a newly developed areas.
After the city filing – we can say the proposed site is at 8701 Dewdney Ave, nestled next to the Westerra neighborhood. The new build promises to bring over 14,000 square meters of shopping space, complete with a Costco gas station. This substantial addition is poised to meet the growing demands of Regina’s expanding population, offering a convenient shopping experience and serving rural customers from the west of Regina including the city of Moose Jaw.
Costco’s popularity in Regina, does seem to be an anomaly. The popular face book page for Kirkland enthusiasts and Costco faithful boasts more than 36,000 followers – with the company reporting Regina as a market that is often the top sales point in the country for everything from queso dip to “urban throw” blankets, and woozoo fans (IYKYK). It seems like the cities enthusiasm for the big box experience that Costco brings – would warrant a second location.
While the application is still under review, with public comments being accepted until August 14. and no timeline set for construction – the Queen City is still one step closer to a second iteration of the retail giant calling Regina Home.
Regina residents can submit there suggestions and comments to the city of Regina here .
