NORTH BATTLEFORD - At last, a Starbucks is coming to North Battleford.
It was announced Friday that The Eagles Landing Development will be the location the area’s first Starbucks. The development is located in North Battleford on Red Pheasant Cree Nation’s urban reserve land.
The location is a standalone on the corner of Territorial Drive and 15th Avenue, which is where people can expect to find Starbucks' famous coffee and treats. It's not yet known when the build will be completed.
Tanya LaRose, of Tanya LaRose Realty Professional Corporation, made the announcement Friday on Facebook.
“Congratulations to Red Pheasant, Eagles Landing, and the entire City of North Battleford on getting their very first Starbucks! Thank you to the nation’s leadership for their trust, direction, and professionalism in bringing this to fruition.”
Reaction to the news was generally positive on Facebook, with enthusiastic reactions such as “great job” and “so excited to hear this,” and “well done Red Pheasant.”
Others raised hopes of even more franchises who might be encouraged to set up in the Battlefords. “Now ask Wendy’s to come in lol,” read one comment.
