Statements (706)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Retail
gptkb:Company |
| gptkbp:acquired |
gptkb:Gordmans
gptkb:Sears_Canada gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue_OFF_5_TH gptkb:Saks_Off_5th gptkb:North_West_Company gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Trading_Company gptkb:The_Bay gptkb:Zellers Lord & Taylor in 2006 Saks Fifth Avenue in 2013 |
| gptkbp:acquired_by |
gptkb:2013
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:NRDC_Equity_Partners gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:Home_Outfitters gptkb:Zellers |
| gptkbp:acquisition |
gptkb:Sears_Canada
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:Home_Outfitters gptkb:Saks_OFF_5_TH gptkb:Zellers |
| gptkbp:acquisition_year |
gptkb:2004
gptkb:2005 gptkb:2006 gptkb:2007 gptkb:2008 gptkb:2009 gptkb:2010 gptkb:2011 gptkb:2012 gptkb:2013 gptkb:2018 |
| gptkbp:advertising |
gptkb:Galen_G._Weston
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald |
| gptkbp:became_a_retail_business |
gptkb:2008
|
| gptkbp:brand |
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue
gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:The_Bay gptkb:Hudson's_Bay gptkb:Saks_OFF_5_TH associated with Canadian heritage |
| gptkbp:ceo |
gptkb:Ira_K._Kauffman
gptkb:Iain_N._A._Mc_Donald gptkb:Galen_G._Weston gptkb:Galen_Weston_Jr. gptkb:Ira_Gluskin gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald George H. Mc Culloch (1978) |
| gptkbp:challenges |
gptkb:online_retailers
e-commerce growth |
| gptkbp:charity |
Annual fundraising events
$1 million to Indigenous youth programs $1 million to mental health initiatives $500,000 to food banks |
| gptkbp:charity_work |
support for health initiatives
support for community development support for youth programs support for environmental sustainability support for Indigenous education |
| gptkbp:colors |
blue and white
red and white black and white green and yellow |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
Local community events
|
| gptkbp:community_involvement |
gptkb:Charitable_donations
Advocacy for social justice Disaster relief efforts Support for local businesses sustainability efforts Cultural exchange programs Community health initiatives Health and wellness initiatives Support for refugees Promotion of arts and culture Disaster preparedness training Partnerships with local organizations charitable initiatives Environmental sustainability programs Employee volunteer programs Support for veterans Community engagement events Climate action initiatives Mental health awareness campaigns Support for local artisans Food security initiatives Civic engagement initiatives Cultural heritage preservation efforts Support for arts education Youth mentorship programs Support for community development projects Support for public health initiatives Volunteerism promotion Support for youth development programs Crisis support services Disability inclusion programs Promotion of healthy lifestyles Support for clean water initiatives Support for food banks Support for literacy programs Support for community engagement initiatives Support for women's shelters Support for mental health resources Support for cultural festivals Support for animal welfare organizations Support for disaster recovery efforts Support for community service projects Support for historical preservation projects Promotion of diversity and inclusion Support for community gardens Support for community outreach programs Support for community safety programs Support for Indigenous communities Support for environmental education programs Support for community empowerment initiatives Support for community resilience initiatives support for Indigenous communities Support for local food initiatives Support for community arts projects Support for LGBTQ+ communities Education and scholarship programs Support for community wellness programs Support for community education initiatives Support for community outreach initiatives Support for mental health organizations Support for community engagement education programs Support for community empowerment training programs Support for community education initiatives training programs Support for community education initiatives training programs. Awareness campaigns for social issues Promotion of responsible sourcing Support for community advocacy education programs Support for community advocacy efforts Support for community advocacy training programs Support for community awareness campaigns Support for community collaboration efforts Support for community education training programs Support for community engagement training programs Support for community fundraising efforts Support for community health clinics Support for community health education programs Support for community health resources Support for community leadership initiatives Support for community mentorship programs Support for community networking initiatives Support for community resource centers Support for community resource education programs Support for community resource training programs Support for community service education programs Support for community service learning initiatives Support for community service training programs Support for community sports programs Support for community support services Support for community training programs Support for community volunteer programs Support for community wellness education programs Support for community wellness training programs Support for education in underserved communities Sustainability in fashion initiatives Support for community development training programs Support for community health initiatives training programs Support for community empowerment education programs Support for community empowerment training initiatives Support for community health education initiatives training programs Support for community resource development initiatives Support for community development education programs Support for community health education training programs Support for community wellness education initiatives training programs Support for community engagement training initiatives Support for community advocacy training initiatives Support for community development training initiatives |
| gptkbp:competed_in |
gptkb:North_West_Company
|
| gptkbp:competes_with |
gptkb:Loblaws
gptkb:Walmart_Canada gptkb:Canadian_Tire gptkb:Target_Canada |
| gptkbp:criticism |
labor practices
|
| gptkbp:customer_support |
gptkb:Galen_G._Weston
|
| gptkbp:employee_matching_gifts |
Donation matching program
|
| gptkbp:employees |
10,000 (1978)
|
| gptkbp:employs |
thousands of people
thousands of employees |
| gptkbp:established_in |
gptkb:North_America
|
| gptkbp:established_trading_posts_in |
gptkb:North_America
|
| gptkbp:expansion |
retail markets
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
gptkb:department_stores
retail innovation the iconic striped point blanket |
| gptkbp:focus |
retail
retail and e-commerce |
| gptkbp:founded |
1670
|
| gptkbp:founded_in |
gptkb:the_Canadian_Pacific_Railway
gptkb:London,_England gptkb:traders |
| gptkbp:founder |
gptkb:Prince_Rupert_of_the_Rhine
gptkb:King_Charles_II |
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:loyalty_program
gptkb:historical_significance a strong online presence partnerships with various brands a customer loyalty program a history of expansion a diverse workforce a diverse product range a strong brand identity a history of mergers and acquisitions a commitment to diversity a significant market share a wide range of brands various private label brands a flagship store in Toronto a history of fur trading a loyalty program called HBC Rewards a presence in Western Canada |
| gptkbp:has_a_diverse_workforce_that_includes |
Indigenous employees
|
| gptkbp:has_a_flagship_store_located_in |
gptkb:Toronto
|
| gptkbp:has_a_focus_on |
fur trade
fur trading |
| gptkbp:has_a_history_of_adapting_to |
market changes
|
| gptkbp:has_a_presence_in |
Canadian retail market
|
| gptkbp:has_collection |
gptkb:historical_artifacts
historical documents and records |
| gptkbp:has_diversity_initiatives |
across multiple categories
clothing and home goods |
| gptkbp:has_faced_competition_from |
American retailers
|
| gptkbp:has_historical_significance |
gptkb:the_British_Empire
Canadian history |
| gptkbp:has_history |
gptkb:political_influence
gptkb:supply_chain_management gptkb:land_ownership gptkb:Philanthropy gptkb:cultural_influence brand loyalty community involvement customer engagement corporate governance corporate social responsibility environmental impact international operations mergers and acquisitions sustainability initiatives sustainability efforts financial performance strategic partnerships legal disputes colonial trade practices product diversification social impact colonial trade customer service initiatives employee relations market positioning Indigenous relations branding and marketing innovation in retail expansion into new markets indigenous relations e-commerce development store expansion expansion into retail economic impact in Canada |
| gptkbp:has_impact_on |
Canadian culture
the Canadian economy |
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
gptkb:cultural_exchange
|
| gptkbp:has_part |
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue
gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:The_Bay gptkb:HBC_Holdings_Inc. gptkb:Home_Outfitters gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Foundation gptkb:Saks_OFF_5_TH gptkb:Zellers HBC Digital |
| gptkbp:has_partnerships_with |
various brands
|
| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
local communities.
|
| gptkbp:has_role |
the development of Canada
the retail landscape of Canada |
| gptkbp:has_social_media_presence |
e-commerce
through e-commerce |
| gptkbp:has_store_in |
gptkb:Retail
|
| gptkbp:has_tradition |
community involvement
|
| gptkbp:has_undergone_several_mergers_with |
other companies
|
| gptkbp:head |
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald
gptkb:HBC_Holdings_Inc. |
| gptkbp:head_of_state |
gptkb:Nunavut
gptkb:British_Columbia gptkb:British_Empire gptkb:Canada gptkb:Hudson_Bay gptkb:Ontario gptkb:Prince_Edward_Island gptkb:Quebec gptkb:United_Kingdom gptkb:New_Brunswick gptkb:Northwest_Territories gptkb:Nova_Scotia gptkb:Galen_G._Weston gptkb:Newfoundland_and_Labrador gptkb:Alberta gptkb:Saskatchewan gptkb:Manitoba gptkb:Irene_Dorner gptkb:Yukon gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald territories |
| gptkbp:head_of_store_operations |
gptkb:Galen_G._Weston
|
| gptkbp:headcount |
approximately 30,000
30,000+ |
| gptkbp:headquartered_in |
gptkb:Canada
|
| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Winnipeg,_Manitoba
gptkb:Management gptkb:Canada gptkb:Ontario gptkb:Toronto gptkb:Toronto,_Canada gptkb:Toronto,_Ontario,_Canada gptkb:Toronto,_Ontario gptkb:2_Bloor_Street_East gptkb:military_base gptkb:The_Bay gptkb:historical_site gptkb:cultural_landmark Modern architecture Office space Publicly accessible Modern technology Green initiatives Local community engagement Local partnerships 24/7 security Awards for excellence Employee training programs Corporate meetings Diverse workforce Innovation hub 43.6702° N, 79.3860° W |
| gptkbp:headquarters_established_year |
gptkb:1970
|
| gptkbp:headquarters_future_plans |
Expansion plans
|
| gptkbp:headquarters_nearby_attractions |
gptkb:shopping_mall
|
| gptkbp:headquarters_parking |
Available parking
|
| gptkbp:headquarters_public_transport |
Accessible by subway
|
| gptkbp:headquarters_work_culture |
Collaborative environment
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
establishment of trading posts
privatization in 2006 introduction of loyalty program celebration of 350th anniversary expansion into retail introduction of private label brands opening of flagship store in Toronto acquisition of rival companies introduction of e-commerce transition to a modern retail model launch of e-commerce platform acquisition by NRDC Equity Partners conflict with the North West Company expansion into the U. S. market expansion into the western territories merger with the North West Company |
| gptkbp:historical_role |
Canadian history
the trade of goods between Europe and North America Influential in the development of Canada |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
fur trade
colonial trade One of the oldest companies in North America Indigenous relations one of the oldest companies in North America North American exploration played a key role in the development of Canada |
| gptkbp:history |
gptkb:Native_American_culture
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Hudson's Bay Company
|
| gptkbp:industry |
gptkb:Retail
retail |
| gptkbp:influenced |
Canadian history
Canadian economy |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:public_company
historic company |
| gptkbp:is_committed_to |
diversity and inclusion
sustainability practices |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
various documentaries
various historical documentaries |
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
gptkb:Philanthropy
community initiatives sustainability efforts fashion collaborations |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its iconic logo
its heritage seasonal sales events the iconic striped point blanket the iconic point blanket distinctive striped merchandise the Hudson's Bay Point Blanket the Hudson's Bay point blanket |
| gptkbp:is_one_of_the_oldest_companies_in |
gptkb:North_America
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
numerous historical events in Canada
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
gptkb:customer_service
contributions to Canadian heritage |
| gptkbp:is_sold_at |
furs
fur |
| gptkbp:key_people |
gptkb:Galen_G._Weston
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald |
| gptkbp:key_player |
the North American fur trade
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Point_Blanket
gptkb:department_stores the iconic point blanket |
| gptkbp:leadership |
Canadian retail
|
| gptkbp:local_government |
local artisans
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:loyalty_program |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Rewards
|
| gptkbp:market |
gptkb:Canada
|
| gptkbp:market_cap |
$1 billion (2020)
|
| gptkbp:marketing_strategy |
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald
|
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:ship
gptkb:stationery gptkb:footwear gptkb:clothing gptkb:bedding gptkb:Video_games gptkb:automotive_industry gptkb:tableware gptkb:home_goods gptkb:kitchen gptkb:jewelry gptkb:music gptkb:accessories gptkb:toys gptkb:furniture Beauty products Books Electronics Movies Food and beverages Gifts Magazines Musical instruments Sporting goods Personal care products Collectibles Cleaning supplies Health supplements Decorative items Gardening supplies Outdoor gear Fitness equipment Home improvement products Office supplies Health and wellness products Travel accessories Craft supplies Pet supplies Seasonal items |
| gptkbp:merchandising |
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald
|
| gptkbp:merged_with |
gptkb:Sears_Canada
gptkb:Zellers North West Company (1821) Acquired by NRDC Equity Partners Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company |
| gptkbp:motto |
the Hudson's Bay Point Blanket
|
| gptkbp:net_income |
$100 million (2019)
|
| gptkbp:notable_appearance |
Canadian retail history
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:Sustainability_initiatives
Product launches Charity initiatives Diversity and inclusion initiatives Advertising strategies Brand collaborations Customer loyalty programs Public relations campaigns Brand positioning efforts Seasonal sales events Employee training programs Acquisition of Zellers Sales promotions Customer engagement strategies Crisis management strategies Community involvement programs Stock market performance Anniversary celebrations Market expansion strategies Financial restructuring Corporate social responsibility efforts Financial performance reports Partnership with various brands Rebranding efforts Store closures Retail technology adoption Expansion into the United States Response to COVID-19 pandemic Store openings Launch of online shopping Introduction of loyalty programs Market research initiatives Digital transformation efforts Merger discussions Investor relations activities Supply chain management improvements Consumer feedback programs Inventory management strategies Store layout redesigns |
| gptkbp:notable_figures |
gptkb:historical_artifacts
|
| gptkbp:notable_locations |
flagship store in Toronto
Saks Fifth Avenue locations Saks OFF 5 TH locations stores across Canada |
| gptkbp:notable_products |
gptkb:Sears_Canada
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:Hudson's_Bay gptkb:Saks_OFF_5_TH gptkb:Zellers |
| gptkbp:notable_stores |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_flagship_store_in_Toronto
gptkb:Toronto |
| gptkbp:number_of_employees |
over 10,000
over 30,000 approximately 30,000 |
| gptkbp:number_of_stores |
approximately 90
over 90 Lord & Taylor: 38 Saks Fifth Avenue: 40 |
| gptkbp:offers |
gptkb:clothing
gptkb:cosmetics gptkb:home_goods |
| gptkbp:operates |
gptkb:footwear
gptkb:online_store gptkb:cosmetics gptkb:home_goods gptkb:jewelry gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_stores gptkb:accessories gptkb:department_stores gptkb:Home_Outfitters Electronics Children's clothing Sporting goods Department stores Online retail online retail e-commerce platforms Housewares Women's clothing Fashion apparel Men's clothing over 90 stores in Canada stores in Western Canada stores in major Canadian cities |
| gptkbp:operates_in |
gptkb:E-commerce
gptkb:Canada gptkb:USA gptkb:United_States the Arctic region |
| gptkbp:operates_stores_in |
gptkb:Canada
|
| gptkbp:operates_under |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_brand
various brand names |
| gptkbp:operating_income |
$200 million (2020)
$100 million (2020) $200 million (2019) |
| gptkbp:operational_since |
1670
17th century |
| gptkbp:original_purpose |
fur trading
trade in furs |
| gptkbp:parent_company |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Company_Holdings
gptkb:HBC_Holdings_Inc. Hudson's Bay Company group |
| gptkbp:parent_organization |
gptkb:HBC_Holdings_Inc.
|
| gptkbp:partnership |
gptkb:Tods
gptkb:Balmain gptkb:Kirkland_Signature gptkb:Canadian_Olympic_Committee gptkb:Yves_Saint_Laurent gptkb:Levi_Strauss_&_Co. gptkb:Lululemon_Athletica gptkb:Prada gptkb:hospital gptkb:Alexander_Mc_Queen gptkb:Cultural_institutions gptkb:Dior gptkb:Stella_Mc_Cartney gptkb:Off-White gptkb:Calvin_Klein gptkb:Chanel gptkb:Columbia_Sportswear gptkb:Kate_Spade gptkb:Michael_Kors gptkb:Nike gptkb:Balenciaga gptkb:Adidas gptkb:Marc_Jacobs gptkb:Tommy_Hilfiger gptkb:Canadian_Red_Cross gptkb:Tory_Burch gptkb:Valentino gptkb:Fendi gptkb:Bottega_Veneta gptkb:Ralph_Lauren gptkb:Miu_Miu gptkb:The_North_Face gptkb:Jimmy_Choo gptkb:Groupe_Dynamite gptkb:Burberry gptkb:Gucci gptkb:The_Bay gptkb:Versace gptkb:WE_Charity gptkb:Salvatore_Ferragamo gptkb:American_football_coach gptkb:Native_American_culture gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Foundation Retailers Local artisans Fashion designers Tourism boards Charitable organizations Various fashion brands Environmental groups |
| gptkbp:partnerships |
various fashion brands
|
| gptkbp:philanthropy |
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:Education gptkb:Native_American_culture gptkb:Community_support Health |
| gptkbp:postal_code |
M4 W 1 A8
|
| gptkbp:previous_name |
gptkb:Governor_and_Company_of_Adventurers_of_England_Trading_into_Hudson's_Bay
|
| gptkbp:products |
gptkb:clothing
gptkb:home_goods gptkb:accessories gptkb:furniture |
| gptkbp:promotes |
Canadian arts and culture
|
| gptkbp:region |
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:North_America gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:revenue |
$1.5 billion (2020)
$2.5 billion (2020) $2.5 billion (2019) $2.5 billion (1978) approximately CAD 2.5 billion |
| gptkbp:rival |
gptkb:North_West_Company
|
| gptkbp:scholarships |
Educational scholarships for students
|
| gptkbp:sells |
gptkb:footwear
gptkb:clothing gptkb:cosmetics gptkb:home_goods gptkb:accessories gptkb:furniture |
| gptkbp:service_area |
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:services |
gptkb:customer_service
e-commerce |
| gptkbp:stock_exchange |
the Toronto Stock Exchange
|
| gptkbp:stock_symbol |
HBC
|
| gptkbp:strategy |
gptkb:Iain_N._Mc_Donald
|
| gptkbp:subsidiary |
gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Company_Holdings
gptkb:Sears_Canada gptkb:Saks_Off_5th gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:Lord_&_Taylor gptkb:Hudson's_Bay_Trading_Company gptkb:Hudson's_Bay gptkb:Home_Outfitters gptkb:Saks_OFF_5_TH HBC Digital |
| gptkbp:supply_chain |
gptkb:Galen_G._Weston
|
| gptkbp:support |
gptkb:Cultural_events
Cultural heritage preservation Disaster relief efforts Local charities Public health initiatives Crisis response initiatives Health care initiatives Arts and culture programs Women’s empowerment initiatives Mental health awareness campaigns LGBTQ+ community initiatives Food security initiatives Youth mentorship programs Civic engagement programs Environmental conservation projects Disability inclusion programs Homelessness prevention initiatives |
| gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives |
Environmental responsibility
|
| gptkbp:trade_goods |
furs to Europe
|
| gptkbp:traded_on |
gptkb:Toronto_Stock_Exchange
gptkb:New_York_Stock_Exchange |
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:Retail
gptkb:public_company retail |
| gptkbp:type_of_business |
gptkb:public_company
|
| gptkbp:volunteer_opportunities |
Employee volunteer program
|
| gptkbp:was_granted_a_royal_charter_by |
gptkb:King_Charles_II
|
| gptkbp:was_involved_in |
the fur trade
philanthropic efforts the fur trade economy various cultural initiatives the establishment of Canadian provinces |
| gptkbp:was_involved_in_the_exploration_of |
the Canadian wilderness
|
| gptkbp:was_once_the_largest_landowner_in |
gptkb:North_America
|
| gptkbp:website |
www.hbc.com
www.thebay.com |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Duke_of_Somerset
gptkb:Saks_Fifth_Avenue gptkb:2010_Winter_Olympics gptkb:Fort_Mc_Murray |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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