Blue Nile, a corner store and a cornerstone in Lowertown, is closing its doors

The shop at the corner of King Edward Avenue and St. Andrew Street is more than a place to pick up groceries, neighbours say — it's also a vital community hub in a neighbourhood undergoing significant change.

Blue Nile, a corner store and a cornerstone in Lowertown, is closing its doors
A convenience store's blue sign that says Blue Nile Store.

The shop at the corner of King Edward Avenue and St. Andrew Street is more than a place to pick up groceries, neighbours say — it's also a vital community hub in a neighbourhood undergoing significant change.