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I’m guess this could be one of the stores that open by Thanksgiving. We shall see.

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This is what we can expect...

July 4, 2024 (Brampton, ON)— No Frills, Canada’s popular hard discount grocery retailer, today announced the opening of its second small format (on average 10,000 sq feet or less) store in the city, this time in Toronto’s Liberty Village neighbourhood. The new location at 42 Hanna Ave., follows No Frills' innovative compact format first introduced earlier this year at the corner of King and Shaw.

Despite its smaller size, customers can still find an extensive selection of grocery items, including fresh produce, meat, baked good and the signature low prices and promotions that define No Frills.

"The reaction to the first smaller format store in Toronto was beyond anything we could have imagined. It’s made us even more excited about the latest location, here in the vibrant Liberty Village neighbourhood,” explained Melanie Singh, President of Hard Discount at Loblaw Companies. "We know Torontonians are looking for convenience and low prices - but that sometimes those are trade-offs in the downtown core. It was important for us that customers can do a full grocery shop at this location, and still take advantage of the unbeatable prices they expect from No Frills.”

Notable features of this new store include:

  • A footprint less than half the size of traditional No Frills locations
  • Consistent pricing promotions available at all other No Frills stores.
  • Locally sourced products tailored to the community's preferences.
  • Enhanced accessibility to affordable food options within downtown Toronto.
  • Exciting additions include hot food items, rotisserie selections, and fresh bakery goods.
The launch of the second small format store showcases No Frills' dedication to providing the best possible value on grocery and a selection that meet the diverse needs of Toronto's communities.
 
DSC said:
Someone told me that amid December opening is anticipated if all permits come through. I remain puzzled at how they will use the mezzanine - an escalator may be a "Frill" but one that is probably essential for some!
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Mezzanines are often used for storage and offices.
 
DSC said:
Someone told me that amid December opening is anticipated if all permits come through.
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As noted previously, that sounds right to me. I would say they are tracking slightly faster than anticipated, but there are still some material things to get done.

DSC said:
I remain puzzled at how they will use the mezzanine - an escalator may be a "Frill" but one that is probably essential for some!
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I haven't inquired............ I just might........

But on superficial examination, I'm not sure that will be public space. You need a manager's office, change rooms/locker rooms and storage, and that may be what's going up there. I'm not sure. Certainly there is evidence of private rooms in the preliminary layout.

But I could be off-base.
 
We could have had this;
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But got this; No frills is correct.
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Mezz, 2 washrooms, Office, storage?



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SPA

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There must be public access to the mezz level accessible washrooms. Maybe they added an elevator or controlled access somehow?

Opens in week, I can’t wait to meet you either.
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Yes, grocery stores in Toronto are required to have public washrooms for customers:


  • Washroom requirements: The Ontario Building Code requires that mercantile premises, like grocery stores, have washrooms for customers. The number of washrooms required depends on the size and occupancy load of the store:
    • Stores up to 3,230 sq ft: Requires one washroom


    • Stores up to 6,000 sq ft: Requires one washroom for each sex


    • Stores with more than 6,000 sq ft: Requires one washroom for every 300 men and one washroom for every 150 women
  • Washroom maintenance: The Toronto Municipal Code requires that washrooms are accessible to customers and have proper signage.


  • Washroom cleanliness: Washrooms should be clean, sanitary, and in good repair.
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mburrrrr said:
We could have had this;
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But got this; No frills is correct.
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Mezz, 2 washrooms, Office, storage?



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SPA

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There must be public access to the mezz level accessible washrooms. Maybe they added an elevator or controlled access somehow?

Opens in week, I can’t wait to meet you either.
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AI Overview
Learn more

Yes, grocery stores in Toronto are required to have public washrooms for customers:


  • Washroom requirements: The Ontario Building Code requires that mercantile premises, like grocery stores, have washrooms for customers. The number of washrooms required depends on the size and occupancy load of the store:
    • Stores up to 3,230 sq ft: Requires one washroom


    • Stores up to 6,000 sq ft: Requires one washroom for each sex


    • Stores with more than 6,000 sq ft: Requires one washroom for every 300 men and one washroom for every 150 women
  • Washroom maintenance: The Toronto Municipal Code requires that washrooms are accessible to customers and have proper signage.


  • Washroom cleanliness: Washrooms should be clean, sanitary, and in good repair.
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"We could have had" is doing a lot of work there...
 
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