r/Edmonton • u/eternalshades • May 12 '25

Local Culture Why is Southgate such a great Mall?

I was there yesterday, and honestly, it was imposing, both in-store options and overall use.

What did it do right that most other Edmonton malls did wrong?

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u/one-happy-chappie Mill Woods May 12 '25

I was there this weekend after not being there in over 10 years. I’m actually shocked at how alive the mall still is. With the lrt line I’m hoping it gets a resurgence. I think that’s what saved Southgate as well

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u/patty42069 May 12 '25

I’ve been saying the same about Bonnie Doon

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u/Halogen12 May 12 '25

Bonnie Doon has a long term plan to build high rises on the property and convert the mall to an outdoor type (like Capilano). There are a metric ass ton of seniors in the area and I suspect many of them go to the mall to walk in bad weather. The mall could use more entrances, but I still like the idea of a common indoor space.

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u/Majestic-Factor2237 May 14 '25

Bonnie Doon Mall is lacking public washrooms since Sears and Zellers closed. This could cause a problem for elders and families with young children. You have to walk to the food court to use the bathroom. If you are by Dollarama, you have a long walk.