Buffalo Run is part of Taza, one of Canada’s largest First Nation developments, located just west of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta – April 7, 2025 – Taza Development Corporation (Taza) is pleased to announce a partnership with Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) to introduce a Real Canadian Superstore to the growing community village of Buffalo Run. Buffalo Run is part of Taza’s innovative 1,200-acre development located just west of Calgary. This collaboration highlights a shared commitment towards providing diverse retail experiences in the area, serving nearby residents and visitors alike.
Set within Taza’s visionary 1,200-acre development just west of Calgary, Buffalo Run is poised to become a vibrant hub of retail, commerce, and convenience, meeting the growing need for essential amenities in the area. This groundbreaking partnership not only elevates the local shopping experience but also reinforces Taza’s unwavering commitment to fostering community growth and prosperity for both Tsuut’ina residents and visitors alike.
The Real Canadian Superstore will offer an extensive selection of groceries, household goods, and general merchandise, catering to the needs of everyday shoppers. Its presence is set to further enhance the retail offerings at Buffalo Run, by complementing the current retail mix of the adjacent Shops at Buffalo Run, making the area an even more attractive and convenient shopping destination.
Says James Robertson, President of Taza Development Corporation, “As a partnership between Tsuut’ina Nation and Canderel, Taza is one of the country’s most exciting and innovative developments. We are creating three dynamic village-style communities with a focus on providing diverse services and retailers. We welcome Loblaw and the Real Canadian Superstore to Buffalo Run, offering even more shopping choices for nearby residents and visitors alike.”
Says Jonathan Carroll, Senior Vice President, Superstore Operations, Loblaw Companies Limited,“This is our first-ever Real Canadian Superstore in collaboration with an Indigenous community in Alberta. Taza is where culture, opportunity and community come together in a meaningful way. We are so pleased to invest in this innovative development and bring fresh, delicious food options and excellent customer service and be part of this growing area.”
Construction of this newest location of the Real Canadian Superstore is set to start in 2025, with a projected opening date in 2026. The project is expected to create a number of employment opportunities during both the construction and operational phases of the project.
Upon completion, Buffalo Run will offer 390 acres of retail, dining and recreation experiences. It is one of three community villages within the overall development of Taza, which, upon completion, will house more than 700,000 square feet of retail across 1,200 acres. Since its inception, the development has seen the successful launch of more than 50 businesses across Buffalo Run and Taza Park, with more announcements to follow in the coming months.
For more information about Taza Development and its initiatives, please visit taza.ca.
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About Taza
Spanning 1,200 acres, Taza is one of North America’s most significant First Nation Development projects. With three distinct villages, Taza Park, Buffalo Run and The Crossing, its legacy encourages economic prosperity, entrepreneurial spirit and a shared vision for the future. This major regional destination, located just steps from southwest Calgary, features real estate opportunities including retail, office, rental residential, restaurant and hospitality establishments, entertainment venues, vibrant outdoor spaces, and centres for innovation and wellness.
About Taza Development Corp.
Taza Development Corp. (TDC) is a joint venture between the Tsuut’ina Nation and Canderel, a leading Canadian real estate company. The Nation is home to 2,400 community members and adjacent to the southwest quadrant of the City of Calgary, Alberta. Governed by a Board of Directors, the TDC team will oversee the development of three distinct yet interconnected villages– Taza Park, Buffalo Run and The Crossing. Over the next 25+ years, this 1,200-acre community development project will bring significant social and economic prosperity to the region and elevate Tsuut’ina Nation as a key player in the real estate landscape.
About Loblaw Companies Limited
Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, as well as its largest retailer and private sector employer. With approximately two billion transactions each year in its unmatched network of 2,500 stores and national e-commerce options, Loblaw brings food, pharmacy, beauty, apparel and financial services to customers through many of Canada’s favourite and most-trusted brands: President’s Choice, No Name, Loblaws, Shoppers Drug Mart, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, T&T, Joe Fresh, PC Express and PC Financial. The Company’s loyalty program, PC Optimum, has more than 18 million members and is one of Canada’s largest and best-loved reward programs.
Loblaw’s purpose is to help Canadians live life well. It makes good food affordable, health, beauty and wellness accessible, saving for the future possible, and essential style achievable.
Media Contacts
Maureen Henderson
Vice President, Community Experience
403-992-8388
Paula Worthington
Worthington PR & Story
For Taza
403-585-2429
