Loblaw to invest $2.4 billion in the Canadian economy in 2026, with plans to build 70 new stores and create well over 9,000 jobs

The investment is part of a 5-year plan to invest $10 billion in Canadian communities by 2030BRAMPTON, Ontario, Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L, “Loblaw” or the “Company”), Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, announced that it will spend $2.4 billion in 2026 to expand and renovate its store network, enhance its supply chain capabilities, and create jobs for people all across Canada. At a time when Canadians are struggling with affordability and access to healthcare s ...