The Free Press: Structube makes room to stretch out

Shoppers may be more frugal given the trade war environment and uncertainty, noted Divya Ramachandran, a University of Manitoba marketing professor.

However, there’s a constant stream of people moving, and home upgrades will keep happening, she continued.

“A certain set of people … will make these purchases regardless of the tariffs,” Ramachandran said, adding customers might look for Canadian-made items.

Structube’s Winnipeg location has 14 staff. It’s hiring a handful more for customer service and sales, Dare said, adding he believes the roles are needed to meet demand.

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