Happy Belly Food Group also reported last week that its premium healthy-eating quick service restaurant concept iQ Foods Co. has secured a location for its first location in Western Canada. A significant milestone in iQ’s national expansion strategy and supporting the company’s continued organic growth, the 1600 square foot location will open in The Core in downtown Calgary in the third quarter 2026. It will be the ninth location for the flagship brand with its menu of nourishing, clean-eating dishes including healthy bowls, smoothies, sandwiches, soups, and salads, crafted to satisfy a wide range of tastes and lifestyles. “Securing our first Western Canada location marks an important step in our national expansion plan for iQ and for Happy Belly,” said CEO Sean Black. “Calgary is a compelling, health-forward market with strong customer fundamentals which is an ideal fit for iQ’s positioning. The momentum behind iQ continues to validate both the strength of the concept and our execution.” The Western Canada area developer Stephen Travers with Ironstone Development is handling the real estate. The iQ Food Co units are in the 1000 to 2500 square foot range.
Ironstone Developments – Calgary, Alberta (403/589-0565)
Happy Belly Food Group – Toronto, Ontario (www.happybellyfg.com) & (www.iqfoodco.com)