MEDIA RELEASE - Kildonan Place Announces $30 Million Redevelopment and New Zero Waste Food Court

Kildonan Place Announces $30 Million Redevelopment and New Zero Waste Food Court

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Winnipeg, Manitoba, February 12, 2026 – Kildonan Place in Winnipeg, Manitoba announced today a $30 million redevelopment that will elevate the shopping experience for the community, including the relocation and creation of a new zero waste food court, a new redesigned mall entrance, the removal of the former theatre space, and bringing new and exciting retailers to the centre. This project reflects the centre’s ongoing commitment to offering a welcoming, modern, and community‑focused environment for shoppers and tenants.

“Our team is incredibly excited to bring this redevelopment to life for our community,” said Graham Bialek, Regional Manager of Operations, and General Manager at Kildonan Place. “The new food court will be brighter, more spacious, and more welcoming for families and visitors. We’re proud to introduce a zero waste design that reflects our commitment to sustainability, and we look forward to unveiling a space that truly brings people together.”

Kildonan Place has continued to evolve to meet the needs of its shoppers. In 2022, Cineplex relocated to a newly built Cineplex Junxion in the vacated Sears space. In late 2025, Kildonan Place began the food court redevelopment which will include relocation of the food court, creation of a new mall entrance, and the demolition of the former theatre. The project represents an investment of approximately $30 million and will reduce gross leasable area by roughly 30,000 square feet.

The redeveloped food court will offer more variety, more space, and an enhanced dining experience. The number of food units will increase from eight to ten, and seating capacity will grow from 325 to 550 seats. The refreshed food court tenant mix will include both new and returning food vendors, supporting local and national operators. Designed as a zero waste food court, the new space is expected to divert a significant volume of waste from landfill by implementing strategies like composting, recycling, and reducing food and packaged waste. This involves a combination of operational changes such as training staff on food storage and waste tracking, and clearly marked sorting stations for waste and compostables. 

Construction preparation is well underway, with hoarding now in place around the former theatre and adjacent retail units. Demolition of the former theatre began on February 9, 2026. The relocated guest services area is scheduled to open in April with a dedicated community event. The new food court is expected to open in early 2027, marking a major milestone in the property’s transformation.

In addition to the redevelopment, Kildonan Place is pleased to welcome Tommy Gun’s Original Barbershop which is anticipated to open later this spring, and the newly relocated Soft Moc which will open in April.  

Kildonan Place looks forward to welcoming shoppers into the revitalized food court as construction progresses and the centre continues to evolve as a community‑gathering destination.

About Kildonan Place Shopping Centre

Kildonan Place, is northeast Winnipeg’s largest shopping centre. The centre is 50% owned and fully managed by Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust. Initially developed in 1980, the mall is situated on 56 acres and was last renovated in 2021. Approximately eight acres of the site is undeveloped representing a residential intensification opportunity. 

Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust 

Primaris is Canada’s only enclosed shopping centre focused REIT, with ownership interests in leading enclosed shopping centres located in growing Canadian markets. The current portfolio totals 15.2 million square feet, valued at approximately $5.2 billion at Primaris’ share. Economies of scale are achieved through its fully internal, vertically integrated, full-service national management platform. Primaris is very well-capitalized and is exceptionally well positioned to take advantage of market opportunities at an extraordinary moment in the evolution of the Canadian retail property landscape.

Kildonan Place

Corey Quintaine
 Marketing Manager

cquintaine@primarisreit.com
 (204) 661‑6116 Ext. 224