Starbucks announced plans to close approximately 250 North American stores on September 24, 2026. The company cited challenges in meeting customer-experience goals and achieving acceptable financial performance. Canadian locations are among those affected by these closures. Affected employees may be offered transfers to other stores or receive severance support. The exact number of Canadian employees impacted has not been publicly confirmed.
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