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Major development proposed for Nanaimo's Woodgrove Centre
The plan would turn the vacant Hudson’s Bay space into an Asian grocery store, night market and second food court with terrace event areas.
- On Thursday, Central Walk chairperson Weihong Liu announced a redevelopment of the former Hudson Bay space at Woodgrove Centre, including an Asian grocery store, night market, second food court, and terrace space.
- Grand Commercial Management project manager Shirley Dong confirmed Wander's participation, noting a likely 2028 opening for Woodgrove Centre, while Tae Kim with Mart added customers will find specialty products from Korea and across Asia.
- The Wander-operated food court will host up to 18 vendors offering distinctive Asian-inspired selections, which Dong insisted will provide new choices for shoppers without competing with the existing food court.
- Nanaimo official Krog described the proposal as "a very positive announcement for the community," emphasizing that occupied malls generate essential tax revenue and local employment.
- Liu, who owns Mayfair Shopping Centre and Tsawwassen Mills, committed to retaining Woodgrove Centre for at least 10 years, with plans to transform exterior parking areas into spaces for landscaping, dining, and seasonal events.
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