Starbucks is closing some of its locations in Canada as part of a North American restructuring plan, which will reduce its total number of stores by about 1% by the end of fiscal year 2025. The company has not officially disclosed the names or exact number of Canadian stores closing yet. The closures target locations that do not meet financial performance benchmarks or fail to provide the atmosphere expected by customers and staff. Employees at affected stores will be notified, and Starbucks plans to help transfer them to nearby locations or provide severance packages.
There is anecdotal evidence from reports and user discussions mentioning closures in Ontario cities like Toronto, Ottawa, and Kingston, and some locations in Alberta. However, Starbucks has not published an official detailed list of the specific Canadian stores that will close.
Summary:
- Starbucks plans to close an unspecified number of stores in Canada in 2025.
- Closures are part of a broader North American strategy, closing about 1% of stores.
- Closures focus on locations with poor financial performance or unsuitable environments.
- Notifications to affected staff are underway, with support plans for transfers or severance.
- Specific store names in Canada have not been officially released. Some closures reportedly happen in Ontario and Alberta.
