Regina residents might soon have a second Costco to shop at as plans for a new store have moved forward.The city's planning department recently approved an application for the second Costco location.The proposed location for the new Costco is in Regina's west end, near the Westerra neighbourhood on Dewdney Avenue. This particular site does not require approval from the Regina City Council, which could speed up the process.The new store would cover over 14,800 square meters if built as planned. It would include a gas station and the plans also show ample parking, with 1,284 regular parking stalls and 16 accessible parking spots for those with disabilities.When the city asked for public input on the project, they received a substantial response.Out of 620 comments submitted, an overwhelming majority supported the idea. About 91% of respondents were in favour of the new Costco.However, not everyone was on board with the plan.Nineteen people opposed the store, citing concerns about increased traffic in the area, questioning whether the location was appropriate, and suggesting that smaller retail options might be better for the community.Additionally, 35 people said they would support the project if certain aspects were changed, such as the offerings at the fuel station or measures to address potential traffic issues.Despite the strong public support, a set timeline for when construction might begin or when the store could open is still needed.The approval from the planning department is a significant step, but there may be other steps before the building can start.If this new Costco becomes a reality, it would give Regina residents more shopping options and ease congestion at the existing Costco location on the east side..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
Regina residents might soon have a second Costco to shop at as plans for a new store have moved forward.The city's planning department recently approved an application for the second Costco location.The proposed location for the new Costco is in Regina's west end, near the Westerra neighbourhood on Dewdney Avenue. This particular site does not require approval from the Regina City Council, which could speed up the process.The new store would cover over 14,800 square meters if built as planned. It would include a gas station and the plans also show ample parking, with 1,284 regular parking stalls and 16 accessible parking spots for those with disabilities.When the city asked for public input on the project, they received a substantial response.Out of 620 comments submitted, an overwhelming majority supported the idea. About 91% of respondents were in favour of the new Costco.However, not everyone was on board with the plan.Nineteen people opposed the store, citing concerns about increased traffic in the area, questioning whether the location was appropriate, and suggesting that smaller retail options might be better for the community.Additionally, 35 people said they would support the project if certain aspects were changed, such as the offerings at the fuel station or measures to address potential traffic issues.Despite the strong public support, a set timeline for when construction might begin or when the store could open is still needed.The approval from the planning department is a significant step, but there may be other steps before the building can start.If this new Costco becomes a reality, it would give Regina residents more shopping options and ease congestion at the existing Costco location on the east side..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
