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Virtual Store Tour - Princess Auto

Written by Jeff Doucette | Jun 16, 2026 2:43:13 PM

Here at Field Agent we LOVE new stores and restaurants! We try to get out to them as soon as they open and share what we see with you!

 

On June 2, Princess Auto celebrated the grand opening of their new Winnipeg location at 500 Panet Road with their traditional chain cutting ceremony. The 105,000-square foot store is the biggest of Princess Auto's 59 stores across the country. 

The design moves away from a standard retail layout and is instead focused on creating a unique environment and expanded assortment for DIY customers. One example of this? In the shop, people can use Princess Auto's tools to build their projects if they don't have them at home. 

The company plans to take lessons from this "evolved retail model" and use them in stores in across Canada.

 

 

We just had to see it, so we sent two local agents to give us a virtual tour. We also asked them to give us their view as a local on this new location and what they really liked (or disliked). Our tour takes you right to the shopper as they explore. See all the photos below!