Retail giant prioritizes new stores, advanced distribution, and fleet upgrades.
Walmart Canada has unveiled a C$6.5 billion ($4.51 billion) investment plan over the next five years, aimed at expanding its retail footprint and modernizing its supply chain across the country.
New Stores and Distribution Centers on the Horizon
The expansion will kick off with a new distribution center in Ontario, set to open in spring 2025, followed by the launch of an Ontario Walmart supercenter in summer 2025. Another Ontario store will open later that year, with three additional supercenters slated for Alberta by 2027. Walmart Canada says the Ontario distribution hub will be its “most advanced facility” in the country, enhancing efficiency and fulfillment speed.
The investment also includes a major shift in its logistics strategy. Canada Cartage, the country’s largest fleet service provider, will acquire and operate Walmart Canada’s fleet business, signaling a shift toward third-party logistics partnerships.
Retail and Logistics Growth in Full Swing
With over 400 stores and 100,000 employees in Canada, Walmart is doubling down on expansion following its previous C$3.5 billion investment in 2020, which modernized 180 stores, added four new locations, and established five new distribution centers. The company is also ramping up its U.S. presence, with plans to build or convert more than 150 large-format stores over the next five years.
Walmart’s aggressive expansion underscores the growing importance of next-generation distribution centers and third-party logistics partnerships. As e-commerce and in-store demand continue to evolve, investments in automation and logistics efficiency will be critical for maintaining a competitive edge.
