Grocer Creates 110 Jobs with the Opening of its 156th Store in Ontario
Food Basics officially opens its newest location in Mississauga. The modern, 32,000+ square foot site, located in Clarkson Village Shopping Centre, at 1865 Lakeshore Road West, will employ a team of 110 people and is the discount banner’s 156th store in the province. This new store is the fifth of eight to open in 2026.
“We are excited to be able to bring Food Basics to the Clarkson community, offering more ways for residents to save on quality products,” said John Manax, Vice President of Operations, Food Basics. “No matter where you live, people are always looking for ways to save. Residents who may be first-time shoppers at Food Basics will get to know us as a discount grocer that is a reliable source for fresh, always in-stock, healthy food at great prices.”
The new and contemporary store offers a tailored product selection to reflect the diversity of Southern Ontario. Customers will be able to shop for high-quality, budget-friendly Irrésistible and Selection products, locally sourced products, fresh meat and produce, along with fresh BBQ chicken. Additionally, customers can earn Moi Rewards and have the option to order groceries online at Foodbasics.ca at the same low prices as in store.
“Our main goal is to provide our customers with the best discount shopping experience possible with the most value at the lowest prices possible,” said Tara Gerow, Store Manager,
Food Basics. “I’m looking forward to opening our doors and welcoming everyone to our new and modern store here in Mississauga.”
To further strengthen its commitment to the community, Food Basics will donate $5,000 to Food Banks Mississauga, which is affiliated with Feed Ontario – a long‑time partner, notably through One More Bite, METRO’s food recovery program. The program has distributed nearly 45 million kilograms of food between 2016 and 2025, helping to fight food insecurity while keeping waste out of landfills. This donation will help support local families and strengthen Food Basics’ long‑standing commitment to fighting food insecurity.
Starting July 9, the new Food Basics store will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. To celebrate the grand opening, gift bags will be given to the first 250 customers with tasty samples throughout the day.
Canadian and proud since 1995
For 31 years, Food Basics has been helping customers save money on their grocery needs by providing Always More for Less. Food Basics operates on three guiding principles: Always Fresh, Always in Stock and Always at Great Prices. Food Basics is the discount banner of Metro Ontario Inc. and currently operates 156 stores across Ontario.
