Bringing Discount Grocery Back to a Community That Has Waited Nearly a Decade
Shindico Realty Inc. announces construction is underway in the former Sobeys building at Burrows Crossing, welcoming a new grocery anchor tenant with a Fall 2026 opening.
WINNIPEG, MB — April 29, 2026 — Shindico Realty Inc. is proud to announce that FreshCo, Sobeys' national discount grocery banner, will open its newest Winnipeg location at 1870 Burrows Avenue in Fall 2026. Construction is now underway in a building that has been vacant since December 2016, when the former Sobeys store closed.
The announcement marks a significant moment for the neighbourhood, one that has long advocated for the return of affordable, high-quality grocery options. Shindico, who brokered the transaction and manages the property, welcomes FreshCo as the anchor tenant in a revitalized space that will once again become a focal point for the community.
“This is one of the most meaningful deals I’ve been a part of. FreshCo is the perfect fit for this community, offering another much-needed grocery option and bringing a long, dark space back to life. We couldn’t be more pleased to see the redevelopment is underway and a Fall opening on the horizon.”
— Michael Stronger, Broker, Shindico Realty Inc.
A Proven Discount Banner with National Scale
FreshCo is the flagship discount grocery banner of Sobeys Inc., one of Canada's two major national grocers and a wholly owned subsidiary of Empire Company Limited. Launched in 2010, FreshCo now operates over 125 stores across Canada, built on a straightforward promise: fresh food at low prices, with no compromise. The banner has expanded rapidly across Western Canada in recent years, converting underperforming conventional grocery locations into high-value discount destinations that genuinely serve their communities.
FreshCo stores feature an easy-to-navigate, open layout and a commitment to quality fresh produce, meat, dairy, and pantry essentials at low prices every day. Shoppers also benefit from FreshCo's three money-saving guarantees — In-Stock, Double Fresh, and Lowest Price — and integration with the Scene+ rewards program, redeemable across all Sobeys family banners.
A Community Win Nearly a Decade in the Making
With limited full-service grocery options in the area, residents faced significant barriers to accessing fresh, affordable food nearby. The arrival of FreshCo is not simply a new tenant — it is a restoration of an essential community service, and a signal that the neighbourhood is once again attracting major investment.
Shindico has worked diligently to secure a tenancy that would deliver lasting value to residents, prioritizing a retailer whose mandate—high-quality, fresh food at discount prices—aligns directly with the community's needs.
“We are thrilled to partner with FreshCo and the Sobeys team to bring this incredible grocery experience to 1870 Burrows Avenue. FreshCo shares our commitment to the communities we serve, and together we deliver something this neighbourhood has long deserved. This is exactly the kind of partnership Shindico is proud to be part of.”
— Sandy Shindleman, Founder & Chairman, Shindico Realty Inc.
About Shindico
Founded in 1975, Shindico Realty Inc. is a full-service commercial real estate company and one of the largest privately owned real estate firms in Manitoba. As owners and managers of commercial real estate, Shindico’s diverse portfolio of properties includes shopping centres, office buildings, industrial parks, multifamily apartments, personal storage, and mixed-use developments. We have successfully developed more than 8 million square feet of innovative sites and spaces, with another 13.1 million already in the works.
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For further information, please contact:
Sandy Shindleman, CCIM, SIOR, CRE, FRICS
Founder & Chairman
Shindico Realty Inc.
(204) 474-2000
www.shindico.com
