Walmart Canada

When Uxbridge Walmart store manager Penelope Pick-Quibell (Penny) was seven years old, her life was forever changed. Her dad, their family’s sole provider, passed away just before Christmas. “Waking up on Christmas morning to no toys and very little food was a stark introduction to the harsh realities of life. It was difficult for me to understand why Santa didn't come that year,” shared Penny. Later that day, members from the church and the local food bank came to their home, bringing boxes of food and gifts. “Their kindness and generosity lit up our home and filled our hearts with hope,” Penny said. In her role as store manager, Penny now shares her own story of facing food insecurity to encourage customers and associates to donate to our annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change campaign in support of Food Banks Canada | Banques alimentaires Canada. Click the link below to read more about Penny’s story and how you can support this year’s Fight Hunger. Spark Change campaign, running until March 19. https://lnkd.in/gscKKkrf #Walmart #WalmartCanada Erin Mackey, CSR-P; Jessie McNulty; Felicia Fefer; Catherine Town

Let’s GROW, Canada!??? We wrapped up our annual Year Beginning Meeting (YBM) earlier this week, where associates from across Canada gathered in Toronto to learn more about our plans for the coming year.? Here are just a few of the highlights from YBM 2025:? ?An energizing opening keynote from our new President and CEO, Venessa Yates, about the importance of building trust with our customers as we pursue ambitious growth in Canada.? ??Celebrating the winners of three new prestigious awards for Walmart Canada: the Sam M Walton Entrepreneur Award, the Helen R Walton Excellence in Community Leadership, and the President’s Innovation Award. ??Getting a firsthand look at some of the amazing merchandise coming to our stores and Walmart.ca this year.? ??Giving a warm Walmart Canada welcome to some of our international leaders, including Kathryn McLay, President and CEO of Walmart International, Guilherme Loureiro, Regional CEO, Walmart Canada, Chile, Mexico and Central America, and Walmart Inc. board member Bob Moritz. We’re so excited to see what we’ll achieve together in the year ahead!? #Walmart #WalmartCanada #LetsGrow

Today is International Women’s Day: an opportunity for us to celebrate the economic, social, cultural and political achievement of women.? To mark the day, we’re proud to offer t-shirts and reusable bags featuring a design from Toronto-based artist Anika Mustafiz. The design, titled Sisterhood, shows three women with diverse skin tones and distinct features, embodying sisterhood, unity, and empowerment, Anika says in her artist statement.? The shirts and bags will be available in-store and online at Walmart.ca throughout March. Click here to check out the t-shirts: https://lnkd.in/gH_Afm7C and click here to check out the bags: https://lnkd.in/g-4H6k3j #Walmart #WalmartCanada Balpreet Atwal, MBA; Jenny De Los Reyes; Amanda Thompson; Kim Gentile; Layla M.; Melonie W.; Savie Persaud; Alexandra Freeborn

Spring is on the horizon (believe it or not)! ???? As we look forward to the thaw, we’re excited to share we’ve launched a second limited-edition home décor line with influencer Tori Wesszer! On the heels of Tori’s well-received holiday line, this new 41-piece collection aims to capture the spring season, with soft pastels and light textures.? The line features a variety of pieces – from watering cans and planter sets to tablecloths and bakeware – at affordable prices starting as low as $5.97.? This latest collection with Tori builds upon our strategy to offer our customers products that bridge the best of style and value, at the every day low prices they rely on us for. Starting today (March 6), you can find the collection online and in select stores.? Click the link below to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gWznemaA #Walmart #Walmart

This week, Gonzalo Gebara wrapped up his 25-year career with Walmart after announcing his plans to return to Argentina to be with family. Gonzalo has worked in multiple Walmart markets throughout his career, but we were lucky enough to have him as our CEO in Canada for the past two years.? ? Gonzalo was a vocal and consistent champion of our associates throughout his time with Walmart Canada.?He always put our associates at the heart of everything we did as a company.? During his time at Walmart Canada, we invested billions of dollars in our stores and supply chain network across the country, strengthened our position as Canada’s largest omnichannel retailer, and invested in our associates through wage increases, leading benefit plans, and educational opportunities.? Thank you, Gonzalo, for your decades of service to Walmart, its associates, and its customers. We wish you and your family the very best in this new chapter! #Walmart #WalmartCanada??

In the coming days, Muslims around the globe will mark the start of Ramadan - a month of prayer, reflection and charitable giving that celebrates the values of empathy, gratitude, and family. We wish everyone who observes a blessed month! Ramadan Mubarak!?? #Walmart #WalmartCanada Melonie W.; Savie Persaud; Alexandra Freeborn

Meet Linvel Meek, our grocery department manager at our North Park Plaza store in Toronto! Linvel joined Walmart in 1994, not long after we opened our doors in Canada – and he remains an integral part of our story! He says what keeps him at Walmart is the company’s dedication to the communities in which it operates, and the respect he feels every day he comes into work. Linvel, thank you for everything you do for our customers and your fellow associates! We’re lucky to have you! #Walmart #WalmartCanada #mywalmart Anic Samuels; Shawn Hannan; Natalie Houlder; Savie Persaud; Melonie W.; Alexandra Freeborn

As we wrap up our fiscal year, we have so much to celebrate AND to look forward to! Here’s a roundup of some of our top stories from the past quarter. ? ??Here we grow again! We announced a landmark $6.5 billion investment over the next five years to accelerate our growth in Canada. This includes building dozens of new stores across the country, beginning with five new Supercentres by 2027: https://lnkd.in/g7iAxw6G ??G’day, Venessa! We shared Venessa Yates was appointed Walmart Canada’s President and CEO: https://lnkd.in/gKriydir ??We partnered with Tori Wesszer of Fraiche Living on a holiday home and entertaining collection, marking our first influencer collaboration on a décor line: https://lnkd.in/gKfgJsJ4 ??Pup, pup, hooray! In a Walmart Canada first, we entered a liscense agreement with the City of Langford to create an off-leash space for dogs next to our store. We celebrated the grand opening in December! https://lnkd.in/gnHnRVhh ??We donated $1 from every toy sale on Giving Tuesday (up to $200,000) to Children’s Miracle Network, to help fund local, critical treatments and healthcare services for children’s hospitals across Canada. https://lnkd.in/gCmPXBHb #Walmart #WalmartCanada

Kind-hearted. Fair. Good listener. Leads in a positive way.? These are just some of the words Kevon Celestine’s fellow associates use to describe him.?? Kevon is currently the General Manager of our Moncton distribution centre. One of his favourite parts about the role is motivating his associates and encouraging them to think outside the box.?? He’s grateful for the career and leadership growth Walmart Canada has provided him. Just four months after he started with us, he was invited to join a leadership training program.?? “No matter when, no matter what I’ve wanted to do in my career, I’ve gotten that support throughout my entire development. Walmart has so many different avenues, different opportunities,” Kevon says.?? Watch the video below to hear more from Kevon and his colleagues!?? https://lnkd.in/gzNPpzs9 #Walmart #WalmartCanada Dougless Bainbridge; Connie Fraser; Don Melanson; Jeremiah Rodriguez; Matt Kelly; Shanaz Hack

Valentine’s Day is here! If you’re still searching for that perfect gift for your sweetie: don’t worry, you’re in good company. ?? ? Last year at Walmart Canada, almost 50% of cards were sold in the five days leading up to Valentine’s Day. More than a third were sold on Feb. 12 – 13 alone, with an additional 15% sold on Feb. 14. ?? ? We see similar trends in chocolate. In the last two days before Valentine’s Day, we usually see a spike in chocolate sales. Of that, most of the sales are in boxed chocolate – a classic last-minute gifting purchase! ?? ? If you’re also a procrastinating Cupid, we’re here to help! Our stores are ready with treats, gifts, cards, and décor to celebrate the holiday and delight your loved ones. Happy Valentine’s Day!??? #Walmart #WalmartCanada Shena Tulloch; Betsy Wang; JONATHAN MURPHY; Stacy Alford; Job Chittaruvical Joy; Gemma Adams; Misha Tailor; Ashley Moyer Schieck