Hudson's Bay Company (Hudson Bay)

The Hudson's Bay Company, founded in 1670, is one of North America's oldest corporations. It originally operated as a fur trading enterprise, establishing trading posts across Canada and parts of the northern United States. Over time, it evolved into a major retailer, owning department stores like The Bay. Its historical significance lies in shaping Canadian economic development, exploration, and relationships with Indigenous peoples. Today, it functions as a retail company with a focus on fashion, home goods, and other consumer products, maintaining its legacy as a key part of Canada's commercial history.