Gap Inc. opens first outlet stores in Canada

SAN FRANCISCO Gap Inc. reported that it has opened its first Banana Republic Factory Store and Gap Factory Store in Canada.

“During our meeting with investors last week, we described our focus on improving our core brands while we also identified growth opportunities in our International and online businesses,” said Art Peck, president of Gap Inc. Outlet and evp of corporate strategy and Operations. “Bringing our Outlet brands to Canada is a perfect next step in our growth strategy, as we match our Canadian customers with the strongest value expressions of our brands.”

The first stores in Canada are located at the Vaughan Mills Mall in Ontario.