{
  "id": 9866276,
  "title": "Starbucks Canada closing some B.C. locations",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/starbucks-canada-closing-some-b-c-locations",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-25T23:39:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12073850/starbucks-canada-close-bc-locations/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Starbucks Canada has decided to close a number of its coffee shops in British Columbia as part of a broader restructuring plan for the company, according to a statement released to Global News. The announcement reveals that Starbucks will be closing 250 stores across North America, with the closure of several locations in the province. Most of these stores are set to close on Saturday, September 26, marking the end of their last day of operations. Starbucks has not provided a complete list of all the affected locations, but has encouraged concerned customers to comment below if they know of any other B.C. stores that may be closing.\n\nThe decision to close these stores comes as Starbucks aims to revamp its retail strategy by creating more inviting and longer-lasting customer experiences. To achieve this goal, Starbucks has opened over 18,000 company-operated and licensed coffeehouses in North America, with 60 net openings reported in the third quarter. The company also plans to complete at least 1,500 coffeehouse upgrades by the end of the fiscal year 2026. These renovations include adding artwork, greenery, better seating, bringing back ceramic cups and glassware, expanding access to power outlets, and reintroducing condiment bars.\n\nDespite these efforts, Starbucks has identified approximately 1% of its coffeehouses as locations that do not have a viable path to delivering the customer experience or long-term performance it expects. These stores will be the ones closing in B.C. and elsewhere in North America. Starbucks has assured customers that affected locations will display signs notifying them of the closure this coming weekend, ensuring they are well-informed about the changes.",
  "summary": "Starbucks said it has 'gained greater clarity about which coffeehouses are positioned for long-term success and where it does not see a viable path forward.'",
  "key_points": [
    "Starbucks Canada closing 250 stores across North America.",
    "250 stores set to close on September 26 in British Columbia.",
    "Company aims to revamp retail strategy with better customer experiences."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}