North America Department Stores

    Zitomer Department Stores, United States

  969 Madison Avenue - New York, NY            
Starting out as an upscale neighborhood pharmacy in New York City, the Zitomer name has come a long way in offering a variety of merchandise and retail products which make it a store for everyday needs and more. Located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, Zitomer can fill as many as 700 prescriptions every day and has unique merchandise that you simply won’t find anywhere else. While you will find a variety of common apothecary items in the Zitomer inventory, there are some unique one as well. There is a wide selection of vitamins and supplements for your health. Names like Blue Bonnet, Florastor and others are available at some of the most affordable prices in NYC department stores. Zitomer even has its own unique brand of skin cream. Another special feature you will enjoy is the entire floor dedicated to “Zittles,” or merchandise that includes books, electronics, toys, games, costumes, stuffed animals and much more. There are well known brands like Barbie, Madame Alexander Dolls and others at bargain prices which makes Zitomer a great place to visit when you are in the mood for shopping in the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
    Bloomingdale's, United States
  1000 3rd Ave - Manhattan - New York, NY              
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Bloomingdale’s is one of the most recognized names in the Manhattan shopping scene. Home to the finest and most exquisite wares for elite shoppers from all over the world, exclusive is their middle name. NYC shopping begins and ends at this Midtown department store. For fashion and quality, Tribeca beauty products and other delicious goodies will more than satisfy your quest for the best. Bloomingdale’s is the epitome of sophistication. For designer clothing and collections, shop at this New York City shopping haven for Lacoste, Sam & Lavi, Gemma, Tadashi Shoji and dozens of others. Here you will find contemporary fashions and the trendiest wardrobe options for men, women and kids by browsing the various collections at this retailing giant. With a full selection of high quality house wares available including dining essentials, bathroom accessories, kitchen appliances and so much more, you can easily enjoy shopping for hours. Bloomingdale’s, owned by Macy’s, Inc., has annual sales figures totaling nearly $2 billion, so you know they are doing a whole lot right. Whether you are visiting Manhattan for the very first time or if you live in the surrounding area, Bloomingdale’s should be at the top of your list of shopping opportunities.
    Marshalls, United States
  Bay Plaza Shopping Center - 2100 Bartow Avenue - Bronx, NY             
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Marshall’s Bronx department store has much to offer today’s economy shopper. The Marshall’s name tops the list for bargain prices for family clothes and other retail items. In fact, the company traces its history all the way back to 1956 when several prominent entrepreneurs got together and formed the “Brand Names for Less” concept that has come to be so popular today in the retail industry. There are several departments in the Marshall’s stores to browse. Shopping for Wakefield footwear at a great price? There is a wide selection of designer and bargain-priced shoes when you shop at this Bronx department store. For women, you will find everything ranging from cork wedges to patent leather heels and much more. Look for bright and bold styles for spring and summer 2012 or find something that you can wear all year long and still be fashionable. Revel in Wakefield beauty products and a bounteous selection of designer fragrances from Chanel, Ralph Lauren, Estee Lauder, just for starters, as well as makeup products, accessories and much more to please your bargain-shopping urges. Be sure to visit this prominent Riverdale department store on your next trip to the Bronx.
    Target, United States
  8801 Queens Blvd - Queens Place - Elmhurst, NY             
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2012 marks Target’s 50th anniversary, and we’ve never felt better. In the years since our department-store roots evolved into discount-store savvy, we’ve watched our innovations lead to retail revolutions, and our team, guests and partners build better communities where we live and work. So in 2012, we celebrate Target’s legacy with a nod to our past and a look ahead to exciting new things to come
    Bergdorf Goodman, United States
  754 5th Avenue At 58th Street - New York, NY              
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Shopping for fashionable New York clothing in Manhattan? The Bergdorf Goodman department store is the ideal place for you to begin. This contemporary store has a variety of options for you to choose from in the luxury goods category. And since its parent company is Neiman Marcus, you can expect high class options that you can’t find in other Manhattan department stores. Right on 5th Avenue in New York City, Bergdorf Goodman has a sophisticated selection of Tribeca beauty products on its Beauty Level floor. Directly below the store’s main floor, you can enjoy the café, a luxury spa and much more surrounded in luxuriant elegance. It’s a lovely place to spend a relaxing afternoon and browse for health and beauty products from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent. The Shoe Salon at Bergdorf Goodman is another unique offering when you are shopping in this Uptown department store. You can find the latest styles and fashions from designers such as Eddie Borgo, Dior, Danna Karan, Alexis Bittar and dozens of others, at competitive prices. Check out this high-end New York City department store to find the most up to date styles and designer collections.
    TJ Maxx, United States
  174th St. & Vyse Avenue - New Horizons Shopping Center - Bronx, NY             
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Designer deals in shoes, handbags, clothes accessories and interior design? TJ Maxx is the Bronx store for you. Deep discount prices makes for great shopping in New York City. One of the things you will find at this famous discount department store is a variety of Soho footwear. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated pair of shoes that will go with that elegant outfit that you own or simply want an everyday pair at an affordable price, you will find something that fits your needs. You can even find your favorite designer brands in the store and buy an entire wardrobe without breaking your budget. In addition to footwear, you can find high end Midtown clothing and fun Bling. Being just steps away from all the major New York City attractions, shopping at TJ Maxx is a natural. They carry a variety of men’s, women’s and kid’s apparel for you to choose from at a fraction of the cost of other retail stores. With more than 900 locations across the country and several of them located in the greater NYC area, it’s a great addition to your shopping itinerary when you are in the Bronx.
    Kirna Zabête, United States
  96 Greene Street - Manhattan - New York, NY            
Located on Greene Street in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City, Kirna Zabete is one of the giants when it comes to searching for retail fashions from some of the most recognized designers in the industry. One you will find on their shelves is Alexander Wang, a designer who likes to incorporate classic looks with fresh and modern twists. The Alexander Wang Spring and Summer 2012 Collection catalog is currently available and many of the items are available at Kirna Zabete, including the Gia Zip Sandals and a wide selection of clothing items and handbags to freshen your wardrobe. Rachel Zoe is another name brand designer with a wide selection of products at Kirna Zabete. You can find a variety of clothing items below $500 if you are on a tight budget as well as the more upscale pricing range if you are looking for something more exclusive. In addition to the name brand designers, you can also find fashion accessories like sunglasses, scarves, belts, jewelry and much more. Kirna Zabete also has a line of KZ Originals which includes a completely unique fragrance. For all of your designer shopping desires, be sure to visit Kirna Zabete in Manhattan on your next shopping adventure.
    Zellers, Canada
  5401 Boulevard des Galeries - Les Galeries de la Capitale - Québec, QB           
Hbc is Canada's largest diversified general merchandise retailer with over 600 retail locations and nearly 60,000 associates located in every province in Canada. HBC's four banners are the Bay, Zellers, Home Outfitters and Fields. The Bay is the flagship department store within the Hudson’s Bay Company. With 92 locations from coast to coast, the Bay is a full-line department store chain focused on high fashion merchandise in apparel, accessories and soft home categories. The Bay offers quality merchandise at mid-to-upper price points accompanied by traditional department store services. Committed to delivering excellent value and consistent, reliable service, Bay stores are located in suburban and urban markets, along with a dominant position in the downtown cores of Canada’s major cities.
    Sears, United States
  283 PLATINUM AVE - Staten Island, NY              
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Sears on Staten Island is a great place to visit when you are shopping for high quality products at some of the most affordable prices. The Sears reputation of excellence has been around for more than 100 years and the name continues to instill confidence in customers with its recognized brand names and customer service. You will recognize brands like Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Land’s End and Martha Stewart - and that just includes the clothing brands! You can also shop a wide selection of durable and long lasting tools at Sears from world renowned brands like Craftsman, Die Hard and Kenmore. Free delivery is another great thing about shopping at Sears. You can find the latest major appliances like Kenmore refrigerators, Maytag washing machines, but how will you get them home? Don’t worry about that because Sears will schedule a time for delivery at the same time you pay for the appliance. And the best part is that it’s at no extra charge to you! You will also appreciate the great warranty that the store provides for everything it sells so you can make your purchases with total confidence. Check out the new face of Sears department stores and see what products they have for you.
    Marshalls, United States
  2485 Richmond Ave - Heartland Village - Staten Island, NY             
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If you ever find yourself in Staten Island, New York, stop by the local Marshalls. If you're looking for the perfect piece for this Summer 2012, this would be the place to go. Marshalls is full of bright, vibrant, and interesting patterns, which are definitely in style. Everything from floral prints dresses and skirts to gorgeous tribal dresses, to fashionable cork wedge shoes can be found here. The store is beautifully arranged; the colors all give the store a happy, stylish feel. Plus, if you love shoes, this is beyond perfect. They don't call it the 'mega shoe shop' for no reason! You'll find all sorts of shoes that will go with almost any colorful and fun outfit. No matter if you're looking for a fun pair of flip-flops to bring some color to a summer dress, or quality leather to give your business attire some flare, you'll find what you need. The men don't even have to feel left out! Browse the extensive men's section, full of great summer clothes for those swimming Summer 2012 parties or just a night out with the guys. No matter who you are or what you're looking for, you'll find the fashion clothing and trendy accessories here.
    BJ's Wholesale Club, United States
  339 Gateway Dr. - Brooklyn - New York, NY            
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Everyone likes to save money and have a little convenience at the same time, and Bj's Wholesale Club in Brooklyn, New York, or most commonly known as just Bj’s, is the best combination of both of these ideas. Located on Gateway Dr. in the Brooklyn burrough, Bj's Wholesale Club offers a wide selection of items from apparel and footwear to a delicatessen and optical department. It is one of the largest operating warehouse club chains in the United States and is ranked in the top 500 in Fortune Magazine. For many people the appeal of this remarkable store is not only the fact that they can get an unbelievably huge selection of quality items, but also that they can get bulk products at an amazingly discounted rate. When you are living in a struggling economy this can be a breath of fresh air. In comparison to other similar chains, Bj’s Wholesale Club offers some special services such as having its own gas station, filling propane, home heating oil, and even vacation packages and car rentals. This Brooklyn department store is open on most holidays and they also feature a Verizon Wireless Kiosk.
    JCPenney, United States
  Bay Plaza Shopping Center - 100 Baychester Ave - Bronx, NY              
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One of the more popular names in retail department stores is JC Penney. This is a brand that has nearly everything you would need in terms of fashion, house wares and much, much more. And with its recognized name, you can also expect quality at an affordable price. When you shop at the Bronx JC Penney, you have many brands to choose from. If you are looking for quality bath towels and accessories in New York City, one of the more recognized names you will find is Royal Velvet. This is a great name in the bed and bath category, and you can find Egyptian cotton towels that are soft to the touch in a variety of colors to match your bathroom décor. This Bronx Department store also carries the Home Expressions brand if you are looking for something more affordable. In addition, you will find a variety of baby and toddler fashions when you do your shopping at JC Penney. Looking for brand name baby bedding accessories? You will find brands like My Baby Sam, Carter’s and even Okie Dokie. Whether you are searching for comforters for your infant, a crib bedding set or other infant accessories, you will find it all in one place at JC Penney.
    TJ Maxx, United States
  1509 Forest Avenue - Staten Island, NY             
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Designer deals in shoes, handbags, clothes accessories and interior design. TJ Maxx is the Staten Island store for you. Deep discount prices makes for great shopping in New York City. One of the things you will find at this famous discount department store is a variety of Soho footwear. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated pair of shoes that will go with that elegant outfit that you own or simply want an everyday pair at an affordable price, you will find something that fits your needs. You can even find your favorite designer brands in the store and buy an entire wardrobe without breaking your budget. In addition to footwear, you can find high end Midtown clothing and fun Bling. Being just steps away from all the major New York City attractions, shopping at TJ Maxx is a natural. They carry a variety of men’s, women’s and kid’s apparel for you to choose from at a fraction of the cost of other Staten Island retail stores. With more than 900 locations across the country and several of them located in the greater NYC area, it’s a great addition to your shopping itinerary when you are in Staten Island.
    Costco, United States
  976 Third Avenue - Brooklyn - New York, NY            
In this economy there is nothing more important to a family than saving some money and when it comes to going to the grocery store you want to make sure you can save everywhere possible. This is why so many people now take advantage of what has become the largest warehouse club you can find in the United States. Conveniently located off of 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn, Costco offers an unbelievably massive selection of items ranging from one hour photo and a tire center, to an independent optometrist. Although you can buy nearly anything at Costco, Brooklyn from pool tables to computers, the one thing that draws a lot of attention from customers is the standard groceries that can be bought in bulk and save you a tremendous amount of money. Beyond these kinds of items many families also buy toiletries, and dish and laundry detergent in bulk. This is a great way to help ease financial burden, through some good savings and with the Kirkland brand, Costco’s store brand, you can save even more. New York can be expensive and if you’re in the Brooklyn burrough, Costco is the place to go to help take the bite off of the challenging economy.
    Target, United States
  174th St. & Vyse Avenue - New Horizons Shopping Center - Bronx, NY             
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Looking for designer deals in shoes, handbags, clothes accessories and interior design? TJ Maxx is the Bronx store for you. Deep discount prices makes for great shopping in New York City. One of the things you will find at this famous discount department store is a variety of Soho footwear. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated pair of shoes that will go with that elegant outfit that you own or simply want an everyday pair at an affordable price, you will find something that fits your needs. You can even find your favorite designer brands in the store and buy an entire wardrobe without breaking your budget. In addition to footwear, you can find high end Midtown clothing and fun Bling. Being just steps away from all the major New York City attractions, shopping at TJ Maxx is a natural. They carry a variety of men’s, women’s and kid’s apparel for you to choose from at a fraction of the cost of other retail stores. With more than 900 locations across the country and several of them located in the greater NYC area, it’s a great addition to your shopping itinerary when you are in the Bronx.
    Pearl River Mart, United States
  477 Broadway nr. Grand St. - Manhattan - New York, NY           
When you shop at this Downtown area department store, you will find everything you need from Greenwich Village bedding to paper products, Chinese wedding decorations to home furniture and housewares, and even Soho footwear; all at reasonable prices. Many of the products are custom made with the highest quality materials available. You can even shop at Pearl River Mart for some of your Downtown grocery staples like snacks, noodles, soups, condiments, a variety of teas to choose from and a wide selection of herbal products they keep in stock. Check out this one of a kind store for many of your shopping needs. The Pearl River Mart, located at 477 Broadway in the heart of Manhattan, is known as the first Chinese American department store in the United States. It has been serving customers in the greater New York City area for more than three decades and it continues to be a unique and popular place for shoppers from all around. But in addition to being one of the more frequented Manhattan department stores, it has also served as a way to build bridges between retailers from China and the United States, which has helped Pearl River Mart earn a reputation of providing a wide selection of high quality Chinese goods that everybody can appreciate.
    Macy's, United States
  34th Street - (From 6th to 7th Avenue) - New York, NY              
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Macy’s department store is one of the most recognized names in the NYC shopping scene. You can find a wide variety of upscale items when you shop at this uptown department store which will give your wardrobe a touch of class and elegance. But Macy’s is about more than just the products that it offers. This Uptown department store is the first of its kind that promoted a woman to an executive position in the company. Margaret Getchell made retail history when she was given her executive position at the Macy’s store, starting a trend in the retail industry. The store also revolutionized the way that goods were sold. At a time when different prices were paid by the clientele, the Macy’s megastore came up with a one-price system for everybody who purchased anything from their store. You can find a variety of wares at this upscale store, including Macy’s dining items, jewelry and much more. Browse through Macy’s women’s and men’s departments to find elite brands from all over the world. There is also a Macy’s kids section with quality midtown clothing and globally recognized name brands. Macy’s beauty department is also ideal if you are looking for high end makeup and products. Be sure to put this on your list of Manhattan department stores to visit when you are in the NYC area. Macy's pioneered such revolutionary business practices as the one-price system, in which the same item was sold to every customer at one price, and quoting specific prices for goods in newspaper advertising. Known for its creative merchandising, Macy's was the first to introduce such products as the tea bag, the Idaho baked potato and colored bath towels. Macy's was also the first retailer to hold a New York City liquor license.
    The Bargain Shop, Canada
  4802 - 51St Street - Whitecourt, AB           
"The Bargain! Shop originated as the Canadian division of the Woolworth's retail chain, which started doing business in Canada in the 1920's.
Woolworth became a local institution in many cities and towns across the country. In the late 1990's, the US corporate parent was looking to divest their General Merchandise division, and as a result The Bargain! Shop became a truly Canadian private company through a management led buy-out.
Under its new incorporated name, The Bargain! Shop Holdings Inc. acquired 85 locations across Canada. Although we changed our name, we have tried to maintain and build on the famous Woolworth heritage, by holding onto our strong neighborhood and community focus. We continue to offer our trusted and loyal customers quality merchandise at everyday low prices.
    The Bargain Shop, Canada
  110 PLAZA BLVD UNIT 70 - Dalhousie, NB           
"Under its new incorporated name, The Bargain! Shop Holdings Inc. acquired 85 locations across Canada. Although we changed our name, we have tried to maintain and build on the famous Woolworth heritage, by holding onto our strong neighborhood and community focus. We continue to offer our trusted and loyal customers quality merchandise at everyday low prices.
We're very proud to be one of Canada's emerging home-grown success stories! There are many factors that contribute to our achievements. Part of it is due to our values that are based on respect, enthusiasm and hard work. Also, from the very beginning, we have listened to what is important to our customers. We were told that quality merchandise at great prices far outweighed fancy stores and fixtures. We also took note when people told us how important it is to be able to shop right in their own community. We listened and continue to listen, as we strive to meet our customers’ needs with every decision we make. We proudly serve Canadians in their own neighborhoods and small towns from Newfoundland to Vancouver Island, and we are looking forward to the next 250 stores!"
    Zellers, Canada
  1610 Hillside Avenue - Hillside Centre - Victoria, BC           
Hbc is Canada's largest diversified general merchandise retailer with over 600 retail locations and nearly 60,000 associates located in every province in Canada. HBC's four banners are the Bay, Zellers, Home Outfitters and Fields. The Bay is the flagship department store within the Hudson’s Bay Company. With 92 locations from coast to coast, the Bay is a full-line department store chain focused on high fashion merchandise in apparel, accessories and soft home categories. The Bay offers quality merchandise at mid-to-upper price points accompanied by traditional department store services. Committed to delivering excellent value and consistent, reliable service, Bay stores are located in suburban and urban markets, along with a dominant position in the downtown cores of Canada’s major cities.
    The Bargain Shop, Canada
  54 Birch Street - Chapleau, ON           
Under its new incorporated name, The Bargain! Shop Holdings Inc. acquired 85 locations across Canada. Although we changed our name, we have tried to maintain and build on the famous Woolworth heritage, by holding onto our strong neighborhood and community focus. We continue to offer our trusted and loyal customers quality merchandise at everyday low prices.
We're very proud to be one of Canada's emerging home-grown success stories! There are many factors that contribute to our achievements. Part of it is due to our values that are based on respect, enthusiasm and hard work. Also, from the very beginning, we have listened to what is important to our customers. We were told that quality merchandise at great prices far outweighed fancy stores and fixtures. We also took note when people told us how important it is to be able to shop right in their own community. We listened and continue to listen, as we strive to meet our customers’ needs with every decision we make. We proudly serve Canadians in their own neighborhoods and small towns from Newfoundland to Vancouver Island, and we are looking forward to the next 250 stores!
    Sears, Canada
  290 Yonge Street - Toronto, ON             
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Sears Canada is a retailer, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, that operates in all provinces and territories across Canada with a network of 188 corporate stores, 180 dealer stores, 67 home improvement showrooms, 112 Sears Travel offices and a nationwide home maintenance, repair, and installation network. SLH Transport, a freight trucking company and wholly owned subsidiary headquartered in Kingston, Ontario, provides the company with transportation and logistics services and comprises 620 trucks, 3,700 trailers, and 900 associates with terminals located throughout Canada. Sears also has a general merchandise catalogue with over 2,200 catalogue merchandise pickup locations. There is a Sears location within a 10-minute drive of 93% of Canadians. About 50,000 associates are employed throughout the company.
    Zellers, Canada
  6455 Macleod Trail S.W. - Alberta - Calgary, AL           
Hbc is Canada's largest diversified general merchandise retailer with over 600 retail locations and nearly 60,000 associates located in every province in Canada. HBC's four banners are the Bay, Zellers, Home Outfitters and Fields.
The Bay is the flagship department store within the Hudson’s Bay Company. With 92 locations from coast to coast, the Bay is a full-line department store chain focused on high fashion merchandise in apparel, accessories and soft home categories. The Bay offers quality merchandise at mid-to-upper price points accompanied by traditional department store services. Committed to delivering excellent value and consistent, reliable service, Bay stores are located in suburban and urban markets, along with a dominant position in the downtown cores of Canada’s major cities.
    Walmart, Canada
  450 McNeely Avenue, Carleton Place (Supercentre), - Ontario, ON            
Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Walmart Canada operates a growing network of more than 300 stores across Canada and employs 82,000 Canadians. Walmart was established in Canada in 1994 with the acquisition of the 122-store Woolco division of Woolworth Canada.
Each of our stores carries close to 80,000 different products ranging from apparel and home decor to electronics and grocery, plus specialty services such as pharmacies, garden centres, tire and lube express auto centres and vision centres. Our listing of services are described in the Special Products and Services section. Walmart is committed to giving Canadians the best shopping experience in the marketplace. For more information on Walmart Canada, please check our News Releases.
    Ogilvy, Canada
  1307 Sainte-Catherine Street West  - Montreal, QB           
"La Maison Ogilvy, commonly known as Ogilvy's (or Ogilvy in French), is a prominent department store in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where its store on Saint Catherine Street is a retail landmark. Ogilvy's is the only one of Montreal's four west-end department stores still operating under its original name, and is known as the "Grande dame of St. Catherine Street". The store was founded in 1866 by James A. Ogilvy, a pioneer in Montreal retailing, and has been located for almost a hundred years in an Romanesque Revival stone building built in 1908 in the great style of the day. In 1927, the store and the "Ogilvy's" name was acquired by Arthur J. Nesbitt, an investment banker who was a partner in Nesbitt Thomson & Co. stock brokerage and the energy conglomerate, Power Corporation of Canada. The new owner's twenty year-old son, J. Aird Nesbitt, took over management of the Ogilvy store. He created a style and personality for Ogilvy's that distinguished it from Montreal's other department stores. In 1928, Ogilvy's opened the Tudor Room, a concert hall on the store's fifth floor. The first Montreal Symphony Orchestra broadcast across Canada originated from this hall in 1931. Of Scottish ancestry, Nesbitt also initiated another Ogilvy's tradition in 1950 when he hired two bagpipers to parade through the entire store between noon and 1 o'clock every day. More than fifty years later, a piper continues to march through the store daily. After Nesbitt's retirement, Ogilvy's changed hands once more in 1985. The new owners renovated and revitalized the store interior, and a "new" Ogilvy's emerged in 1987. Ogilvy's was the first department store in Canada to adopt the "store within a store" concept, whereby the store features a collection of independent boutiques under one roof. Each boutique has its own unique character, while sharing common customer policies and standards. Ogilvy's also contains a restaurant, hair salon, florist and interior design consultants. Finally, Ogilvy's is renowned for its yearly, vintage Christmas window display, the only one of its type in downtown Montreal."