Peavey Mart closing 22 Ontario stores in 2025, part of restructuring

What’s going on at Peavey Mart?

Peavey Industries LP (Peavey) is planning to close 22 Peavey Mart locations in Ontario before the end of April 2025.

In a statement, the company called the closures a “critical, but initial phase” of its restructuring.

“The closures are part of a measured strategy to optimize Peavey’s retail footprint, focusing on reallocating resources to markets with stronger performance while addressing underperforming locations,” the statement reads.

There are 90 Peavey Mart locations across Canada, according to the farm and ranch retailer’s website.

Which Peavey Mart stores are closing in Ontario?

The following locations in the province are set to close before the end of April:

The company previously announced plans to close its store in Rockland — northwest of Ottawa.

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