Sorry, ran out of characters there at the end.

HBC should buy SEARS Canada, and maybe even SEARS USA in subsequent years and incorporate SEARS Canada into HBC (losing the SEARS name in the process) and sell off any SEARS properties that don't fit with the HBC corporate plan.

Buying out your competitor or near-competitor is far better than a cutthroat marketplace in which both are oxygen-starved.

Finally, HBC should handle any staff downsizing at SEARS stores (should it purchase SEARS Canada) with the highest possible standards and respect for those employees. A great opportunity to set the bar on the treatment of workers whose diligent efforts are no longer required!

Be all you can be, HBC! 

Cheers, JBS

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