# 25 leading retail chains in Manitoba

Tamtam tracks 25 retail chains headquartered in Manitoba. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Kasanova S.p.A., Princess Auto Ltd. and The North West Company. Their median headcount is 396. Half of them were founded in 1968 or later. The most common headquarters are Winnipeg (20).

These companies are large and mid-sized firms based in Manitoba, predominantly in the retail sector, but also including financial services, hospitality, and entertainment. The list features established Canadian businesses such as Princess Auto Ltd., a provider of tools and equipment, and The North West Company, a leading retailer of food and everyday products. Other notable companies include Canad Inns, a hospitality provider, and True North Sports + Entertainment, a premier sports and entertainment company.

The data shows a strong concentration of headquarters in Winnipeg, indicating its role as a key commercial hub for the province. While retail is a prominent industry, the presence of companies like Assiniboine Credit Union, a socially responsible credit union, and Birchwood Automotive Group, a network of automotive retailers, highlights a diverse economic landscape.

🇨🇦 Manitoba · 25 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Kasanova S.p.A.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kasanova-s-p-a) (kasanova.com)<br>Italian leader in household, furniture, and textile sales Established in 1968, now with multiple brands, producing Private Label items, focusing on e-commerce and innovative retail strategies | Retail | 🇨🇦 Arcore | 1,914 | 1968 |
| 2 | [Princess Auto Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/princess-auto-ltd) (princessauto.com)<br>Canadian-owned company providing tools and equipment to tradespeople, farmers, and industrial workers through stores, online store, and National Call Centre Committed to customer satisfaction | Retail | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 1,404 | 1933 |
| 3 | [The North West Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-north-west-company) (northwest.ca)<br>Leading retailer of food and everyday products in Canada, Alaska, South Pacific, and Caribbean, serving rural and urban communities through various store brands | Retail | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 1,350 |  |
| 4 | [Pita Pit](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pita-pit) (pitapitwinnipeg.com)<br>Offers delicious and nutritious fast-food options, including steak, chicken, falafel, and hummus pitas with unlimited fresh veggie toppings Provides catering services in Winnipeg | Restaurants | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 875 |  |
| 5 | [ROBINSON](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/robinson-winnipeg) (barobinson.com)<br>A family-owned distributor in Western Canada providing plumbing, lighting, HVAC, and electrical products to trade customers and premium fixtures to design professionals and homeowners | Wholesale | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 621 | 1936 |
| 6 | [Assiniboine Credit Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/assiniboine-credit-union) (acu.ca)<br>Financially strong and socially responsible credit union in Manitoba, offering competitive benefits and meaningful employment in a safe workplace environment | Banking | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 596 | 1943 |
| 7 | [Canad Inns](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/canad-inns) (canadinns.com)<br>A leading hospitality provider in Manitoba, offering accommodations, food, entertainment, and event facilities with a focus on quality, value, and community engagement | Hospitality | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 564 | 1975 |
| 8 | [Access Credit Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/access-credit-union) (accesscu.ca)<br>A leading credit union in Manitoba, offering a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and community-focused initiatives | Financial Services | 🇨🇦 Winkler | 517 | 2009 |
| 9 | [Birchwood Automotive Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/birchwood-automotive-group) (birchwood.ca)<br>Manitoba's largest network of automotive retailers with 21 franchised operations, offering sales, service, parts, collision repairs, credit solutions, and community support initiatives | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 505 | 1963 |
| 10 | [True North Sports + Entertainment](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/true-north-sports-entertainment) (tnse.com)<br>Premier sports and entertainment company in Manitoba, owning and operating venues, sports teams, and leading community development initiatives in downtown Winnipeg | Spectator Sports | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 487 |  |
| 11 | [The Dufresne Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-dufresne-group) (thedufresnegroup.ca)<br>A Canadian furniture retailer dedicated to making life better for their teams, guests, and community through their shared purpose | Retail | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 479 | 1986 |
| 12 | [Steinbach Credit Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/steinbach-credit-union) (scu.mb.ca)<br>A Manitoba-based financial institution offering personalized products and services to members, focused on building trust and support for nearly 85 years | Financial Services | 🇨🇦 Steinbach | 441 | 1941 |
| 13 | [Activate Games](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/activate-games) (playactivate.com)<br>Creating immersive live-action gaming experiences by blending technology and physical activity, revolutionizing the future of entertainment | Entertainment Providers | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 396 | 2019 |
| 14 | [Bootlegger](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bootlegger-winnipeg) (bootlegger.com)<br>A Canadian retailer founded in 1971, specializing in jeans with a focus on fit, quality, and value, with stores nationwide and an e-commerce presence | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 381 | 1971 |
| 15 | [Boyd Group Services Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boyd-group-services-inc) (boydgroup.com)<br>Operates numerous collision repair centers and auto glass services across Canada and the U.S., including claims administration and roadside assistance. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 345 |  |
| 16 | [Fort Garry Industries](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fort-garry-industries) (fortgarryindustries.com)<br>Supplier of truck and trailer parts and equipment with warehousing, sales, and service centers across Western Canada. | Wholesale | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 317 | 1919 |
| 17 | [FLOFORM Countertops](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/floform-countertops) (floform.com)<br>A leading countertop fabricator with 14 showrooms and 6 fabrication facilities in North America, offering a wide range of materials for residential and commercial projects | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 298 | 1961 |
| 18 | [Cambrian Credit Union](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cambrian-credit-union) (cambrian.mb.ca)<br>Established in 1959, this company is one of the largest credit unions serving Winnipeg and Selkirk, with a virtual division offering financial services | Financial Services | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 278 | 1959 |
| 19 | [Arctic Co-operatives Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arctic-co-operatives-limited) (arctic-coop.com)<br>A service federation owned by 32 community-based Co-operative business enterprises in the Arctic, providing job opportunities and support services in various sectors | Retail | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 184 | 1972 |
| 20 | [AgWest Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agwest-ltd) (agwest.com)<br>A leading agricultural equipment dealer in Canada, offering new and used farm equipment, attachments, supplies, parts, and dedicated sales and service teams | Farming | 🇨🇦 Elie | 55 | 1996 |
| 21 | [Bee Maid Honey Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bee-maid-honey-limited) (beemaid.com)<br>Western Canadian beekeepers harvest pure honey, ensuring consistent quality since the 1930s They serve retail, private label, food service, and industrial markets | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 37 | 1954 |
| 22 | [Love Nest](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/love-nest) (lovenestonline.com)<br>A retailer providing a diverse selection of high-quality lingerie in various sizes, with knowledgeable staff to assist customers in product selection | Retail | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 20 | 1988 |
| 23 | [Lawson Sales](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lawson-sales) (lawsonsales.com)<br>Specializing in new and pre-owned agricultural and construction equipment, providing outstanding customer service, maintenance, and customization for long-term relationships with customers | Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 12 |  |
| 24 | [Harrisons Coffee Co](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/harrisons-coffee-co) (harrisonscoffeeco.com)<br>Specialty coffee roaster in Winnipeg, emphasizing elegance in every cup Ethically sourced coffees to support communities and farms worldwide | Food and Beverage Services | 🇨🇦 Winnipeg | 8 |  |
| 25 | [Flatland Coffee Roasters](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/flatland-coffee-roasters) (flatlandcoffee.com)<br>Cafe and roasting company operating in Gimli, Manitoba, Canada, serving coffee to the local community. | Restaurants | 🇨🇦 Gimli | 3 | 2013 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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