There’s good reason to shop in Alberta – the oil-rich province is among those with the country’s lowest purchase taxes.You’ll find big brand names and even little eclectic collections in Calgary’s shopping centers and districts. If you’re looking for locally grown produce and craft by local artisans, then be sure to check out the local markets.
The CrossIron Mills in Calgary is a fully enclosed shopping center that features 200 stores including Tommy Hilfiger, H&M, Banana Republic and Lacoste.
The Chinook Centre will have what you’re looking for with more than 250 stores which are stocked with unique gifts that you can only get at Chinook. With stores such as Microsoft, Lego, Nordstrom and Nespresso you are sure to find something!
The Core features about 160 retailers, including the flagship stores for Holt Renfrew, Harry Rosen, H&M and Brooks Brothers, making it one of the city’s top shopping destinations. As well as top stores you’ll find some pretty good dining options here too such as Hy’s Steakhouse, Double Zero Pizza and Calgary’s original pub ‘The Unicorn’.
