Cherry Lane Mall in Penticton once hosted the iconic Bay store, a place where many Canadians shopped for their daily needs and special occasions. Now, that space sits empty in the heart of our community, a constant reminder of past vibrancy and present potential. As a longtime resident, I know firsthand how many of us are eager to see this area revitalized with a store closer to our Canadian roots. Many of us dream of Zellers making a comeback, right here, right now, in this very spot.

In Canada, we have a deep-seated pride in supporting our homegrown brands. Zellers, once a staple in Canadian retail, is fondly remembered for its affordable, quality products that echoed our values. Bringing a store like Zellers back to the Cherry Lane Mall would not only fill a vacant space but also fulfill a collective yearning for more Canadian shopping options. Having a Zellers store occupying the former Bay space could potentially bring more visitors and revenue to our mall, strengthen local community ties, and create employment opportunities for residents of Penticton.

According to Statistics Canada, as of the latest report, local shopping initiatives like these significantly boost the local economy, retain regional character, and promote sustainability by reducing transportation emissions caused by importing goods. Given the spaciousness of the location and its historic importance in the community, reviving Zellers here could be the perfect fit.

This is more than just a call for a store; it’s an expression of our community values. We cherish what’s distinctly Canadian, and in Penticton, we deserve a shopping destination that reflects that. Let’s make this happen by inviting Zellers to revive our beloved retail traditions in the exact spot where countless Canadian memories were made, and future ones await.

If you share this vision and long for a truly Canadian shopping experience, sign this petition and help bring Zellers back to Cherry Lane Mall in Penticton. Together, we can encourage the change we’re all eager to see. OK I need your help And Cherry Lane mall Food court Needs more Canadian Food Franchises to Pick from Canadians don't want to shop American They want to shop Canadian So we can be sure that with everything happening With The Food products coming in from America and not Canada It's not good so we really need to Make Zellers Come back then the Products don't Need to come from America Please work with me To make this Successfull Do everything you can and we will Be in a very good place with this endeavor We can do It if we put the effort in I need help with This Maybe you Can email the mall and Let them know How badly we want this And if can also sign The petition it would really help And tell everybody you know about This and friends All the help and support we can get the better chance we have