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Calgary Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Superstore next landmark commercial store on Tsuut'ina Nation, breaks ground
A new Canadian Superstore will arrive in Tsuut'ina Nation by 2026, promising employment for residents of the Indigenous land and a push to the community's economy by attracting more visitors to the area. Article content Officials from the Tsuut'ina Nation, Taza Development Corp., along with executives from Loblaw, broke ground on the retail store on Thursday ahead of other development projects planned for the community. Article content Article content Article content James Robertson, president of Taza Development Corp. — an equal partnership between Tsuut'ina Nation and real estate development firm Canderel — said he's excited about this for two reasons. Article content Article content The first is a continuation of the Buffalo Run development that includes a suite of stores, including Costco and projects such as the Taza Park, a 470-acre urban village that would include 6,500 homes and one million square feet of commercial space, including a retail main street. Article content 'The second part is yet another major corporation is deciding to partner with us to bring the vision of Taza to life,' Robertson said. Article content Robertson said the outlet will also generate more employment for Indigenous people in its construction phase and after it's built. He expects a job fair next year, where the community will have an opportunity to apply for jobs. Some contractors, meanwhile, are from the nation and will probably hire their members. Article content Article content He said the organization is staying away from any targets on the number of Indigenous people they'd like to see hired. However, Jonathan Carroll, senior vice-president of Superstore Operations Loblaw Companies Ltd., said the company will work with the cultural team at the nation 'to understand and make sure that we can get the right colleagues into our business who are local.' Article content The aim of the new establishment, along with other projects, is to also attract more Calgarians and entice them to linger in the area for as long as possible, Travis Obert, vice president of land development at Taza, said. Article content 'So the idea is you can come, maybe drop off your kid at a basketball court, then go shopping, and then go for a walk.' Article content 'We are working with the cultural team to make sure we deliver the right images,' he added. Article content In addition to the development of the Taza Park, Robertson the community will receive other additions to the area near the Superstore, such as banks, restaurants other establishments. Article content
Calgary Herald
28-04-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Taza Park designed for vibrant and connected way of life
Taza, one of the largest Indigenous-led real estate developments in North America, recently launched Taza Park, the second of its three unique and inter-connected villages and the first to offer residential offerings. Article content Article content 'The word Taza translates to something that is wondrous, and collectively it is our goal to create a space where people feel connected and included,' says James Robertson, president, Taza Development Corp., which is a partnership between the Tsuut'ina Nation and Canadian real estate developer Canderel. Article content Situated on 1,200 acres of land on the Tsuut'ina Nation, each of Taza 's three urban villages — Taza Park, Buffalo Run, a vibrant retail, office and tourism hotspot, which is already up and running, and The Crossing, a future residential village — has its own distinct character and design. The three villages are connected via Tsuut'ina Trail. Article content Article content Taza Park will offer residents a vibrant and connected way of life. A 470-acre master-planned development located within the context of the greater whole of Taza, this second of three urban villages will feature a collection of 6,500 homes, including condos, purpose-built rental housing and seniors' housing that will sit alongside more than 1 million square feet of retail and commercial space, including a pedestrian-friendly retail main street brimming with shopping, dining and entertainment. With 20 acres of ponds, wetlands, parks and four dedicated dog parks weaving throughout the mix, the vibe will be slow and peaceful, promoting relaxation and recreation. Article content Article content In addition to creating a strong sense of community and belonging, Taza's development is also guided by three additional pillars: cultural influences that are deeply rooted in the traditions and vision of the Tsuut'ina people; nature and connection to the land; and, economic diversity. Article content 'Taza will create a unique sense of place, drawing on the history, culture and stories of the Tsuut'ina Nation,' says Bryce Starlight, who is a member of the Tsuut'ina Nation and vice-president of development, Taza Development Corp. Article content Case-in-point is Taza Park's award-winning reservoir, designed by Zeidler Architecture in collaboration with a Tsuut'ina elder. Its conical shape reflects the form of a tipi, while its design is inspired by a beaver dam, honouring the Tsuut'ina people, who are known as Beaver People.
