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Spencer's

Defunct department store chain in British Columbia, Canada

David Spencer Ltd. (commonly known as Spencer's) operated a department store chain in the province of British Columbia, Canada during the late 19th century and the first half of the 20th century.2 It was founded by David W. Spencer.1 It is headquartered in Victoria.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1873Founded1
  • Industryretail1
  • HeadquartersVictoria1

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Spencer's Department Store
Photo: Leonard Juda Frank, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3

David Spencer Ltd. (commonly known as Spencer's) operated a department store chain in the province of British Columbia, Canada during the late 19th century and the first half of the 20th century.2

The story

Founded by David W. Spencer in 1873.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. 1948Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1873Founded Founded1

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