ARI proudly unveils the new look for Edmonton Duty Free, bringing an elevated travel retail experience to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Since opening in January 2024, significant refurbishments have been underway at the two stores, located in YEG’s Domestic-International Departures Lounge and YEG’s US Departures Lounge. Refreshing these stores signals ARI’s continued commitment to creating a world-class retail experience across each of its locations and delivering on its brand expression, “Joy On Your Way”.

ARI’s CEO Ray Hernan and Chief Operations & Business Development Officer Nuno Amaral joined the ARI North America team, including General Manager Glen Morgan, YEG’s Vice President, Passenger Experience and Terminal Operations Carmen Donnelly and YEG’s Director, Commercial Development & Advertising Daphne Shelton in Edmonton on Wednesday, 22 January to celebrate the stores’ refreshed look.

ARI’s signature focus on sense of place is the main component of this refurbishment, taking inspiration from local landmarks as well as historic and cultural moments of significance. Each store has its own unique features, including a bespoke swing, inspired by Edmonton’s secret River Valley swing, and a replica dinosaur fossil suspended from the store ceiling, which pays homage to Edmonton’s history of dinosaur discoveries. Both of these features provide an “Instagrammable” moment for shoppers. Rich greenery throughout the stores is also a nod to the iconic River Valley – the largest urban park in North America – while a vintage photo of Jasper Avenue, historically Edmonton’s main street, reminds shoppers of Edmonton’s glorious past.

The extensive offering of premium and international brands is complemented by a carefully curated range of local brands to offer customers an authentic taste of Edmonton. As well as several home-grown, locally-produced Edmonton brands, the stores also feature Liquor and Ice Wine ranges by Canadian hockey legend, Wayne Gretzky, synonymous with Edmonton from his time with the Edmonton Oilers.