Peoples Jewellers Unveils Flagship Store at Toronto’s Prestigious Yorkdale Mall

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 22, 2025--

Peoples Jewellers, Canada’s leading fine jewellery retailer, proudly announces the opening of its newly redesigned flagship store in the prestigious Yorkdale Mall. This innovative location is set to redefine the shopping experience for jewellery enthusiasts, blending luxury with approachability to create an inviting atmosphere.

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The store will also feature unique, limited-edition curations of Le Vian and 10-18K Gold Fashion pieces, specifically for Peoples Yorkdale, alongside an array of new offerings just in time for spring celebrations such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations and weddings.

A Design Inspired by Elegance and Warmth

The new flagship store draws design inspiration from the natural beauty of Canada’s landscapes, combined with the welcoming charm of Peoples’ jewellery consultants. The aesthetic merges organic elements with an elegant, modern touch, reflecting the sophistication of Yorkdale’s clientele. Customers can look forward to exploring collections in an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and approachable.

The newly reopened Yorkdale Mall location invites customers to explore its fresh design, premium offerings, and signature service. This flagship is a testament to Peoples’ dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction, setting a new standard for fine jewellery retail in Canada.

Grand Reopening Celebration

To commemorate the unveiling of its redesigned flagship, Peoples Jewellers is hosting a special grand reopening weekend at Yorkdale Mall on April 24-27, 2025. Guests are invited to experience the new space, explore new and exclusive spring style, daily offers, and enjoy curated in-store experiences designed to celebrate the moment in style. From limited-edition pieces to personalized service and thoughtful details, the event will offer something special for every guest.

A Strategic Investment in Excellence

Toronto, as Canada’s largest city, plays a key role in the brand’s strategic growth. The Yorkdale flagship represents a commitment to enhancing the customer experience and seeking inspiration from the local community. This is part of Peoples’ broader initiative to invest in key markets, including planned flagship openings and store remodels across Canada in the coming year.

“The Yorkdale flagship is more than just a store — it’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re headed as a brand,” said Stacee Johnson Williams, President of Peoples Jewellers. “We’ve reimagined this space to offer a warm, modern, and elevated experience that celebrates our Canadian roots while meeting the evolving needs of today’s customer. This opening marks an exciting milestone as we continue to invest in innovation, style, and service across the country.”

For more information, please visit https://www.peoplesjewellers.com/ or contact mediarelations@signetjewelers.com.

About Peoples Jewellers

Peoples Jewellers is the largest retailer of fine jewellery in Canada, with over 90 locations from the Maritimes to British Columbia. Founded in 1919 as a family business, Peoples Jewellers has provided customers with a trusted and helpful shopping experience for more than 100 years. With a strong assortment of affordable fine jewellery and brand‐name watches, Peoples Jewellers provides options for every occasion and every customer.

About Signet Jewelers

Signet Jewelers Limited is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry. As a Purpose-driven and sustainability-focused company, Signet is a participant in the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Signet operates approximately 2,600 stores primarily under the name brands of Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Diamonds Direct, Blue Nile, James Allen, Rocksbox, Peoples Jewellers, H. Samuel, and Ernest Jones. Further information on Signet is available at www.signetjewelers.com. See also www.kay.com, www.zales.com, www.jared.com, www.banter.com, www.diamondsdirect.com, www.bluenile.com, www.jamesallen.com, www.rocksbox.com, www.peoplesjewellers.com, www.hsamuel.co.uk, www.ernestjones.co.uk.

The newly reopened Yorkdale Mall location of Peoples' invites customers to explore its fresh design, premium offerings, and signature service. This flagship is a testament to Peoples’ dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction, setting a new standard for fine jewellery retail in Canada.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said Friday he will run in next month’s presidential election and would seek to lessen the powers of the office and ease strife-ridden domestic politics if he wins.

Han’s entry heats up the scramble among conservatives to unify behind a candidate to compete with liberal front-runner Lee Jae-myung, whose campaign recently was set back by a court decision to open a new trial on election law violation charges.

“I’ve determined to find what I can do for the future of the Republic of Korea that I love and for all of us. I’ll try my utmost to be chosen by the people at this presidential election," Han told a press conference at the National Assembly.

South Korea is holding an early presidential election on June 3 after conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol was ousted over his imposition of martial law. Han was appointed prime minister, the No. 2 post, by Yoon, and he served as acting leader after Yoon was suspended and later removed from office.

Han also was prime minister under liberal President Roh Moo-hyun from 2007 to 2008 and has served as trade minister, finance minister and ambassador to the U.S. during his 40-year career in public service. He has never held elected office but has risen politically as the main conservative People Power Party struggles in the wake of Yoon’s ouster.

Han does not belong to a political party, but contenders in the PPP have said they are willing to field a single candidate among them and Han. PPP members are scheduled to nominate their party's candidate Saturday.

Han said that if elected, he would launch a body to amend the constitution so the president and the assembly share powers based on the principle of checks and balances. His revisions would also bar the political circle and the judiciary branch from meddling in each other's sectors.

In South Korea, executive power is heavily concentrated on a president, and there have been calls for change.

The election June 3 will give the new president a full, single five-year term. But Han said he would serve three years to finish the constitutional revision and then leave.

Han said he would also use his expertise on economic affairs to resolve trade issues with the U.S. over President Donald Trump's tariff policies.

Lee's main liberal opposition Democratic Party stepped up its offensive against Han, saying he is abandoning his duties as the government's caretaker and lacks the moral standing to run for the presidency as a No. 2 official in the Yoon administration, responsible for many policy failures.

“We warn to former Prime Minister Han. Don't hide your greed with a lie that you are running for the people,” party spokesperson Noh Jongmyun said.

South Korean former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo bows after a press conference to announce a presidential bid at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, May 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

South Korean former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo speaks during a press conference to announce a presidential bid at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, May 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

South Korean former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo speaks during a press conference to announce a presidential bid at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, May 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

South Korean former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo arrives to hold a press conference to announce a presidential bid at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, May 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)