Keurig Dr Pepper Canada selects Calgary region for new distribution centre

Keurig Canada Inc., doing business as Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (KDP Canada), recently announced that it will expand its distribution capabilities through an agreement with XTL Group (XTL) for the lease of a 100,000-sq.-ft. space in their new warehouse in Balzac, Alta., just outside of Calgary.

The company stated that the expansion is designed to significantly enhance the company’s ability to service its growing customer base in Western Canada. The expansion will support the creation of 50 new jobs.

“In addition to expanding our already significant distribution footprint in Canada, the decision to establish our operations in this new distribution centre in the Calgary region marks a major milestone in our growth and innovation journey,” stated Carl Saba, vice-president of supply chain and operations for Keurig Dr Pepper Canada. “This multi-million-dollar investment over the next five years underscores our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service to our customers in Western Canada. This new collaboration with the XTL team will also enable us to improve the flexibility and responsiveness of our operations from the Port of Vancouver.”

Keurig Dr Pepper Canada’s operations from the new XTL distribution centre will begin in July 2024. Other terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.

“We’re thrilled that Keurig Dr Pepper has chosen to invest in Alberta, making us a part of their Western Canada expansion. This is one more proof point that Alberta is the best place to do business. Our ongoing work to build Alberta’s economy means more jobs for Albertans in more industries,” stated Premier of Alberta Danielle Smith.

“Keurig Dr Pepper and XTL Group’s investment is a significant win for Alberta, creating more than 50 permanent new jobs and positioning Balzac as a distribution hub. Collaboration between Invest Alberta, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada, and Rocky View County supported their final decision with this strategic expansion of their operations. We are honoured to help the company better service their Western Canadian base while enhancing the Alberta economy with this high-profile group of brands,” added Rick Christiaanse, CEO of Invest Alberta.

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