Imaginaire to open a new store in Rideau Centre in fall 2023

Quebec's leading retailer of collectibles and pop culture merchandise expands to Ontario.

(April 5, 2023) Ottawa, Ontario - Imaginaire, a leading retailer of collectibles and pop culture merchandise, is excited to announce the opening of its new store at Rideau Centre in Ottawa. The store will open in the fall of 2023 and offer customers a unique shopping experience with a wide range of products and a commitment to excellent customer service.

The new store will be located adjacent to Simons on floors 3 and 4 of Rideau Centre and will have an area of approximately 20,000 square feet, making it one of the largest specialty stores in the region. This first store outside Quebec represents an investment of $3 million. Imaginaire also plans to hire between 50 and 60 qualified employees, who will be trained to provide the same level of exceptional service that has made the company famous in Quebec.

Customers can expect to find a wide selection of products, including sports cards, board games, puzzles, trading cards, action figures, books, comics, graphic novels, manga, and other pop culture merchandise. Imaginaire is also an authorized dealer of numismatic products by the Royal Canadian Mint.

"Whether you collect cards or coins, are a die-hard fan of Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel Comics, or just looking for something fun to do with friends and family, Imaginaire has something for everyone," explains Benoit Doyon, founder of Imaginaire.

The store also offers a vast collection of titles in English and French, catering to all interests and ages. In addition, Imaginaire is a bookstore authorized by the Quebec Ministry of Culture, which guarantees the authenticity and quality of its products.

"We will have plenty to delight French-speaking manga, comic, and graphic novel enthusiasts in the region to browse or order in-store. We also have an active online and virtual community, and we are very responsive to customer recommendations for new products."

In addition to the in-store experience, Imaginaire also offers online purchases on its website, which features a wide range of products, detailed descriptions, and user reviews. With over 100,000 items in inventory, customers are sure to find what they are looking for. They can take advantage of free delivery for orders over $79, as well as a flexible return policy, making shopping with confidence easy.

Imaginaire also regularly organizes events and tournaments for board games, collectibles, and more. These events offer a fun and social atmosphere allowing enthusiasts to meet like-minded people and participate in friendly competitions.

"We look forward to meeting our loyal customers in Gatineau and Ottawa at Rideau Centre and being part of this dynamic community," adds Mr. Doyon.

For more information on Imaginaire and their products, please visit their website at www.imaginaire.com or visit their existing stores in Quebec, Levis, Sherbrooke, Trois Rivière, Rive-Sud-de-Montreal, and Laval.

We look forward to welcoming customers to our new store in the fall of 2023!

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