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St. Laurent Centre is a regional shopping centre at 1200 St. Laurent Boulevard in Ottawa, Ontario, totaling 868,294 square feet including 334,435 square feet of retail space and 178 stores. Constructed in 1967 with renovations completed in 1997, it earned BOMA Best Gold certification. The property draws 7.5 million annual visitors, supported by its location on Highway 417 and the Light Rail Transit line for superior accessibility.
Tenant mix comprises national chains like H&M, Sport Chek, Toys "R" Us, Sephora, Bath & Body Works, GoodLife Fitness, and Desjardins, plus a food court, colleges such as Willis and Herzing, and office areas fostering diverse traffic. In Ottawa's retail landscape, H1 2025 vacancy reached 3.5% overall and 5.9% for regional malls, with average asking rents at $41.87 per square foot; St. Laurent positions steadily via 2025 revitalizations including new stores and digital upgrades.
Primary trade area demographics include 419,801 residents across 185,165 households with $129,875 average household income, favoring mid-tier retail. Leasing benefits encompass high footfall, tenant synergy, 3,942 free parking spaces, and local partnerships, offset by risks from aging infrastructure, suburban demand slowdowns, and rivalry with Rideau Centre and Bayshore.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | 09:30 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:30 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:30 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Thursday | 09:30 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:30 AM — 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 09:30 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Footfall
Primary trade area encompasses 419,801 population in 185,165 households averaging $129,875 household income, with secondary area adding 507,247 residents at $129,236 average income; this affluent profile sustains demand for fashion, fitness, and entertainment retail. Annual footfall of 7.5 million reflects strong regional appeal, bolstered by educational and office anchors driving weekday traffic, though hybrid work may temper peak-hour suburban visits amid Ottawa's evolving employment patterns.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
Over 175 stores form a robust mix of national anchors like H&M and Sport Chek, regional players, independents, and a vibrant food court, enhanced by colleges and offices for consistent occupancy. Ottawa regional mall vacancy at 5.9% in H1 2025 indicates moderate pressure, yet St. Laurent's 2025 revitalization with new openings and events aims to fortify tenant retention; challenges include apparel category saturation and potential weak performers in a market favoring experiential retail.
Accessibility and Market Risks
Highway 417 adjacency and LRT integration provide seamless access, complemented by 3,942 surface parking stalls, facilitating broad catchment draw. Regional mall rents average $43 per square foot with slight increases, supporting viable terms for quality tenants. Competition from downtown Rideau Centre and suburban Bayshore, alongside 2025 suburban absorption declines, heightens risks; aging 1967 structure may require infrastructure investments to maintain operational quality and competitiveness.
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