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Connecting the Downtown Core CONFEDERATION COURT MALL By Cassandra Bernard Photos Lans Photography
D owntown Charlottetown is the heart of the city and our region. The neighbourhood is the home of powerful symbols of Confederation, iconic landmarks and historic features of Prince Edward Island. It offers unique insights into the city’s past, present and future. Having a healthy heart is essential to having a strong city and region, and the Confederation Court Mall has been working on new additions and expansions to keep our downtown atmosphere vibrant. It is not only the home of a pharmacy and post office; the Confederation Court Mall offers much more. The mall features independent and locally-owned boutiques offering exclusive brand names and personalized services, along with spas,
market imports all kinds of unique products you would not normally see at your local Sobeys or Superstore. “Kent Street Market goes out of their way to supply meat, cheese, breads, veggies, fruits et cetera from local suppliers,” says Noble. Another new establishment which has found great success is The Humble Barber. “It is a very trendy and hip place to get your hair cut,” Noble says. Grand Senses Spa has also recently expanded to include a new area called Grand Senses Suite, an aqua massage therapy centre. “This area allows for groups of up to eight people enjoy a private spa area,” Noble explains. “Grand Senses is Charlottetown’s premier spa and only Aveda concept spa.”
restaurants, and new retail merchants who have recently joined the scene.
Jay Noble, marketing coordinator with Dyne Holdings, says while some shopping centres have been closing and going through hard times, the Confederation Court Mall has seen a revival in recent years. “What makes the Confederation Court Mall so special is that it’s mostly occupied by Island stores and owners. Familiar faces greet shoppers at stores that can’t be found outside of the area,” Noble says. The Kent Street Market has been a huge addition not only to the mall, but to the greater downtown core. It is the only grocery store in the downtown area specializing in local and organic products with a Pete’s Frootique feel to it. The
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