After years of speculation, Costco is officially coming to Lloydminster.
A sign recently installed at a southwest worksite confirmed the retailer’s planned arrival, putting to rest long-standing rumours that have circulated in the community for years.
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In 2019, the Meridian Source reported on the possibility of a Costco development in the Border City, fuelling early excitement about a potential build. Two years later, on April Fools’ Day, the Source ran a front-page digitally manipulated photo of the sign seen above.
Early Wednesday, Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers said he was pleased to see confirmation of the project.
“Like many residents, I was pleased to see the recently installed sign at the southwest worksite confirming Costco’s planned arrival in Lloydminster,” said Aalbers. “On behalf of our community, let me be among the first to say, ‘Welcome, Costco!’ ”
Aalbers said a retail development of such scale has the potential to be transformative for the city, complementing existing local businesses and services while attracting increased regional traffic and investment.
He called the announcement a significant and exciting step forward for Lloydminster’s continued growth and economic momentum.
The Meridian Source has reached out to Costco Canada for comment but had not received a response at press time.
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