Update from the Crowsnest Crossings website
Nicholas L. M. Allen
Oct 30, 2024
Crowsnest Crossing development will bring a grocery store, pet supply store, dollar store, and Dairy Queen to the community.
The Crowsnest Pass council received an update on the Crowsnest Crossing development during their latest meeting, with Chief Administrative Officer Patrick Thomas outlining construction timelines and prospective retail additions.
The project will bring a grocery store, pet supply store, dollar store, and Dairy Queen to the community, with staggered construction starting as early as next week.
Thomas shared the construction schedule, noting that Dairy Queen’s building would be the first, with its opening expected by summer 2025.
“The other retail buildings, including the grocery store and pet supply store, are slated to start construction in 2025, with the grocer’s grand opening planned for 2027,” he explained.
The website for the developer, SHIFT Real Estate, confirms the opening plans for Dairy Queen, sharing, “DQ confirmed in Crowsnest Commons, Blairmore, AB. Construction will start cooking this winter with grills ready to fire in 2025!”
Councillor Vicki Kubik noted the significance of this development, saying, “This is an exciting milestone. We’re seeing new jobs and shopping options that our community will benefit from.”
Mayor Blair Painter expressed his enthusiasm for the community’s economic growth and discussed the importance of local shopping options, especially with the continued population increase. Confidentiality agreements are currently in place for the grocery store, preventing its name from being publicly shared until later this year. However, the council and residents remain enthusiastic about the new economic opportunities the project represents.
“This project is a positive step forward for our community,” said Councillor Dean Ward, “As Crowsnest Pass grows, we’re seeing more interest in establishing businesses here, which is great for our local economy.”
The project includes several Commercial Retail Units (CRUs) designated for additional businesses as demand arises. Thomas emphasized that the development aligns with council’s strategic goals to improve local shopping while supporting tourism through partnerships with Travel Alberta. The council anticipates that Crowsnest Crossing will serve as a new shopping hub for both residents and visitors, setting the stage for further growth.